Disputes are an inherent feature of the New Zealand construction landscape; something everyone wants to avoid or resolve efficiently. Engaging Hesketh Henry for construction contract advice at the outset of your plans means we can apply our many years of specialised construction law experience to help you avoid legal action. If it’s too late for that, and disputes have arisen, our construction litigators can guide you to the best resolution.
Our lawyers have been involved with some of the most complex and high-value building and engineering claims in New Zealand, and have deep experience of the issues that cause disputes in the industry. As a result, we’re a force to be reckoned with in the construction disputes arena.
In addition to litigation, we represent construction clients in all forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including arbitration, Construction Contracts Act adjudication, early neutral evaluation, expert determination, and mediation. We’re adept at resolving liability claims against contractors and consultants, leaky building issues, and ‘pure’ construction disputes involving time and money claims.