Dispute Resolution
Streamlined, efficient and cost-effective arbitration for construction and commercial disputes.
Formal Dispute Resolution
Arbitration is a formal process for resolving disputes that have arisen between parties to a contract. In Australia, federal law governs international arbitration whereas each state has their own laws governing domestic, non-international arbitration. Because of the unique and technical nature of construction projects and the complex relationships involved, appointing a construction arbitrator with broad industry experience and substantial qualifications can assist in the expedient resolution of disputes submitted to arbitration.
Enabling Efficient Resolution
Arbitration provides formal determination of disputes while maintaining greater confidentiality and flexibility compared to litigation. The arbitrator's award is binding and enforceable, providing disputants with certainty and closure.
This enables parties to resolve disputes efficiently and return focus to their businesses and commercial objectives.
Streamlined Services
We offer fixed cost and efficient fee arbitration schemes for appropriate disputes with limited complexity. The object of this service is to enable disputants to have an efficient and cost effective means to resolving a dispute. Timeframes can be tailored to suit the logistics and complexity of each unique case. This service is subject to our terms, available to those seeking timely and definitive dispute resolution.
We conduct arbitrations with streamlined procedures designed to resolve disputes efficiently. For appropriate cases, simplified procedural rules can reduce costs and timeframes while maintaining procedural fairness.
Arbitration processes have defined timeframes and procedural steps. Disputes can be resolved within specific periods suited to the parties' needs, enabling faster resolution than litigation.
For disputes with limited complexity, fixed fee options are available. For larger cases, fees are based on time spent, with rates agreed in advance. This provides cost certainty and transparency.
The arbitrator's award is binding and enforceable in law. This provides certainty of outcome and prevents lengthy appeals processes, delivering finality for all parties.
Complex Disputes
For larger disputes, choosing an arbitrator with both arbitration and construction expertise can provide an efficient and cost-effective forum where a detailed understanding of the process, claims and expert submissions is invaluable. Our experience spans quantum disputes, delay claims, technical matters, contract interpretation and complex multiparty cases.
With decades of experience in construction dispute resolution, we understand the technical complexities that arise in arbitration. We can evaluate expert evidence, understand construction methodology, assess quantum claims, and apply construction industry knowledge to factual findings and determinations.
Arbitration can be conducted under formal rules (institutional or ad hoc) or under simplified informal procedures. We adapt to the needs of each dispute, providing appropriately formal or streamlined processes depending on complexity and party preferences.
Unlike litigation, arbitration proceedings are confidential. This protects sensitive commercial information, project details, and business strategies from public disclosure, providing additional value in construction disputes.
Transparent Pricing
Fees for complex cases are based on time spent on the reference. Fixed fee options may be possible where requested, subject to circumstances. Contact us to discuss your specific construction arbitration requirements in more detail. We offer competitive rates while maintaining high quality, independent decision making and rigorous arbitral process.
