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Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is a corporate law firm with over 230 attorneys serving clients in nine offices throughout Michigan. Among the largest law firms in Michigan, Warner works in virtually all areas of business law.

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Warner Partner Jim Rabaut authored an article in the&nbsp;Midland Daily News&nbsp;about how it has become more common for owners to engage owner’s representatives on construction projects. From assisting the owner on selection of an architect and contractor to advising on the scope of work to reviewing and testing cost estimates to approval of draw requests, owner’s reps provide invaluable services. As construction projects and their delivery methods become more complex, it’s no wonder the use of owner’s reps is becoming more popular – protecting owners and investors from increased economic risk.

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Jim offers 10 reasons why owners would be wise to consider engaging an owner’s rep on construction projects. You can read the full&nbsp;Midland Daily News&nbsp;article&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ourmidland.com/opinion/voices/article/Midland-lawyer-Hiring-an-owner-s-16509991.php" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.

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Jim Rabaut is a partner at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP who concentrates his practice in construction and real estate law, including commercial lease negotiations, easements, economic incentives, commercial real estate sales and acquisitions and business condominiums. He helps manage real estate purchase and lease agreements as well as site location, zoning and permitting issues, including those associated with wind and solar energy facilities, biofuel producers and other forms of energy development. To learn more about Jim’s practice, click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wnj.com/people/james-j-rabaut" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.

The article is also featured in the&nbsp;Grand Rapids Business Journal&nbsp;<a href="https://grbj.com/opinion/guest-column/an-owners-representative-makes-more-sense-than-ever/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.

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Midland Lawyer: Hiring an Owner’s Representative Makes More Sense Than Ever

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Midland Lawyer: Hiring an Owner’s Representative Makes More Sense Than Ever

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