Law for Architects: What You Need to Know

by Robert F. Herrmann, Menaker & Herrmann Llp

An essential reference for practitioners, emphasizing how legal concepts affect the process of bringing architectural vision to reality. Law for Architects: What You Need to Know guides design professionals through the daunting landscape where design and construction meet the legal system. It provides an introduction―written in clear, reader-friendly language―to issues that arise at every stage in the practice of architecture. For architects starting or building their own practice: Why do I need a written agreement with my clients? Why do I need insurance? How do I organize my firm? For seasoned architects considering retirement: How do I transfer ownership in my company? How can I benefit from the good will I helped to build? For students who want to learn more about the practicalities of starting out: Why is it important to have a license? Isn’t it enough to have a degree in architecture? What are my rights as an employee? It also addresses the perennial questions that concern architects: How do I protect myself from being sued? How do I protect my intellectual property rights in my work? and much more.

Law for Architects identifies the legal issues that lurk in every corner of your design practice and helps you figure out what questions you need to ask.

Genres: Architecture, Nonfiction

224 pages, Hardcover

First published May 14, 2012

Reviews

[Sandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ok read

Considering the monotonously boring subject matter, this book was an okay read. It is full of good information that would be helpful when beginning your career. As a veteran in the business, most of it is simply common sense.

[Mari Grim · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent for anyone needing to study for the ARE or needing to brush up on the conceps of law that pertain to the practice of Architecture in the US.

[Kellie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book

I found the book to be very informative. I would recommend the book to all young architects or those studying to become an architect.

[Loryn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not exactly a thriller, but easy enough to digest when you're studying for your PCM exam. I can see this being helpful for everyday questions in practice as well.

[Aaron Young · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for informing architects on the laws of the architecture business.