Construction

In the current economic climate all those involved in the construction process are keen to preserve cash flow. Inevitably, the tensions caused by the conflicting positions taken by the parties to construction contracts means that these can often only be resolved through the dispute resolution process. Our expertise covers the whole range of dispute resolution options available to the construction industry.

In contentious matters we draw on our vast experience. We always look to avoid unnecessarily confrontation but use the fastest and most effective option which will involve one, or a combination of litigation, adjudication, arbitration, expert determination and mediation to ensure that our client always gets the best result. Our dispute resolution experience includes claims for defective designs and workmanship, over-run projects, claims for extensions of time and final account disputes.

Of course, construction law is about more than dispute resolution. We act for developers, contractors, investors, banks, property professionals and occupiers on all aspects of construction law. Our expertise covers the drafting of all relevant documentation: building contracts and professional appointments; collateral warranties and third party rights agreements; performance bonds; parent company guarantees; letters of intent; security documentation; insurance policies (including inherent defects insurance); intellectual property rights licences; sale, purchase and letting contracts for recently constructed/refurbished premises.