Construction & Building Lawyers Sydney

Construction projects involve large sums of money, tight timeframes and strict legal requirements. Whether you are an owner, builder, developer, contractor or subcontractor, the right advice at the right time can protect your payment, your project and your reputation.

How we can help

Reviewing and negotiating building and construction contracts
Security of Payment claims, payment schedules and adjudication
Payment disputes and debt recovery for contractors and subcontractors
Variations, delay and termination issues
Building defects and statutory warranty claims
Residential building disputes under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW)
Disputes in the courts and tribunals, as required

Getting paid on time

In NSW, the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 gives contractors and subcontractors a fast statutory process to claim payment. The time limits are strict and are generally measured in business days, so a missed deadline can seriously affect your rights. We can prepare payment claims, respond to payment schedules and act in adjudication.

Building contracts and defects

A building contract should clearly deal with price, scope, variations, time and defects. For residential building work, statutory warranties apply under the Home Building Act, with different time limits for major and other defects. We act for both owners and builders to resolve defect disputes, whether through negotiation or formal proceedings.

Common questions

How quickly do I need to act on an unpaid progress claim?

Very quickly. Security of Payment time limits are short, so contact us as soon as a payment is disputed or overdue.

What can I do if a builder's work is defective?

Document the defects, give the builder written notice and get advice about your rights under the contract and the statutory warranties.

Should a lawyer review my building contract?

We recommend it, particularly before signing, because the terms on variations, delay and payment can have significant financial consequences.

Construction Law