Vancouver Construction Disputes

Construction disputes cost everyone time and money and cause delay. Frequently, they involve multiple parties with conflicting interests and so can be extremely complex. Whatever your position – project owner, construction manager, head contractor, subcontractor, or material supplier – it is important to have access to experienced legal counsel when disputes arise. We have the skill, experience and knowledge about construction-related issues to provide the necessary legal advice.

We bring and defend all types of construction claims, from the simple to the most complex, such as those arising from:

• Non-payment and builders liens
• Delays
• Deficiencies
• Claims for extra work
• Disputes between subtrades
• Design and construction defects

Litigation is not necessarily the most efficient way to resolve disputes and is often best regarded as a remedy of last resort. Often, a compromise settlement achieved through informal negotiation or mediation is preferable as the fastest and cheapest way to resolve the issue. Similarly, arbitration may be the preferred alternative. We are knowledgeable and experienced with such alternative dispute resolution processes and the circumstances when they are best suited to achieving a favourable outcome.