Business

Prequalifying Owners: “Funding Is Covered” Is Not Enough
Every general contractor knew it was important before COVID-19 to prequalify its subcontractors. The pandemic is a reminder of the importance of prequalifying owners as well.
By Jameson Watts and Joshua Levy
July 29, 2020
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by Jameson Watts
Jameson Watts is a Partner in Husch Blackwell’s Austin office and represents clients in construction disputes. He also represents debtors, creditors, and other interested parties in bankruptcies and other workout matters.
by Joshua Levy
Joshua Levy is a Partner in the Milwaukee, WI office of the law firm, Husch Blackwell. He is the leader of the firm’s Construction & Design Group and serves as an AAA Arbitrator on the Construction Industry Panel. Josh’s past experience as in-house counsel for a national construction firm has given Josh an in-depth understanding of the concerns of owners, developers, architects and contractors.
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