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Tampa Build Expo 2026

Tampa Convention Center - Tampa, FL

David Keel

David Keel

Hill Ward Henderson Law

Presenter bio
David Keel - Shareholder, Construction & Design Group Link to full bio - https://www.hwhlaw.com/people-david-keel#Overview David’s practice involves representing the construction industry, including owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors and design professionals in litigation and transactional matters. David’s practice primarily involves the preparation of design and construction contracts and litigation of claims relating to development, design and construction. His litigation experience involves lien foreclosure actions, delay claims, breach of contract claims, construction defect claims, and payment and performance bond claims. David is also well-versed in defending clients against OSHA citations as well as matters before the Construction Industry Licensing Board (“CILB”).
Eric Raines

Eric Raines

Shareholders & Associates | Hill Ward Henderson Law

Presenter bio
Erik Raines – Shareholder, Construction & Design Group Link to full bio - https://www.hwhlaw.com/people-Erik-P-Raines Erik’s practice involves representing stakeholders in the construction industry, including local, national, and international owners, developers, contractors, homebuilders, design professionals, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and sureties in both transactional matters and disputes. Erik is well-versed in drafting and negotiating complex construction agreements, as well as handling multi-million dollar construction claims in litigation and arbitration involving disputes ranging from construction and design defects, bid protests, claims regarding project delays and disruptions, change order and scope disputes, payment disputes involving bond claims and lien foreclosure actions, and contract terminations.
Ryan Sullivan

Ryan Sullivan

Hill Ward Henderson Law

Presenter bio
Ryan Sullivan – Associate, Construction & Design Group Link to full bio - https://www.hwhlaw.com/people-ryan-sullivan Ryan focuses his practice on construction transactions and litigation, and is a Board-Certified Specialist in construction law by the Florida Bar. He has experience representing a variety of clients in the construction industry, including owners, condominium and homeowners associations, developers, contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, design professionals, and sureties. He has significant experience in construction defect litigation and construction contract disputes on both public and private projects, and has advised clients in all phases of construction.
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Wednesday, January 21, 2026 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Room 113
Construction Law

Construction Contracts: Key Terms, Pitfalls, and Hot-Button Issues

This class will discuss construction contracts, including things to be aware of and to watch out for; important terms; and what we typically see that causes disputes.

We will talk about how to navigate hot-button items like cost escalations due to tariffs/epidemics/supply chain shortages, and impact of new laws. (shortened repose period, local gov’t prompt pay etc.)

Having several speakers tag-team the presentation is a format that we often use at conferences, which is well-received and helps keep the audience’s attention.

Target audience: All building and construction professionals

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