Building and Construction Lawyers
Building & Construction
Building and Construction Legal Support
Construction Law Expertise Across All Project Types
We support builders, developers and property owners with clear, end-to-end construction law advice that keeps projects on track. With strong commercial insight and experience across complex delivery structures, we provide practical guidance that protects your interests and resolves issues early.
Start-to-Finish Support – Comprehensive legal guidance across contracts, delivery structures and project stages to minimise disruption.
Industry-Wide Experience – We represent builders, contractors, developers, property owners, subcontractors and consultants across residential and commercial projects.
Commercial, Practical Solutions – Advice tailored to real-world project pressures with a proactive focus on resolving issues early and protecting your position.
Building & Construction Legal Services
How We Support Your Construction Project
From early project setup to contract review, dispute resolution and debt recovery, we help keep your construction projects running smoothly and legally protected.
Pre-Commencement Planning & Compliance – Support with early project planning including budgets, timelines, permits, licences and resource management, plus guidance on construction law and Building Code of Australia requirements.
Contracts Drafting, Review & Negotiation – Preparation, negotiation and review of HIA, MBA and custom construction contracts, including guarantees, payment schedules, liquidated damages, risk allocation and dispute clauses.
Subcontractor & Engagement Agreements – Review and drafting of subcontract agreements, design and construction contracts and terms of engagement to manage expectations, reduce disputes and ensure legal clarity.
Payment Claims, Disputes & Debt Recovery – Assistance with payment claims, quantum meruit matters, dispute resolution processes and debt recovery through negotiation, mediation, arbitration or litigation.
Fast, Practical Support for Construction Disputes
Building & Construction Dispute Support
We help builders, developers, contractors and property owners resolve construction disputes quickly and cost effectively. Whether your matter is commercial, domestic or already escalating toward litigation, our team provides clear, strategic guidance to protect your position and keep your project moving.
Commercial Construction Disputes
Support for disputes involving contract terms, variations, delays, defective work and project performance.
Defective Building Work Claims
Clear guidance for identifying defects, preparing evidence and pursuing compensation or rectification.
Multi Unit Development Claims
Assistance with complex development issues including staging disputes, contract breaches and construction defects.
Domestic Building Disputes
Representation through negotiation or the DBDRV process to resolve domestic construction conflicts efficiently.
Security of Payment Claims
Help with making payment claims, responding to claims and enforcing rights under SOP legislation.
PPSR & Security Interests
Advice on PPSR registrations, priority disputes, caveats and protecting or enforcing your security interests.
Adjudication & Defence
Support with preparing adjudication applications, defending claims and responding to determinations.
Enforcement & Set Aside Applications
Assistance enforcing determinations or judgments, or applying to set aside flawed adjudication outcomes.
FAQs for Builders, Developers & Property Owners
Building & Construction FAQs
Get quick answers to the issues builders, developers and property owners face most often. These FAQs provide simple, practical guidance to help you navigate construction law with confidence.
What is the NCC code for Australia?
The National Construction Code (NCC) defines the minimum requirements for design and construction of building work (both new and existing buildings), safety, health, amenity, accessibility, and sustainability of certain buildings.
Who regulates the construction industry?
State and territory governments are responsible for regulating the construction industry in their respective jurisdictions. For example, in Victoria, the relevant agencies include the Victorian Building Authority.
When should I speak to a construction lawyer about a dispute?
You should seek advice as soon as an issue arises, such as delays, variations, defects or payment problems. Early legal guidance helps prevent escalation, protects your position and preserves evidence needed for resolution.
Do you assist with contract drafting and review before construction begins?
Absolutely. Strong contracts reduce risk and disputes. We review or draft contracts including HIA, MBA and bespoke agreements to ensure your rights are protected before work starts.
Can you help enforce an adjudication or court judgment?
Yes. If you have a favourable decision and need it enforced, we can act quickly through the appropriate legal channels to secure payment or compliance.
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