Construction projects are inherently complex, involving multiple stakeholders, intricate contracts, and high financial stakes. Disputes are almost inevitable and when they arise, having a specialist with a deep understanding of both construction practices and the intricacies of contract law is essential.
Our team is a mix of legal minds and construction enthusiasts, to provide a full-service construction law offering for our clients. Whether you are an employer, main contractor, subcontractor, engineer or QS, we will provide you with the specialist services you require to succeed in a dispute.
We aim to communicate complex technical and legal information in a clear and accessible manner to our clients. Our team also approaches disputes with a problem-solving mindset to identify the root causes of disputes and develop efficient strategies for their resolution.
Important to construction disputes, we can evaluate complex technical and financial data and assess claims and damages accurately. To assist in this and other document and time-intensive tasks, Webber Wentzel has invested in AI infrastructure that enables us to streamline certain tasks and increase our capability to disseminate and analyse data more effectively and efficiently.
The dispute resolution specialists at Webber Wentzel have a track record of effectively navigating the technical, legal and interpersonal aspects of construction disputes, saving time, reducing costs, and safeguarding project timelines for our clients.
Our offering includes:
- Negotiation: we have expertise in negotiation techniques specific to construction disputes, including the ability to find mutually beneficial outcomes and resolve disputes efficiently.
- Mediation and adjudication (DAB/DAAB): we are experts in alternative dispute resolution methods, like mediation and adjudication. Adjudication is commonly employed in construction disputes to ensure timely decisions and maintain project progress.
- Arbitration: we have a vast amount of experience in representing clients in both local and international arbitrations across all manners of construction disputes. Arbitration allows parties to address conflicts efficiently by enabling industry-specific solutions and procedures that best suit the dispute.
- Litigation: We are experts in litigation in construction disputes, which offers the advantage of resolving disputes within the framework of established law, safeguarding the rights of all parties involved.
