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AIA-Richmond Bestows Honorary Membership on Jonathan C. Shoemaker

October 20, 2026, Richmond, VA — Jonathan C. Shoemaker of Lee/Shoemaker PLLC was recognized by AIA-Richmond with Honorary Membership at the 2026 Honors & Design Awards, recognizing his contributions to the industry in educating and advancing the interests of architects over the course of his career.

Lee/Shoemaker PLLC Presents to AIA-Virginia Leaders in Architecture & Business

October 9, 2027, Washington, DC — Jonathan C. Shoemaker and Curtis A. Orshoski presented “Contracts, Negotiations, & Risk Management” to AIA-Virginia’s Leaders in Architecture & Business cohort, along with Jessie Witherow of Ames & Gough. During the course of this presentation, Jonathan and Curt reviewed the components of an effective risk management program for architects […]

Lee/Shoemaker PLLC Presents Webinar to ACEC-VA

October 7, 2026, Washington, DC — Daniel M. Eggleston and Curtis A. Orshoski of Lee/Shoemaker PLLC presented the webinar, “The Standard of Care and Contractual Risk: An Engineer’s Guide to Professional Liability,” to the membership of ACEC-Virginia. During the course of the program, Daniel and Curt provided insights into the interplay of the standard of […]

Lee/Shoemaker PLLC Presents at Inaugural AIA Firm Management Symposium

October 1, 2026, Washington, DC — Jonathan C. Shoemaker and Paul E. Knupp, III of Lee/Shoemaker presented, “Hidden Gaps, Big Consequences,” at the inaugural AIA Firm Management Symposium. During the course of their presentation, Jonathan and Paul shared simple risk management strategies to be implemented by architecture firms to minimize exposure to common risks.

Taylor T. Dolan Presents at Zweig M&A Next Symposium

September 29, 2026, Park City, UT — Taylor T. Dolan of Lee/Shoemaker presented “The Art of the Letter of Intent” at the Zweig M&A Next Symposium. During the course of her presentation, Taylor shared her first-hand experience on strategies to be implemented at the letter of intent stage to posture the deal for success and […]

Jonathan C. Shoemaker Presents at a/e ProNet Fall Conference

September 23, 2026, Fort Worth, TX — Jonathan C. Shoemaker of Lee/Shoemaker PLLC participated in a panel discussion, “The Role of the Owner’s Representative,” to the membership of a/e ProNet. During the course of the discussion, Jonathan addressed the risks faced by owner’s representatives on construction projects, as well as the risks faced by architects […]

Paul E. Knupp, III Presents National Webinar

September 16, 2026, Washington, DC — Paul E. Knupp, III of Lee/Shoemaker PLLC presented a national webinar, “Taking Over for Another Design Professional,” for Travelers Insurance. During the presentation, Paul discussed the risks faced by design professionals associated with taking over a project designed by another design professional and identified strategies for managing the risk […]

Lee/Shoemaker PLLC Presents Annual Case Review to AIA-Richmond

August 26, 2026, Richmond, VA — Jonathan C. Shoemaker and Paul E. Knupp, III of Lee/Shoemaker PLLC presented the 31st Annual Case Review of Legal Decisions Affecting Architects and Engineers to the membership of AIA-Richmond. Reviewing cases from across the county, the Lee/Shoemaker team identified “lessons learned” for design professionals to consider incorporating into their […]

Lee/Shoemaker PLLC Presents to ASCE-Richmond

August 20, 2026, Richmond, VA — Daniel M. Eggleston and Curtis A. Orshoski of Lee/Shoemaker PLLC presented “Engineering Risk Management: The Standard of Care and Contractual Liability,” to the membership of ASCE-Richmond. During the course of the presentation, Daniel and Curt discussed the importance of understanding how the standard of care operates in conjunction with […]

Jonathan C. Shoemaker Presents to AIA|DC CKLDP

August 14, 2026, Washington, DC — Jonathan C. Shoemaker of Lee/Shoemaker PLLC presented the Art of Negotiation to AIA|DC’s Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program. During the course of the presentation, Jonathan addressed strategies for negotiate contracts, client expectations, and claims to this year’s cohort of CKLDP.

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