New Zealand’s construction industry has a number of unique statutory and regulatory requirements that require specialist legal knowledge and expertise.
Our team has that knowledge and expertise through years of hands on experience in construction-related disputes as well as contracting and compliance issues. Our construction lawyers specialise in providing comprehensive legal advice on all aspects of the construction industry with a focus on achieving workable and cost-effective outcomes for our clients.
Our expertise includes:
- Negotiating and reviewing commercial and residential construction contracts
- Claims and proceedings under the Construction Contracts Act and providing advice on using the Construction Contracts Act to enhance business practice
- Acting for clients involved in leaky building claims including participation at WHRS mediations and adjudications (and in appealing WHRS decisions through the courts)
- Acting for clients involved in construction claims in the courts and at arbitration
- Assisting clients with debt recovery and best practice including developing terms and conditions of trade and compliance with the Building Act
For advice on construction law, please contact:
