Construction law covers contracts, procurement and the resolution of disputes in building projects, from design through to completion. A solicitor in this area deals with draft and review of contracts (such as JCT and NEC forms), payment and cashflow provisions, delay and disruption claims, defects, and liability for losses. They advise on procurement routes, performance bonds, insurances, and compliance with building regulations and planning conditions, and they represent clients in adjudications, mediations, and court proceedings when disputes arise.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
In construction, solicitors handle contract drafting and interpretation, assess risk allocation, prepare and respond to payment notices and pay when paid disputes, navigate extension of time and liquidated damages, manage defects claims, and support enforcement of security and guarantees. They coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, and lenders, and oversee dispute resolution through adjudication, arbitration, or litigation as the project progresses.