In construction, suspension and termination cover stopping or ending performance under a contract for a project, typically due to breach, non-payment, or changes in scope. A solicitor practising in this area helps clients draft and serve notices, negotiate or adjudicate breaches, and manage the fallout from suspension or termination, including references to continuation of works, re-tendering, or assigning subcontractors. They also assist with remedies, damages, and preserving rights to final account and any security or collateral warranties, while coordinating with engineers, project managers, and the other contracting party to resolve disputes efficiently.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
A solicitor handles complex contract clauses around suspension and termination, including breach notices, termination for convenience or cause, impact on payment, extension of time, and performance security. They manage interactions with adjudicators, insurers, and lenders, and advise on preserving rights to claim liquidated damages or seek termination remedies under the contract and applicable statutory regimes. They also navigate procedures for re-tendering, novation or assignment of contracts, and potential claims for damages.
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