Build Your Success with Our Expert Legal Services in Building and Construction Law

 

Are you an Australian developer, builder, contractor, or owner who needs legal guidance on building and construction projects? Do you want to ensure that your contracts, claims, or disputes are handled professionally and efficiently?

 

Our team of experienced building and construction lawyers understands the unique challenges and opportunities in the construction industry in Australia. We have a proven track record of helping clients across various sectors, such as commercial, residential, infrastructure, and mining, to achieve their goals and minimize their risks.

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Here are some of the building and construction law services we offer:
 

• Contract drafting and negotiation: We can draft, review, or negotiate your construction contracts, subcontracts, or consultancy agreements to ensure they reflect your commercial objectives and comply with the relevant laws and standards. We can also advise you on how to manage issues such as variations, delays, defects, or payments.
   

• Defective work in a building contract: The contractor's obligation in a building contract in general is to deliver the work free of defective work at the end of the final completion of the contract. 
   

• Claims and disputes resolution: We can assist you in preparing, responding, or resolving claims related to construction defects, delay damages, loss and expense, or security of payment. We can also represent you in mediation, arbitration, or litigation proceedings related to construction disputes.
   

• Project advisory and risk management: We can provide strategic and practical advice on various aspects of construction projects, such as project structuring, procurement, insurance, or regulatory compliance. We can also conduct risk assessments, due diligence reviews, or dispute avoidance strategies to minimize your exposure to potential liabilities.
   

• Building regulation and compliance: We can advise you on how to comply with the building codes, standards, and regulations applicable to your projects, such as the National Construction Code, the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (NSW), or the Building Act 1993 (VIC). We can also assist you in responding to notices, orders, or prosecutions related to building non-compliance.
   

• Construction law training and education: We can provide customized training programs for your employees, managers, or directors on various construction law topics, such as contract management, risk allocation, dispute resolution, or compliance. We can also conduct seminars, workshops, or webinars to keep you informed of the latest legal developments and trends in the construction industry.
   

• SOPA - Security of Payment law in Australia: SOPA is a statutory mechanism for the players in the Building and construction industry for efficient and fast recovery of building and construction debt.
   

With our client-centric approach, we aim to provide practical, strategic, and results-oriented legal services that add value to your business and enhance your reputation in the industry. We are committed to building long-term relationships with our clients based on trust, professionalism, and excellence.
 

We know that time is of the essence in the construction industry, and that's why we're committed to providing timely and effective legal solutions that protect your interests and minimize your risk. Our services in summary include 

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• Reviewing and drafting construction contracts and negotiation

• Resolving payment disputes and delays

• Security of payment and debt recovery

• Dispute resolution and litigation

• Defects and liability claims

• Insurance and risk management

• Licensing and regulatory compliance

• Advising on building and construction regulations and standards

• Managing disputes between contractors, builders, and property owners

• Representing clients in court and alternative dispute resolution processes
   

SOPA - Security of Payment law in Australia 

SOPA is a statutory mechanism for the players in the Building and construction industry for efficient and fast recovery of building and construction debt.

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• For NSW, Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999.

• For QLD, Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017.

• For VIC, Building, and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2002.

• For ACT, Building and Construction Industry (SOP) Act 2009.

• For SA, Building, and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2009.

• For TAS, Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2009.

• For NT, Construction Contracts (SOP) Act 2004.

• For WA Construction Contracts Act 2004.

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Defective work in a building contract

The contractor's obligation in a building contract in general is to deliver the work free of defective work at the end of the final completion of the contract.  we also advise on remedies for defective work in a building project 

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• Remedies in Building projects 

• specific performance & injunction

• damages and compensation

• statutory remedies 

• dispute resolution in the building and construction industry 

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Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover how we can help you build your success in the complex and dynamic world of building and construction law.

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