VERTEX is proud to sponsor the 39th Annual Construction Law Conference, taking place March 26–27, 2026, at The JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa in San Antonio, Texas. Hosted by The Construction Law Foundation of Texas and The Construction Law Section in cooperation with the Texas Institute of CLE, this premier event brings together attorneys, industry leaders, and construction professionals to discuss critical legal issues impacting the construction sector.
In addition to sponsoring, VERTEX will have a booth onsite, providing an opportunity to connect directly with our team.
Representing VERTEX’s Commercial Damages & Investigation expertise at the conference are James Granstra, PSP, PMP, CCIFP, MBA, and Neil Miltonberger, PE, CCP, MBA, MS, and Carson Stepler, PE. They will engage with peers, share insights, and discuss how robust financial and technical analysis supports resolution of complex construction disputes.
The conference agenda will cover essential topics including case law updates, legislative changes, and emerging trends affecting construction law practice. VERTEX continues its commitment to providing expert witness services, forensic analysis, and multidisciplinary support to clients navigating construction defects, delays, cost overruns, and other challenging disputes.
VERTEX professionals bring decades of experience delivering precise assessments, actionable insights, and strategic solutions that help legal teams and stakeholders resolve claims effectively.
For more information about the conference, visit the official conference page: https://constructionlawfoundation.org/annual-construction-law-conference/
To learn more about VERTEX’s Commercial Damages & Investigation (CDI) services, or to speak with an expert, call 888.298.5162 or submit an inquiry.
The Author
James Granstra
PSP, PMP, CCIFP, MBA
Managing Director, Commercial Damages & Investigation
James Granstra is a Managing Director in the Austin office of VERTEX. James assists companies and their legal counsel avoid and resolve business disputes. James is experienced in critical path method (“CPM”) delay analysis and analysis of economic damages in the construction and government contract industries. He has analyzed contractor and owner claims arising from delays, productivity loss, disruption, force majeure events, payment disputes, and environmental impacts.
The Author
Neil Miltonberger
PE, CCP, MBA, MS
Senior Managing Director, Commercial Damages & Investigation
Neil Miltonberger is an Expert in financial damages, construction disputes, government contracts. PE & CCP certified.
The Author
Carson Stepler
PE
Director, Commercial Damages & Investigation
Carson Stepler is a Director in VERTEX’s Austin office with expertise in construction claims, economic damages, and schedule analysis. He has worked on a wide range of complex projects and is skilled in CPM-based delay evaluations. Carson assists clients with claims, change orders, and real-time project support, helping manage risk and resolve disputes. His experience spans sectors including infrastructure, industrial, commercial, residential, and public works.