The Contract Workshop

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
Benjamin Franklin

Taking the small step of establishing strong contracts today can save your business from a world of problems tomorrow. The Contract Workshop at Bardsley Law is here to help. Connect with us today at Contractworkshop@bardsleylawfirm.com.

Sean C. Ryan, Esq.

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The importance of the written contract to your business cannot be overstated. It serves to set the expectations and obligations of the parties and acts as the lawyer’s toolbox should any issues develop. A strong, well-crafted contract provides the means to ensure timely payment and protection against claims. It also minimizes the ambiguities that often lie at the root of conflict.

WHY BARDSLEY LAW?

Contracts are getting progressively complex as sophisticated businesses are constantly devising new ways to gain advantage. We understand the nuances of contracts at Bardsley Law. Our team possesses decades of experience in contract management earned by successfully negotiating hundreds of millions of dollars in contracts. Our experience in the courtroom provides Bardsley Law with the tools and expertise at the negotiating table to ensure that your business obtains the greatest benefit from its contracts.
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But don’t take it from us, see what our clients think about our services in the scrolling endorsements to your right. Let Bardsley Law demonstrate why it serves as the trusted partner to small and large businesses.

WHAT THE CONTRACT WORKSHOP CAN DO FOR YOU:

Whether drafting a contract from scratch, fine tuning your current contracts or marking up and negotiating proposed contracts, the Contract Workshop at Bardsley Law has you covered. We recognize that each business has its own unique needs and budgets. Accordingly, we tailor our services to your business with hourly and package contract review services.

In the construction industry, we represent, negotiate and advise architects, engineers, owners, contractors, subcontractors, fabricators and suppliers on all facets of contract and risk management. We routinely draft original contracts and terms and conditions and negotiate standard form agreements prepared by industry groups including the American Institute of Architects (“AIA,”), the Engineers Joint Contract Documents Committee (EJCDC), ConsensusDOCS, etc.

Outside of the construction industry, we routinely assist our clients in negotiating personal and commercial contracts to protect them from potentially unfavorable terms and conditions. In fact, Bardsley Law is proud to negotiate contracts nationwide for a top provider of residential and commercial security services.

Endorsements

“Bardsley Law has been an invaluable resource in helping us quickly and thoroughly review our contracts and service agreements. Their feedback is timely, thorough, and real world based. Their help has been fantastic. The understanding and training we have received from them has made our organization better at spotting and correcting issues on a day-to-day basis. Having legal counsel focused in our industry is a game changer for us.”

Robert Dick, P.E.
President
Precis Engineering + Architecture

“As a small business owner and general contractor, navigating the legal and contractual aspects is a daunting and terrifying task. However, having Sean Ryan and Bardsley Law offering tremendous contractual guidance and help in drafting contracts has been immensely beneficial. Sean’s expertise and advice has assisted in ensuring my company is protected legally and that all necessary contractual obligations are met. With Bardsley Law’s guidance, I am more comfortable maneuvering through the complex legal waters, and it has allowed me to focus on growing my business.”
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Craig Mason
President
New England Professional Asset Solutions

"Our strength as a professional engineering firm is in problem solving and developing creative and sustainable solutions for our clients. We have great confidence in our engineering abilities, but it is easy to lose focus on the contract side of the project. Knowing that our exposure to claims is directly related to both our engineering abilities and the project contract language, we engaged Bardsley Law to help us review and reduce that exposure. This includes contract reviews, contract language negotiations, and the development of standard agreements that we use for our direct client relationships. Sean, our main contact at Bardsley Law, is accessible, responsive, knowledgeable, and thorough. Engaging them in this process has added great value to our firm and our clients. Their expertise makes us stronger, lowers our liability exposure, and allows us to focus on providing solid engineering services to our clients and business partners."

Ken Kauffman, P.E., LEED AP
President
Moore Engineering Company

“Bardsley Law, LLC redefines efficiency and problem-solving in contract negotiations. Our partnership with the Bardsley team demonstrates a commitment to swift and precise resolution. Their proactive approach, transparent communication, and innovative problem-solving set them apart. The Bardsley team members are masters at navigating legal complexities of the engineering industry and ensuring we as clients feel empowered throughout the process.”
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Kevin Campbell, P.E. LEED AP
President and CEO
Barry Isett & Associates, Inc.

"Bardsley Law, LLC has done a tremendous job of negotiating the best contract terms to protect and advance our business at M.Cohen and Sons. The Bardsley team has an effective approach totraverse the often-asymmetrical legal landscape of construction contracts, advocating on our behalf without creating contention with our clients. Bardsley understands our business and knows how to prioritize the negotiations to yield the results we need. Thank you Bardsley Law!"

Joel Donlon, AIA
Partner/Executive Director
M Cohen and Sons

“Thanks to Bardsley Law’s expertise we were able to successfully negotiate a contract with a U.S. Government Prime Contractor for the purchase of a large piece of industrial equipment for the U.S. Air Force. The negotiation was handled quickly and efficiently. All parties involved were pleased with the outcome, setting the stage for future business opportunities.”

Brandon Acker
President
Titan Abrasive Systems.

"Bardsley Law has been an important legal advisor to our architectural and interior design firm for more than a decade. They are very experienced with architectural and construction issues, are excellent communicators and are a consistent positive influence on our business. They have been particularly successful at negotiating complex professional services agreements, where they quickly identify and address concerns to reach reasonable solutions. We enjoy working with Bardsley Law for our contract and other business needs."

Dave Schultz, AIA, NCARB
President
DAS Architects

"Steve and Sean have been our go-to litigators at RETTEW for several years, consistently impressing us with their practical approach, thoughtful analysis, and outstanding results. In critical moments calling for swift contract review, they were our first choice and proved to be invaluable to RETTEW. Their expertise is exceptional – when they presented to our staff on common contract pitfalls, they exceeded our expectations and delivered a home run. Highly recommended across the board!"

Clayton Bubeck, P.E.
President and CEO
RETTEW