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Building & Construction
Law Specialists

Melbourne law firm specialising in building & construction law. We provide expert legal advice for contracts, agreements and all types of disputes including complex litigation. Acting for homeowners, builders & individuals.

Building Construction

Our Services

Strategic expertise. Trusted results.

Building Contracts & Agreements

  • Contract Review

  • Contract Negotiation

  • New Building Contracts

  • Drafting Contracts

  • Contract Termination

  • ​Contract Disputes

  • Off The Plan Contracts

Residential Building Disputes

  • Handling disputes over defective building work

  • Resolving contract breaches and payment issues

  • Addressing delays and incomplete projects

  • Mediation and negotiation with builders and contractors

  • Representation at DBDRV and VCAT hearings

Commercial 

Construction Disputes

  • Builder Insolvency

  • Commercial Contractors

  • Property Development & Construction

  • Owners Corporation Issues

  • Security of Payment Act 2002 (Vic) (SOPA) Claims

  • Council Disputes

  • Debt Recovery

  • Terms of trade

Building Defect Claims & Litigation

  • Complex Defect Cases

  • Advising on Legal Remedies & Compensation

  • Home Warranty Insurance Claims

  • Domestic Building Dispute Resolution Victoria (DBDRV) Advice

  • Building Delay Issues

LIV
Accredited Specialist
 

Commercial Litigation LIV Accredited Specialist logo

We are one of only a handful of Melbourne Law Firms to be recognised by the Law Institute of Victoria as a Specialist Firm.

 

Our Principal Christian Marcus is one of only 38 Accredited Specialist Solicitors in Commercial Litigation in Victoria. With over 15 years experience, you can trust that your case is in the best hands.

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OUR EXPERTISE

Christian Marcus
Principal Solicitor

Christian has been practising as a lawyer for over 15 years. He is one of only 38 Accredited Specialists in Victoria in Commercial Litigation.

 

Christian has a strong background in complex residential and commercial construction matters and property law.

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Christian regularly appears in various courts including VCAT, County Court, Supreme Court and others. He acts for and against large corporations, builders, councils and more.​

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Christian only takes on a limited number of clients in order to give each client the commitment and focus they deserve. He is dedicated to delivering outstanding outcomes for every client.

 

Christian aims to simplify complex matters, and communicates with you so that you can easily understand where your matter is at every step of the way. â€‹â€‹

Leaders in Construction Law.

First class service. Outstanding outcomes.

Who We Act For

01.

Property & Home Owners

02.

Builders

03.

Contactors &

Sub-Contractors

04.

Property Developers

05.

Tradespeople, Surveyors, Engineers, Architects & more

Successful Case Studies

Strategic expertise. Trusted results.

1

Security of
Payment Act (SOPA)

 

 

Acted for a Tier 3 civil contractor. Engaged in technical Supreme Court proceedings and arbitrations under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act in development worth $120 million.

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2

Property Development
Contracts

Acted for property developer in the joint venture with a builder of a 36 apartment building complex. Conducted due diligence & drafted complex contracts including conditional terms in relation to the unusual site and planning conditions.

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3

Building Delays
Dispute

 

 

Advised and acted for developer on dispute between head contractor and developer regarding latent rock found outside of the Geotechnical
Report which caused delay of staged subdivision.

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

“Christian successfully negotiated the contract with my builder and saved me thousands on my build. Thanks again.”

— Josh

Cost Effective Advice

Personalised Service

Accredited Specialist

Knowledge

Fast Communication

Free 15 min

Phone Consultation

We understand that legal issues can be extremely time sensitive, and delays can put your case at risk.

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We'll ensure that a lawyer will get back to you within 24 hours, if not sooner.

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For even faster response time, call us now: 

 

03 9111 9908

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