JobTread, a construction management software provider, has made legal protection accessible for construction businesses and independent contractors through a partnership with Cromeens Law Firm.
Through the JobTread platform, construction business owners can now connect with a legal team to create custom contracts that protect their business. All legal documentation shared with customers and vendors through JobTread will be approved by a construction attorney, legally viable and signed electronically.
“For the first time in the construction industry, contract creation and project management is fully integrated into an all-in-one software that keeps contractors organized and streamlines their business,” said Karalynn Cromeens, owner and manager of Cromeens Law Firm.
“Through this collaboration, JobTread users will have access to dependable contract creation services, exclusive discounts, and, most importantly, the convenience of having all of this in one user-friendly system.”
Three different contract options will be available for purchase in JobTread:
- Residential Remodel/Repair Contract: This contract is for residential contractors who are on the job a week or longer and will be collecting milestone payments. It includes legal language for proposals, change orders and invoices. This contract is specifically for pre-existing residential properties.
- Residential Terms and Conditions: This contract is for residential contractors who are on the job less than a week and collect two payments or less (i.e. deposit plus a final payment). This agreement is shorter and typically used for handyman or minor service/repair work. This contract is specifically for pre-existing residential properties.
- Master Subcontract: This contract is for anyone hiring another contractor to do work on a project where they are the general or originating contractor. It is signed once by each subcontractor/vendor and includes all the important information pertaining to working relationships such as insurance, indemnity and warranties. The contract includes legal language for bid requests, purchase/work orders and vendor bills.
Contracts will be custom created for each business and include two attorney consultations. Once the contracts are approved, the language will be added to the correct documents in JobTread and ready for use on upcoming projects. Contracts are state-specific and will include any required legal language pertaining to each state's construction and lien laws.
"JobTread is proud to have established a partnership with Cromeens Law Firm to help our customers be better protected should legal disputes arise," said Eric Fortenberry, founder and CEO of JobTread.
"The partnership makes it easier than ever for JobTread customers to secure legally-sound contracts that tie directly into the documents they are already creating in JobTread.”
