Building and Construction Law

Construction Law is becoming more and more complex in NSW and for this reason it is important that you have a lawyer with experience on your team. We have experience in acting for homeowners, builders, subcontractors and developers to ensure that they comply with the law and their contractual obligations. With experience in matters ranging from CTTT to the Supreme Court we are able to ensure from the beginning that you avoid legal issues and if necessary resolve your matter in Court. With complex laws such as the Home Building Act and the Building and Construction Industry security of Payment Act it is important that you get us involved in your matter as soon as possible to avoid you losing money fast.

If you have a building and construction issue contact our staff and we can arrange to give you advice to protect your project.

Building and construction disputes

Construction Law is becoming more and more complex in NSW and for this reason it is important that you have a Lawyer / Solicitor with experience on your team.
Some common disputes in Building and Construction matters include:-
- Defects and delay in the Construction Process- Disputes as to Contract and Variation- Valid Termination of a Contract- Non-Payment by the Principal Contract or Builder

G&S law Group have Lawyer / Solicitors with experience in Building and Construction matters in NCAT, Local Court, District Court and Supreme Court matters. Contact G&S Law Group today to assist you with your Building and Construction matter today.
See our latest Building and Construction Case win for our client in the District Court of NSW, click here.

Payment disputes

In the building and construction industry there are payment requirements, set out in the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (the Act), that Builders, contractors and suppliers must follow.

All contractors doing construction work or providing goods or services as part of construction work under a construction contract, have the right to receive progress payments for work delivered.

G&S Law Group can assist you with making a payment claim or preparing a payment schedule. Contact G&S Law Group today to discuss.

Building Contracts

Contracts can often be complicated and large documents comprising many sections and parts, it is important that to contact a Lawyer / Solicitor who can review the document and provide expert advice regarding the reasonability of the document.
The building contract will contain a number of important matters including the Building and Construction works to be completed the cost, Time frame, rights, liabilities, duties and responsibilities of each party, Payment, to name a few.
GS Law Group can determine whether your contract is fair, lawful and unreasonable.
See Fair Trading link for basic information on Building Contracts: click here.