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(314) 345–6419

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Husch Blackwell LLP
8001 Forsyth Boulevard , Ste. 1500
St. Louis , MO 63105

Kenneth A. Slavens

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Mr. Slavens contributes articles on design liability to IRMI.com.

Mr. Slavens is a partner in the St. Louis office of the law firm of Husch Blackwell LLP. He represents architects, engineers, owners, and contractors in construction disputes over alleged defective design and construction, delays, cost overruns, interference, obstruction, property damage, and suspension of work. He litigates claims arising from injuries on project sites or from defective construction. His substantial experience also includes related civil litigation, arbitration, and mediation.

Mr. Slavens received his bachelor of arts and master of arts degrees from the University of Missouri–St. Louis in Political Science and his juris doctor, cum laude, from the St. Louis University School of Law.


Articles

Design and Professional Liability

Engineers May Testify on Architect's Conduct

November 08, 2024 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

Design Professional Review of Submittals under the AIA Documents

September 13, 2024 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

Ambiguity Does Not Doom a Limitation of Liability Clause

August 09, 2024 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

Court Finds Necessary a Connection between Wrongful Conduct and Training

July 12, 2024 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

Architect's Good Faith Avoids Tortious Interference Claim

June 07, 2024 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

No Expertise, No Testimony on Architect's Standard of Care

May 17, 2024 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

When Striking Contract Language Isn't Enough

July 13, 2018 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

New Owner's Design Warranty in Missouri

March 17, 2017 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

Attorney Fee Award Approved Based on Incorporated AAA Rules

May 15, 2015 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

Who Can Opine on the Design Professional's Standard of Care?

January 31, 2015 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

Failing To Define the Standard of Care

January 01, 2011 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

The 2007 AIA Document: Changes in Formal Dispute Resolution

May 16, 2009 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

The Exception Is Swallowing the Rule: Negligent Misrepresentation and the Economic Loss Doctrine

July 01, 2005 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

The "Bargained-for" Result: Torts, Contracts, and Statutes of Limitation

June 01, 2005 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

Making the Most of Standard Indemnity Clauses

June 19, 2004 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

The Ability To Disclaim Liability Resulting from Inspection Duties

May 01, 2003 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

Design Disclaimers and Implied Warranties

November 01, 2002 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

Architects and "Design and Construct" Liability under the Americans with Disabilities Act

December 08, 2001 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

You Just Stood There? The Design Professional's Responsibility for Job Site Injuries

September 22, 2001 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

What Is Subrogation ... and Why Is My Contract Waiving It?

December 01, 2000 | Kenneth A Slavens

Design and Professional Liability

AIA Standard Form Is an Acceptable "Allocation of Risk" between "Sophisticated Business Actors"

September 01, 2000 | Kenneth A Slavens