International Construction Law: A Guide for Cross-Border Transactions and Legal Disputes - Wendy Kennedy Venoit

International Construction Law: A Guide for Cross-Border Transactions and Legal Disputes Wendy Kennedy Venoit ISBN 9781604426175

International Construction Law explores the legal and practical challenges U.S. companies and their attorneys face when undertaking construction projects across international borders. Drawing on the expertise of construction lawyers experienced in global and cross-border projects, this book offers practical guidance for navigating the complexities of international construction work.

The text begins with general concepts and considerations that firms should address before pursuing international contracts, including how to identify opportunities and structure their approach. Once the decision to proceed has been made, the book examines critical issues such as:

• Selecting the appropriate business structure for the project

• Understanding international project delivery systems and commonly used contract forms

• Managing financial considerations in dealings with foreign governments and private-sector clients, including competitive bidding, payment provisions, and compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

• Allocating risk through political risk insurance, letters of credit, surety bonds, retainage, mechanic’s liens, and subcontractor default insurance

• Options for dispute resolution, including mediation strategies for parties unfamiliar with the process and drafting enforceable arbitration agreements

• Applying local law and internationally recognized construction principles to common legal issues, including force majeure, hardship, changes in law, price escalation, limitations of liability, and consequential damages

• Addressing the key ethical considerations that arise in multi-jurisdictional construction practice

By combining legal analysis with practical tips, International Construction Law provides a comprehensive roadmap for successfully managing the legal, financial, and ethical aspects of construction projects in the global arena.

International Construction Law: A Guide for Cross-Border Transactions and Legal Disputes Wendy Kennedy Venoit ISBN 9781604426175, 978-1604426175 & 978-16044-26175

Editors
Wendy Kennedy Venoit
Arthur D Brannan
Douglas Robert Beaumont
Andrew D Ness
Douglas S Oles