Building Dispute Lawyer Brisbane

At ADVIILAW, we understand that construction projects can be complex and, at times, contentious. Whether you're a homeowner, builder, developer or subcontractor, legal disputes can arise that threaten your timeline, budget or reputation.

Our experienced construction dispute lawyers in Brisbane are experts in resolving building and construction issues efficiently and effectively. We offer practical solutions tailored to your situation, whether through negotiation, mediation or litigation. As construction dispute lawyers, we aim to protect your interests and achieve a fair outcome without unnecessary delays or costs.

Explore our building and construction dispute resolution services and get in touch with us today to discuss your legal matter.

Building and construction disputes

Our building dispute lawyers in Brisbane have years of industry experience in dispute resolution law, focusing on mitigating risks, and providing cost-effective legal solutions to our clients. We focus on resolving your issue through solutions like negotiation, mediation, adjudication and arbitration (including, if possible, through the QBCC) to ensure you avoid a lengthy and costly litigation process, though we are prepared to represent you if need be. 

We understand better than anyone the discretion that’s necessary when settling disputes. By choosing ADVIILAW, you can trust that our building dispute lawyers in Brisbane will personally handle your case and avoid delegating to juniors — we recognise the meticulous attention to detail required when handling your business.

We’re certainly no stranger to building and construction disputes, a common area of legal practice for our law firm. We recognise that construction disputes can be complex, and involve technical legal, factual and evidentiary issues. That’s why our lawyers have extensive experience in all areas of construction law, from construction defects to delay claims and payment disputes. Let’s take a closer look at some of the ways we help our clients: 

• Domestic building contract disputes — If you’re a homeowner experiencing delays or poor workmanship and wish to dispute a building contract's terms, conditions or performance, we’re here to help. Our Brisbane building dispute lawyers will help both parties resolve the dispute as efficiently and effectively as possible via negotiations, mediation, and invoking a government authority process, including escalating the matter before a court or tribunal if that is ultimately required.
• Commercial construction contracts disputes — Whether you’re an owner, project developer, builder, architect, engineer or supplier involved in building a commercial property, we’re here to handle disputes at any stage of the construction process. That includes a breach of contract, delays, defective work, change in scope and payment disputes. 
• Subcontractor disputes — If you’re a subcontractor disputing a claim over outstanding debts from a builder, main contractor or head contractor, we’re here to provide legal advice to help both parties attempt to resolve the dispute.
• Payment claim disputes — If you’re a builder or subcontractor wanting to issue a payment claim dispute against the other party to demand payment for work performed or materials provided, our team is here to assist.
• The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) adjudication dispute — Are you a builder, subcontractor or homeowner disputing the quality of domestic or commercial building works or disputing payment? Our Brisbane building dispute lawyers will help you through the QBCC adjudication to avoid litigation.
• Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) construction disputes — Whether you’re a builder, subcontractor or homeowner filing a claim with QCAT for the final determination of a commercial or domestic building dispute, from workmanship defects to payment disputes, our team can also assist you with your case.
• Variation disputes — If you’re a builder or property owner disputing a change in the scope of work originally agreed upon in the contract, such as additional materials or labour to complete the project and cannot agree on the variation cost, that’s where we come in.
• Fixed contract price disputes — Are you a builder requesting a variation to the contract price due to the increased cost of labour and materials to complete the project, which has gone beyond the initial agreed-upon price? Or are you a property owner disputing this claim? Our Brisbane building dispute lawyers will represent you, and help resolve your fixed contract price dispute. Completion
• Completion or delay disputes — Has your builder failed to complete the project by the agreed-upon deadline? Or are you dissatisfied with the completed work by the builder? If you and the opposing party are disputing who is responsible for the building delays, our lawyers will provide you with the necessary legal advice to understand your contractual and legal rights and advise you on how best to proceed.
• Structural or non-structural defects disputes — If you wish to lodge a complaint with the QBCC regarding defective building works undertaken by the builder, whether structural or non-structural in nature, or claim under the QBCC home warranty insurance scheme, who better than our Brisbane building dispute lawyers to assist you through the process?
• Negligence disputes — If you’re undergoing a dispute about whether a subcontractor’s work is negligent, our Brisbane building dispute lawyers have the necessary experience to help investigate the case and establish evidence, or lack thereof, of negligence. 

Reach out to our Brisbane building dispute lawyers at ADVIILAW today

If you’re experiencing a building dispute, our Brisbane building dispute lawyers at ADVIILAW will work closely with you to explore all available options for resolving the dispute, including negotiation, mediation, adjudication, arbitration or litigation. Resolve your building dispute with clear, informative guidance from our experienced professionals. We conduct ourselves with integrity, transparency and professionalism every time and take the time to get to know you and ensure your needs are met.

Contact us today if you need a building dispute lawyer in Brisbane or require a commercial lawyer.

FAQs

What is the difference between a building conflict and dispute?

A building conflict typically refers to a disagreement or tension that arises during a construction project, often involving communication issues, delays or minor contract concerns. These conflicts may be informal and can often be resolved through discussion or negotiation.

A building dispute, on the other hand, is a more formalised disagreement that usually requires legal intervention. Disputes often involve breaches of contract, defective or incomplete building works or defective works on the land, unpaid invoices or failure to meet regulatory standards. Our construction dispute lawyers can assist with both conflicts and formal disputes, helping you find the best path to resolution.

What is an example of a building conflict and dispute?

An example of a building conflict is a homeowner disagreeing with a builder about the quality of paint used, which could be resolved by checking the contract or product specifications. A more serious building dispute could involve a builder abandoning the project after receiving partial payment, requiring legal action to recover funds or enforce performance. In such situations, our construction dispute lawyers can step in to help protect your legal and financial interests.

What are the three most common areas for building disputes?

Within building and construction law, there are main scenarios for building disputes. They are:

• Contract breaches — This includes disagreements over the terms, variations or scope of works, which can quickly escalate without proper documentation or clear communication.
• Payment issues — Disputes often arise from unpaid invoices, underpayment or disputes over progress payments or payment claims.
• Defective or incomplete work — Faulty workmanship or failure to meet industry standards or the agreed scope of works is a leading cause of legal action in construction.

Our construction dispute lawyers in Brisbane have the expertise to manage these issues and work towards a commercially viable solution.

What are three common disputes between builders, subcontractors and suppliers?

In our experience, there are commonly three types of disputes between builders, subcontractors and suppliers:

• Non-payment or late payment for goods and services — Trade contractors and suppliers often face cash flow issues due to payment delays.
• Quality of materials or workmanship – Builders may dispute the quality of supplied materials or the standard of subcontractor work.
• Delays affecting project timelines – Scheduling conflicts or failure to meet deadlines can trigger liquidated damages and legal claims.

Our construction dispute lawyers assist clients in resolving these disputes through expert legal guidance and alternative dispute resolution where possible.