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Lee/Shoemaker Webinar: The Standard of Care and Contractual Risk: An Engineer’s Guide to Professional Liability

October 7, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)

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Lee/Shoemaker: The Standard of Care and Contractual Risk: An Engineer’s Guide to Professional Liability

Presenters: Daniel Eggleston, Jonathan Shoemaker and Curtis Orshoski

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Understanding the relationship between the professional standard of care and contractual risk allocation is critical for engineering firms seeking to manage liability and protect their business interests. This webinar will explore how courts define and apply the standard of care, common contract provisions that can unintentionally expand an engineer’s liability, and practical strategies for negotiating fair and reasonable agreements.

Presented by industry legal experts Lee/Shoemaker, this session will provide attendees with valuable insight into professional liability exposures, indemnification clauses, warranties, limitations of liability, and other key contractual provisions. Participants will gain a better understanding of how to identify potential risks before signing an agreement and how to align contract language with the professional obligations expected of engineers.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the legal definition and application of the professional standard of care.
  • Identify contract provisions that may increase professional liability exposure.
  • Recognize the differences between professional obligations and contractual promises.
  • Learn practical risk management strategies for negotiating engineering agreements.
  • Explore real-world examples of claims arising from contractual risk allocation.

This program is ideal for firm principals, project managers, engineers, and business leaders responsible for contract review and risk management.

Presenters:

Daniel Eggleston

Daniel is a seasoned litigator who defends architects, engineers, and other design professionals in courts across Virginia. Known for his strategic and thorough approach, he develops tailored litigation plans based on a careful analysis of the facts, legal issues, and the unique dynamics of each jurisdiction. His experience as a judicial clerk for the Honorable Charles L. Ricketts, III, provided an early foundation in construction law and continues to inform his effective courtroom advocacy.

In addition to successfully defending clients in matters ranging from routine disputes to high-stakes, multimillion-dollar litigation, Daniel advises architects and engineers on contract negotiations and business matters. Drawing on his extensive litigation experience, he helps clients proactively manage risk, navigate complex legal challenges, and achieve practical, business-focused solutions.

Jonathan Shoemaker

Jonathan focuses on helping architects, engineers, and design professionals resolve disputes by first understanding how project contracts allocate risk and responsibility. He represents clients in litigation, arbitration, and appeals, developing practical strategies that align with their business objectives. His experience includes successfully defending multimillion-dollar claims and representing nationally recognized design firms and professional liability insurers across the country.

Beyond litigation, Jonathan advises clients on risk management, with particular expertise in design-build projects. He regularly counsels firms throughout project delivery, provides contract and claims guidance, and is a sought-after speaker on project delivery, legal developments, and best practices for managing risk in the design and construction industry.

Curtis Orshoski

Curt understands the business of design professionals. His professional career has been devoted to advising design professionals – from solo practitioners to international firms. Curt has experience in all phases of dispute resolution and takes pride in his ability to evaluate factual and legal arguments, present available options to his client, and develop and implement a strategy consistent with his client’s objectives.

Though Curt’s practice focuses on representing design professionals in disputes, he is passionate about helping his clients improve their risk management strategies and contractual risk allocation to avoid or mitigate the impact of claims. Relationships matter, and Curt is committed to building and maintaining relationships with his clients to achieve successful outcomes.

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Name: Marchelle Albertson
Phone: (804) 447-2171
Email: malbertson@acecva.org
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