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Anyone who has ever been involved in a construction project (either as a
client or a builder) will understand the complexity of building contracts
and the number of factors that can influence the satisfactory completion of
a job. Whether the project is a house, a residential development, an office
building, a factory or other commercial premises, legal issues with
substantial financial risk for both parties may arise during the course of
construction.
By their very nature, building projects give rise to a broad range of legal
issues. From managing disputes about work quality and timeliness, unforseen
circumstances and progress payments during construction, to liability and
payment issues at the end of the job, many building disputes become
extremely time consuming and costly for all involved.
The key is to ensure that building contracts are well-prepared before work
commences and that the job complies with all relevant environmental and
local government regulations. Sound legal advice and representation can not
only clarify legal responsibilities and obligations up-front, it can also
reduce the time spent negotiating disputes or misunderstandings during the
course of the work.
Coleman & Greig’s team of commercial lawyers possess a variety of skills,
expertise and experience in the field. They can assist clients with matters
such as:
- Drafting building contracts and related commercial agreements
- Advising and representing clients with respect to local government development requirements
- Identifying environmental requirements and representing clients in Land &
Environment Court litigation
- Building contract disputes and litigation, including multi-party liability litigation
- Mediation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution with respect to
building disputes and recovery of damages or payments due under contract
Managing the security of payments and related issues
- Representing builders in licensing proceedings
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