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Building and Construction

Solutions for Your Disputes

Citilawyers is a Sydney CBD law firm acting for homeowners, builders, contractors, subcontractors, developers, and consultants across a broad range of building and construction matters in New South Wales. Whether you are managing a commercial build, a residential renovation, or a large scale development project, our building and construction lawyers provide clear, practical legal advice at every stage.

When Should You Contct a Building and Construction Lawyer?

Contact our Sydney building and construction lawyers as early as possible if any of the following apply:

  • You have received or need to issue a defect notice
  • A builder or contractor is disputing a payment claim
  • Work on your project has been delayed and you need to understand your rights
  • You are facing or considering NCAT proceedings for a building dispute
  • A builder or contractor has breached their contract
  • You are selling a property where owner builder work was carried out within the last 7.5 years
  • You need a building contract reviewed before signing
  • A Home Building Act warranty claim has been made against you or you need to make one
  • You are dealing with a Security of Payment (SOPA) claim or adjudication

Early legal advice in building and construction matters can significantly reduce costs and improve outcomes.

Building and Construction Matters We Handle

We act for clients across a broad range of building and construction matters including:

  • Defective work claims
  • Payment disputes and progress claims
  • Delays and extensions of time
  • Variations and scope changes
  • Breaches of building contracts
  • Home Building Act warranty claims
  • NCAT residential building disputes up to $500,000
  • Security of Payment (SOPA) claims and adjudications
  • Owner builder disputes and pre-sale advice
  • Professional negligence claims
  • Licensing and regulatory compliance
  • Building contract preparation and review
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Building and Construction Matters We Handle

We act for clients across a broad range of building and construction matters including:

  • Defective work claims
  • Payment disputes and progress claims
  • Delays and extensions of time
  • Variations and scope changes
  • Breaches of building contracts
  • Home Building Act warranty claims
  • NCAT residential building disputes up to $500,000
  • Security of Payment (SOPA) claims and adjudications
  • Owner builder disputes and pre-sale advice
  • Professional negligence claims
  • Licensing and regulatory compliance
  • Building contract preparation and review

Building Contract and Documentation

We assist with building contract preparation and review to ensure your rights and obligations are clearly defined and protected. From standard building contracts to more complex agreements involving multiple parties, we help you manage risk, avoid common pitfalls, and ensure compliance with all relevant building codes and regulations under key legislation including the Home Building Act 1989, the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020, and the Building Legislation Amendment Act 2023.

We also advise on Security of Payment (SOPA) legislation, supporting clients in making or responding to payment claims, managing adjudication processes, and enforcing payment rights.

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Resolving Building and Construction Disputes

Should a building dispute arise we work quickly to resolve the issue through negotiation, mediation, or where necessary, formal legal proceedings. Our focus is on achieving practical outcomes that minimise disruption and cost, while protecting your commercial or personal interests. Our building lawyer team provides focused support for all your building dispute needs, with particular insight into Law Property aspects. We aim for timely and commercially sound outcomes, helping you overcome challenges related to:

  • Defective work claims
  • Payment disputes and progress claims
  • Delays and extensions of time
  • Variations and scope changes
  • Breaches of contract
  • Professional negligence claims

Comprehensive Legal Advice for Construction Matters

In addition to dispute resolution, we provide legal advice on building defects, statutory warranties, insurance issues, licensing requirements, and regulatory compliance. We understand the pressure and complexity that can come with construction matters, and we aim to offer solutions that are not only legally sound but also commercially and practically sensible. Whether you’re an industry professional or a private individual building your home, our lawyers are here to guide you through the legal landscape with confidence.

Courts and Tribunals We Appear In

Our Sydney building and construction lawyers appear in:

  • NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) for residential building disputes up to $500,000
  • Local Court of New South Wales
  • District Court of New South Wales
  • Supreme Court of New South Wales

Contact Us for Building and
Construction Law Assistance

If you have a building dispute, contract issue, or construction law matter in NSW, contact Citilawyers today. Our building and construction lawyers will assess your matter and advise you on the best path forward.