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Building Disputes

Watson and Watson’s building and construction lawyers have years of experience resolving building disputes, including those relating to work done within a Strata Scheme.

Building work within a Strata Scheme may be initiated by the Owners Corporation, or by an individual property owner who is commissioning building work within their own unit (with the permission of the Owners Corporation). Disputes between builders and those who retain them, can sometimes occur, requiring the specialist expertise of a building and construction lawyer.

Disputes may arise as a result of:

• Building work that doesn’t meet the terms of the contract
• Work not completed to schedule
• Unfinished or poor quality work
• Late payment or failure to pay
• Misinterpretation of the contract

Watson and Watson lawyers are experienced in contract law and can ensure that the building contract is drawn up correctly, negotiate any amendments on your behalf, and help you to understand the terms. Building contracts can be complex, including architect and engineer plans, and council development application consent documents. Getting advice is important.

We are experts in strata legislation and how it applies to building works, and can help you to resolve any disputes that may arise during the course of the work. We can also represent you in Court. Our clients include strata title owners, Owners Corporations, and builders.

Please note that our provision of any telephone advice to you is only a general discussion to assist as to whether you wish to instruct us. Telephone discussions should not be construed as legal advice and are not to be relied upon. Legal advice which you can rely on can only be properly provided by us to you at or following an initial conference. We are not responsible for any action you may take or fail to take based upon the provision of our telephone advice to you. If you wish to arrange a conference, please contact us.

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Watson & Watson are always available to provide expert legal advice and answer any questions you may have.