Building & Construction

No industry is subject to more laws and regulation than building and construction – which is why having experienced building and construction lawyers on your side is essential. There are the general laws such as contract law, workplace health and safety, planning and environmental law and employment law. And, on top of these, there is the multitude of Acts and regulations dealing specifically with construction law that are constantly being developed and revised by local, state and federal government.

Given the time and cost pressures involved in construction projects, the last thing you need is for the law to slow you down, cost you excessive money or to compound any problems on the building site. And we think the best way to avoid that is to use lawyers who understand the day-to-day commercial realities of the construction industry, as well as the law.

That’s why our building and construction lawyers always look for the most workable commercial solution, as well as the best legal one. We’ll help you master the rules that frame the building and construction industry so that you can get on with doing business.

We’re experts in:

Drafting building contracts, tender documents and other project procurement documents that are easy to understand, protect your interests and achieve your aims.
Assisting with making or defending payment claims under security of payment laws.
Advising you on making a claim against a contractor, property developer, sub-contractor, joint venture or other business.
Helping you resolve construction disputes through negotiation and alternative dispute resolution so that you minimise time and cost.
Representing you in NCAT and other courts and tribunals so that you have the best chance of success.
Drafting and negotiating construction contracts that protect your interests and help you avoid disputes.
Advising you on security of payment laws so that you reduce risk.
Showing you how to administer contracts in a way that reduces risk and avoids disputes.

Bartier Perry is a member and sponsor of the following Master Builders Association Divisions: Parramatta Cumberland, Inner West, Eastern Suburbs and Nepean. We are also members of the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) and the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA).