Construction Dispute Resolution
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The unfortunate reality in the construction industry is that sometimes claims and disputes cannot be avoided.
We are specialists in construction dispute resolution with decades of experience of disputes, Arbitration and Adjudication. We have represented parties in many cases involving multi-millions of pounds and a variety of complex issues.
Whether you are defending or claiming and whatever the value of the claim we will work with you to provide no-nonsense advice and a clear strategy on how best to deal with the dispute.
Our Construction Dispute Resolution Services:
Adjudication is a rapid dispute resolution process which is implied into construction contracts and results in a binding decision, relatively cost-effectively. We act for claiming and defending parties, guiding them through what can be a testing process with the minimum of stress.
Read MoreArbitration is a leading form of dispute resolution. Like litigation, it results in a binding and final award, but an arbitration is tailored to the particular dispute and decided by a specialist arbitrator. We act for claiming and defending parties and have extensive experience of arbitration.
Read MoreWe assist with litigation by way of Public Access and Licensed Access granted by the Bar Standards Board, and routinely instruct specialist construction barristers from leading London chambers to represent clients.
Read MoreMediation is a consensual dispute resolution process in which an independent mediator seeks to facilitate a settlement between the parties. It continues to grow in popularity due to the success and results it achieves, and its low cost compared to adversarial dispute resolution.
Read MoreThe expense of construction disputes puts some people off claiming the money owed to them – even when they have a very strong case. We have developed a range of dispute funding options to help their clients make successful claims.
Read MoreWe regularly undertake work with an international element, including projects outside of the UK, and for non-UK clients, and understand the sensitivities of operating in different marketplaces.
Read MoreWhy Choose us for Construction Disputes?
- Over 40 years of experience in construction law.
- Proven track record of successfully resolving claims.
- Personalised service tailored to your case.
- Dedicated team of highly qualified Construction Claims Consultants
- Free, no-obligation consultation.
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Construction Dispute FAQs
There are several options depending on the nature of the dispute, the value of the dispute, and the parties involved. Here’s a breakdown of your options:
- Negotiation – attempting to resolve the dispute amicably through discussion with the other party is cost-effective and maintains relationships but may not work if the other party is unwilling to compromise
- Mediation – a neutral third party (mediator) facilitates discussions to help both sides reach an agreement. Mediation is confidential, quicker, and usually less expensive than formal proceedings. Decisions are non-binding unless an agreement is reached and formalised.
- Adjudication – a process often used in construction disputes where an independent adjudicator makes a decision, which is binding unless challenged. Adjudication is typically used for issues involving payment, delays, or performance. It is faster than court proceedings. However, decisions are interim-binding, meaning it can be overturned in arbitration or litigation.
- Arbitration – is a private process where a neutral arbitrator hears both sides and makes a binding decision. Arbitration is used when specified in the construction contract as the dispute resolution method.
- Litigation – is used for complex and high-value disputes or where other method of resolving the dispute have failed.
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