Vertex is pleased to announce its return as a Gold Sponsor at the ABA Forum on Construction Law 2026 Midwinter Conference, taking place February 4–7, 2026, at the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel in Dana Point, California.
Vertex will also host an exhibit booth and co-sponsor a client dinner for Divisions 5, 7, 10, 6 and 3 on February 5 connecting with attendees as the Forum marks its 50th Anniversary with a program centered on evolving ADR strategies in construction law.
This year’s Midwinter Conference, Changing Landscapes: New and Effective ADR Strategies, launches the Forum’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, marking five decades of leadership in construction law. The program will explore emerging trends and evolving practices in construction alternative dispute resolution (ADR), with a focus on balancing efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and high-quality outcomes as arbitration and mediation continue to grow in scale and complexity.
Vertex Attendees
Members of the Vertex team attending the conference include:
- Chris Ling , AIA, NCARB, PP, LEED AP – Senior Managing Director
- Robert Adams, PMP, FICCP – Managing Director
- John Cullian , P.E. – Managing Director
- Andrew Sargent , PSP – Managing Director
- Dan Copeland – Principal Account Executive
- Mark Degenaars , LEED GA – Chief Operating Officer
- Benjamin Strong – Chief Revenue Officer
How Vertex Supports the Construction Law Community
Vertex provides technical expertise and analytical support that strengthens counsel’s approach to construction disputes, negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution. Our teams evaluate complex project issues, analyze schedule and cost impacts, assess standard of care, and quantify economic damages, helping legal professionals develop informed and defensible strategies.
Vertex’s experts support attorneys throughout all stages of dispute resolution — from early advisory services and independent assessments to expert witness testimony in mediation, arbitration, and litigation. Our multidisciplinary professionals bring clarity to high-stakes matters by delivering objective analysis, clear technical opinions, and actionable insights that help clients navigate complex issues and achieve credible, well-supported outcomes.
To learn more about the ABA Forum on Construction Law 2026 Midwinter Conference, including registration details and the full agenda, visit the event website here.
To learn more about Vertex’s Technical Claims & Disputes (TCD) and Commercial Damages & Investigation (CDI) services, or to speak with an expert, call 888.298.5162 or submit an inquiry.
