Riess LeMieux, LLC

10/28/2026

We’re in New Orleans putting the finishing touches on The Blueprint Conference 2026, and tomorrow is the big day!

Behind the scenes, the Riess LeMieux, LLC team is hard at work preparing to welcome hundreds of attendees, an outstanding lineup of speakers and moderators, and industry professionals from across the region.

From final walkthroughs and tech checks to speaker preparations and last-minute details, months of planning are coming together, and we can’t wait to see it all in action!

Whether you’re already in New Orleans or heading our way, we look forward to welcoming you tomorrow at the New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District.

See you at The Blueprint Conference!

10/23/2026

Riess LeMieux is pleased to announce that eight of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 Louisiana Super Lawyers publication for their work in Construction Litigation.

Michael R. C. Riess, Christopher K. LeMieux, Jonathan S. Forester, and Michael S. Blackwell have been named to the 2027 Louisiana Super Lawyers list.

M. Robert C. Riess, Jr., Patrick A. “Trey” Talley, III, Hannah M. Marler, and Jennifer L. Mura have been named to the 2027 Louisiana Rising Stars list.

Super Lawyers recognizes outstanding attorneys across more than 70 practice areas through a selection process that includes peer nominations, independent research, and professional evaluation.

Each of the four attorneys named to the 2027 Super Lawyers list has earned this recognition for five or more years, reflecting their longstanding professional distinction in Construction Litigation.

Please join us in congratulating all eight attorneys on this achievement!

10/13/2026

A manufacturer’s inspection of a contractor’s work does not necessarily mean the manufacturer has assumed responsibility for identifying or correcting installation defects.

In a recent Fifth Circuit decision, 𝘚𝘵. 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘦𝘴-𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘵 𝘐𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘓.𝘓.𝘊.; 𝘓𝘶𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳, 𝘓.𝘓.𝘊. 𝘷. 𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘐𝘯𝘤.; 𝘑𝘢𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘳 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘴, 𝘐𝘯𝘤.; 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘧𝘊𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘮.𝘤𝘰𝘮, 𝘓.𝘓.𝘊.; 𝘎𝘈𝘍 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘴, 𝘓.𝘓.𝘊., the Court found that a roofing manufacturer conducting a limited warranty inspection did not assume a duty to protect the building owner from the contractor’s allegedly defective installation because it lacked authority to direct the work or require repairs.

Click here to read more of this legal update by Jonathan S. Forester and Jena Mura: https://rllaw.com/legal-update-98/

10/05/2026

Join Riess LeMieux partners Christopher K. LeMieux and Jonathan S. Forester on Wednesday, October 7, for “Louisiana’s Prompt Pay Law: Compliance, Pitfalls, and Exceptions.”

The presentation will cover practical considerations for contractors navigating Louisiana’s new prompt pay law, including compliance requirements, potential pitfalls, and exceptions.

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
12:00 PM–1:00 PM

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_e1P0MjknTICOPlGLw3tVvQ

09/21/2026

Join Riess LeMieux partners Christopher K. LeMieux and Jonathan S. Forester on October 7 for a Lunch & Learn webinar, “Louisiana’s Prompt Pay Law: Compliance, Pitfalls, and Exceptions.”

The presentation will examine Louisiana’s new prompt pay law and provide guidance for contractors navigating its implementation, including compliance considerations, potential pitfalls, and exceptions to the new law.

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
12:00 PM–1:00 PM

Participation is free, but registration is required. Sign up here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_e1P0MjknTICOPlGLw3tVvQ

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we celebrate the hard work and commitment that strengthen our businesses, industries, and communities.

Progress is built by people who show up, contribute, and take pride in what they do every day.

Wishing everyone a safe and restful Labor Day with family and friends.

09/04/2026

We are honored to bring together this exceptional lineup of industry leaders for The Blueprint Conference 2026.

Six sessions, 26 speakers, and a full day covering some of the biggest issues facing the construction industry. We hope you’ll join us in New Orleans on October 29.

The full agenda for The Blueprint Conference 2026 is here.

Six sessions. 26 industry leaders taking the stage. One day focused on the legal, business, technology, insurance, procurement, and economic development issues affecting the built environment.

Here’s who you’ll hear from on October 29:

SESSION 1: WHAT WORRIES YOUR CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER

Moderator:
Christopher LeMieux, Founding Partner, Riess LeMieux

Panelists:
Amanda Messa, General Counsel, LEMOINE
Erika Bush, Chief Legal Officer, RNGD
Wade Bass, General Counsel, APTIM

SESSION 2: CMAR PROCUREMENT, SELECTION, TRENDS, AND CHANGES

Moderator:
Jon Forester, Partner, Riess LeMieux

Panelists:
Matthew H. Baker, Architect, Director, Office of Facility Planning & Control, Louisiana Division of Administration
Lauren Gibbs, Chief Executive Officer, Gibbs Construction
Chad Abell, AIA, ALEP, Principal Architect, AQ Studios
Michael Blackwell, Partner, Riess LeMieux

SESSION 3: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT KEYNOTE

Moderator:
Michael Riess, Founding Partner, Riess LeMieux

Panelists:
Helena Moreno, Mayor, City of New Orleans
Cynthia Lee Sheng, Parish President, Jefferson Parish
Michael Hecht, President & CEO, Greater New Orleans, Inc.

SESSION 4: AI INTEGRATION WITH YOUR CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS

Moderator:
Robert Riess, Partner, Riess LeMieux

Panelists:
Professor Knud E. Berthelsen, Professor of Practice and Senior Advisor for AI Literacy, Tulane University
Tristan Wilson, Founder & CEO, Edgevanta
Gerard Ramos, CEO & Founder, Revelry

SESSION 5: ASK THE INSURANCE EXPERTS

Moderator:
Liz Lambert, Partner, Riess LeMieux

Panelists:
Blake Martinez, Vice President /Shareholder/Captive Practice Leader, Ross & Yerger Insurance, Inc.
Rodnelle Hadley, CIC, Account Executive, Cory, Tucker & Larrowe, Inc.
Neal Choppin, Area Senior Vice President, Cadence Insurance, a Gallagher Company
Robert Tschirn, Partner, Riess LeMieux

SESSION 6: CASES AND COCKTAILS

Moderator:
Murphy J. Foster, III, Partner, Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, L.L.P.

Panelists:
Daniel “Dan” Lund III, Partner, Phelps Dunbar LLP
Adrian D’Arcy, Founding Partner, D’Arcy Vicknair
Stuart “Stu” Richeson, Of Counsel, Riess LeMieux

The Blueprint Conference takes place October 29, 2026, at the New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District Hotel. Attendance is free, but registration is required.

We hope to see you there! Reserve your seat today: https://www.thebpconference.com/register

*Agenda and speakers subject to change.

09/02/2026

We appreciate the kind words from Nu Wave Swim Club and are grateful for the opportunity to support a program making such a positive impact on young athletes and their families.

It’s a pleasure to be part of the Nu Wave community.

08/31/2026

Jonathan S. Forester will present “LA Prompt Pay: Implementation, Pitfalls, & Potential Problem Areas” at the CFMA South Central Louisiana Chapter meeting on September 17 in Baton Rouge.

This timely presentation will examine Louisiana’s new prompt pay law and provide practical guidance for contractors navigating its implementation, including key compliance considerations, potential pitfalls, and exceptions to keep in mind.

Learn more and register: https://addmi.com/e/la-prompt-pay-implementation-pitfalls-potential-problem-P-oMfohynpbGnDYFSTr