Building and Construction Litigation

Construction and Building Lawyers & Litigation

When you need a Gold Coast building lawyer, look no further. We offer the expertise of top-notch lawyers experienced in all types of building and construction litigation, whether it’s commercial or residential.

Moreover, our team is well-versed in handling a broad range of issues, from disputes over construction defects to contract breaches and regulatory compliance. Therefore, we dedicate ourselves to providing effective legal solutions for your specific needs. We protect your interests throughout the litigation process.

Building and construction litigation can be both difficult and costly, especially if the building lawyer handling the case is unfamiliar with the field. While parties usually have a building contract, various other acts and instruments can also impact the rights of a party involved in a building dispute. These can include:

Whether the contract (if it is for domestic building work) has been formed and complies with the Domestic Building Contracts Act;
Whether the agreement between the parties complies with the unfair contracts legislation and the Australian Consumer Law;
If the contract is a commercial contract, whether the entitlements under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act have been triggered.

Furthermore, experienced parties in building and construction litigation often exploit weaknesses in contracts and legislation if appropriate measures are not taken. These weaknesses frequently lead to amendments in existing legislation or the introduction of new laws, such as the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017.

Expertise in Building and Construction Arrangements

At QBM Lawyers, our commercial lawyer handles the documentation for building and property development arrangements. It also includes the agreements between contractors and subcontractors. Consequently, our building lawyer quickly understands the consequences of a breach and the available remedies. Moreover, they can propose sensible and achievable solutions for resolving disputes.

Extensive Litigation Experience

Our litigation team includes Justin Mathews, a Gold Coast building lawyer with specialist accreditation in commercial litigation. With his extensive experience in building litigation, Justin Mathews and the rest of our team are well-equipped to handle complex disputes in this field. We handle cases through contracts, QCAT, other tribunals, courts, and arbitration.