Building and construction disputes may be stressful and financially costly for all parties involved. In many forms of disputes, Nicholas James Lawyers have represented both business and consumer in a range of matters. We have extensive experience managing disputes and the complex litigation processes at various levels.

It is not uncommon for a disagreement to develop throughout the course of a typical agreement. Our commercial lawyers understand it is critical to get to a reasonable solution swiftly, regardless of how big the issue may be.

Building disputes often arise as to the progress of both the work and payments. Legislation will often dictate how claims ae made, disputed and adjudicated. The timing of such claims means the builders and construction companies need urgent and specialised advice to ensure that claims are made and responded to according to the contract and legislation.

The completion of a build often sees further disputes, again, both as to payment and to defects. Owners and builders alike need someone in their corner with the requisite expertise and experience to ensure interests are protected and rights and obligation are upheld.

By quickly resolving a problem, the parties will be able to preserve their relationship and will be able to focus on continuing business without the headache of a dispute.

Our building and construction dispute lawyers often appear before Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (“VCAT”), presenting parties who need the matter decided by an impartial arbitrator — in this case, VCAT – in more complex matters when the parties cannot or will not settle peacefully.