Why Attend?
The premier substantive and networking program in the region!
- Earn an entire year’s worth of Virginia MCLE credit, including two hours of ethics on conflicts of interest
- Receive an excellent review and analysis of the significant federal and state reported decisions and legislative changes involving construction and public contracts topics from the past year
- Enjoy this year’s wonderfully diverse lineup of topics, including: the adjudicatory and enforcement process before the Board for Contractors of the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation; how the newly expanded Virginia Court of Appeals will affect appeals in civil cases; a review of the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel expansion project; recent changes to Virginia employment laws that impact contractors; how to advocate effectively in remote proceedings; an overview of published guidelines for loss of productivity/disruption; how the Virginia Consumer Protection Act applies to residential construction cases; and solutions for working through settlement issues
- Network with your colleagues, judges, and some of the most talented professionals in the construction and public contracts field at the beautiful Boar’s Head Resort in Charlottesville
- Option to attend via live-interactive Webcast or Telephone: Enjoy this can’t-miss program from the safety and convenience of your home or office, and still be able to ask questions of the speakers
Cosponsored with the Construction Law and Public Contracts Section of the Virginia State Bar
Fully vaccinated persons have the option to attend live on site at the Boar's Head Resort in Charlottesville (attendance may be limited in accordance with any CDC guidance), OR anyone may attend the complete seminar virtually via Webcast or Telephone.
Please note: To attend the live program at the Boar’s Head Resort you MUST register and provide your proof of COVID vaccination (see below) no later than November 1.
For over four decades, this two-day gathering has been the destination of choice for both lawyers and industry representatives with a stake in construction law or public contracts matters. As usual, the seminar offers a full year’s worth of CLE credit for Virginia attorneys and an indispensable educational and networking opportunity for all attendees. The offerings once again will range from annual ethics and legal updates to specific programs on the most pressing industry and governmental issues.
New for this year, the program will also be live-streamed for a virtual webcast and phone audience.
This seminar is not eligible for discounts.
BRING YOUR FAMILY FOR A LONG WEEKEND!
Nestled in Virginia's Piedmont countryside, the recently renovated Boar's Head Resort promises world-class amenities in a setting uniquely Southern in character, charm, and natural beauty.
This exceptional resort includes AAA Four Diamond award-winning dining, attentive service, and first-class accommodations. Visitors enjoy golf, tennis, bicycling, hiking, fishing, hot air balloon rides, and a fitness club and spa, all within the grounds of the lush 573-acre estate. Add in the many attractions of Charlottesville and picturesque surroundings, and you will find the perfect venue for a long weekend getaway with your family.
For more detailed information about The Boar’s Head’s championship golf and tennis facilities, for an overview of the treatments and services at the Spa, and for a schedule of fitness classes at the Sports Club, please visit The Boar’s Head’s website at www.boarsheadresort.com.
We have a limited room block at the conference location, the beautiful Boar’s Head Resort, as well as at other local hotels. (See "Locations, Dates and Fees" tab for details.)
Revised Live-on-Site (In-Person) Seminar/COVID-19 Policy
Due to the extremely transmissible COVID-19 Delta variant, we are revising our COVID-19 policy accordingly, based on recent guidance from our medical advisors who are epidemiologists at Duke University Hospital (although their consulting firm is not affiliated with Duke University of Duke University Hospital). Thank you for understanding that your health and the health of everyone involved in a Virginia CLE® seminar is our number one priority.
Important Policy Update Regarding Faculty:
- Only unvaccinated speakers must wear a mask while presenting.
- The speaker podium will be 20 feet away from the attendees.
- There will be at least 6 feet of space between the panelists.
Please note: this policy for faculty was created by the VSB Construction Law and Public Contracts Section and not by the Virginia Law Foundation. Attendees must follow the policy below.
Requirements for attendees at Live-on-Site seminars:
- Vaccinations – Attendees can attend this program only if they have received their second shot of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine, their one shot of the J&J vaccine, or a booster shot, after February 19. At least 14 days must have passed since their second shot of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine, or their one shot of the J&J vaccine. Additionally, attendees must provide proof of vaccination by sending their vaccine card to tmoore@virginialawfoundation.org before 5:00 p.m. ET on Monday, November 1.
- Masking – Attendees and staff shall always wear properly fitting masks, covering the mouth and nose, while indoors except while in the actual act of eating and drinking. Virginia Law Foundation will consider requests for accommodation to the Vaccinations and Masking Requirements due to an applicant’s disability. If you would like to request an accommodation to these Requirements due to a disability, please send an e-mail to tmoore@virginialawfoundation.org setting forth your request.
- Social distancing – Attendees and staff will be seated socially distanced, staying at least 3 feet apart while indoors.
- Illness – Any attendee or staff member exhibiting symptoms including but not limited to apparent cold of flu-like symptoms, feverish, digestive discomfort, or any other symptom that might be linked to typical COVID-19 symptoms within 24 hours of the seminar shall not attend any portion of any Virginia CLE® program.
As time goes on we hope to be able to transition back to how things were pre-pandemic in all ways, but at this point we hope you understand our need to balance the very important need for your fellow attendees, faculty, and staff to feel safe, and for us to at this time require what we hope you will agree is a prudent step so we can do our best to ensure that safety is and always will be our number one concern.
This information will only be used to ensure entry for this program and no sensitive information will be saved or shared. You MUST email your vaccination card by Monday, November 1 to attend the live-on-site program. Registrants who cannot provide proof of vaccination (14 days since vaccination) will not be permitted to attend the live-on-site seminar. Walk-in registration is not permitted.
On July 27, 2021, the CDC updated their guidance to recommend masking for fully vaccinated persons in indoor settings in areas of substantial or high transmission. Per CDC tracker, the state of Virginia is at “substantial transmission.”
Questions or concerns regarding Virginia CLE’s COVID-19 policy for this event may be directed to tmoore@virginialawfoundation.org.
To learn more about COVID-19, please visit the CDC's website.
Please revisit this webpage routinely for updates regarding this policy.
The Boar’s Head abides by all Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, and is taking extra steps to keep everyone safe. The Boar’s Head’s Coronavirus policies can be found at: https://www.boarsheadresort.com/coronavirus