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Construction Lawyers Gladstone

Baker Merz Construction Lawyers (T/As Construction Lawyers Brisbane) offers tailored legal support to the Gladstone community, drawing on our dual accreditation from the Law Society and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

Why engage a Law Firm that needs to be assisted by a "team of experts" when you have access to our Construction Experts that develop 100s of projects before coming into the law.

Our legal team has hands-on experience across all stages of project development, from design engineering and estimating to managing construction activities. With certifications including MCIBSE, MRICS, C.Eng, MAIPM, and CIARB, we bring comprehensive industry knowledge to address the unique challenges our clients face.

We handle cost and delay claims internally, crafting strategies that are efficient and suited to our clients' needs. As accredited QBCC Adjudicators, we represent clients in matters under the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act, as well as in disputes regarding defects, costs, and licensing with the QBCC. Our representation also extends to appearances in tribunals and various courts, including magistrates, district, and supreme courts.

Our legal team's unique project development background in design engineering, estimating and construction management (our lawyers hold current MCIBSE, C.Eng, MRICS, MAIPM and CIARB certifications) gives us the first-hand on-site construction expertise that earns our client's immediate trust.  These credentials guarantee that we will fully understand your situation, develop your cost or delay claim in-house, and select the most appropriate legal approach and strategy to deliver results quickly and efficiently. As QBCC Adjudicators, we are well-versed in the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act. and provide representation in QBCC defects, cost and licensing disputes. We also actively represent clients across various courts, including tribunals, magistrates, district, and supreme courts.

We Are Qualified Engineers, Quantity Surveyors and Lawyers

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Key Services We Offer

Our Expertise in Construction Law Includes:
Drafting, reviewing, and managing customized construction contracts, such as EPC, EPCM, PMCM, PMC, GMP, TK, PO, and JV agreements.
Providing clarity on your rights and obligations under current contracts.
Assessing the strength of claims for delays or costs, and preparing detailed supporting documentation.
Certifying claims as qualified quantity surveyors (QS), including evaluating impacts on key project timelines and advising on extension of time (EoT) requirements.
Managing force majeure issues, warranty claims, insurance disputes, liquidated damages, and other liabilities.
Assisting with international construction projects, including cross-border permits and legal disputes.

Our legal advice is always clear and actionable, drawing on years of in-depth industry experience.

CCPM Delay Analysis

Choosing the right construction lawyer can be a deciding factor in the success of your project.

Considerations When Choosing Legal Representation in Construction

  • Practical Construction Experience: Our team features quantity surveyors (QSs) and engineers with direct on-site experience in roles like commercial management. This experience gives us the ability to break down complex contractual terms and help our Gladstone clients navigate the complexities of today’s construction industry.

  • Knowledge of Local Regulations: We have a thorough understanding of the building approval process, compliance requirements under Australian standards, and Gladstone-specific licensing regulations, including local council rules and community standards.

  • Contract Expertise: Whether your needs involve HIA, EPC, PMC, MB, EPCM, TA, RCA, or JV contracts, our expertise ensures that your rights are well-protected at every stage of the process.

  • Industry Insight: We have worked alongside CEOs and board members of major construction companies in Gladstone, offering both strategic and practical advice based on our in-depth understanding of construction practices.

  • Specialisation in Dispute Resolution: If disputes arise, we focus on efficient resolution through adjudication, tribunals, or court actions. Our aim is to present well-supported arguments for a prompt resolution.

  • Client-Centric Approach: We pride ourselves on our responsive service and cost-conscious approach, always striving to build long-term partnerships with our clients.

What we do

Contract Reviews and Contract Analysis

Contract Examination and Assessment

Leveraging our engineering and construction expertise, we offer contract assessments focused on rights, liabilities, duties, and scope. Our proficiency spans Australian Standard Contracts (AS4000, AS2124), MBA agreements, ABIC, Security of Payments compliance, FIDIC, NEC4, and JCT contracts. We conduct pre-contract audits, suggesting amendments to mitigate risks and align terms with client interests.
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Dispute Resolution Strategies

We analyse contracts, drawings, specifications, and site records to assess claims, incorporating CPM delay analyses. We ensure claims are robust for QBCC adjudication and represent clients in proceedings, providing support for swift resolutions.
Delay, Disruption, Acceleration  Critical Path Delay Analysis

Analysis of Delays, Disruptions, and Accelerations

Our analysis includes baseline schedules, identifying delays, concurrent issues, and quantifying disruptions through earned value and measured mile methods. We present claims clearly and prepare acceleration claims as needed.
Contract Management and Financial Recovery

Contractual Strategy and Management

We help clients develop procurement and contracting strategies, minimizing risks, maintaining cash flow, and reducing costs.
Project Development Strategies International Experience

Project Structuring and Development

We assist with joint ventures, financing, project structures, approvals, NDAs, EOIs, RFTs, and drafting contracts.
Insurance claims

Handling Insurance-Related Claims

Our team manages insurance claims, advises on defects, policy drafting, indemnity, and subrogation, and represents clients in dealings with insurers.

What our clients say about us

“I am extremely grateful
for your professional assistance in this matter. Four different law firms and no one has taught us about these procedures before, thank you.”

Jessica Dale,
Superior Kerb & Concreting

“They had a building full of lawyers against the two of us. We would not have prevailed without your technical and construction knowledge.”

Dr Armond Habibi
General Counsel

“I thought I was losing my business... thank you.”

Ben Hunter,
Bear Claw Civil

Why engage us?

Some 50% of our clients settle their disputes even before legal action commences. This is because we prepare fully substantiated cost and delay claims that deal with defects, variations, valuation, disruption, and payment disputes on their projects with a solid contractual/legal argument that leads to commercial negotiations and early settlement.

With 30 years of experience participating in design engineering teams and on-site construction (for leading companies CPB, CIMIC, Lend Lease, AECOM, Fluor, Nova, Parsons, WSP, High Commission for KSA), we guarantee our complete understanding of the issues that arise on construction sites and understand the perspectives of all participants and stakeholders involved in a building dispute - we likely already dealt with a dispute involving similar circumstances to what brought you to this website.

Why Choose us?

  1. Fast results at low cost: Our team possesses a unique combination of legal expertise, engineering, planning, delay analysis and project costing knowledge.  This multidisciplinary knowledge base sets us apart and allows us to offer comprehensive solutions that align with the technical intricacies of construction projects, reducing the time we need to spend on your case, your legal costs and the time it takes to resolve your dispute.
  2. Regulated by RICS: We do not need to engage construction experts; we are the experts. We are the only law firm in Australia regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). This prestigious accreditation demonstrates our contracts/planning/ costing knowledge and commitment to upholding the construction industry's highest professional and ethical standards.
  3. Tailored Solutions:  Whether you are a contractor, developer, supplier, or consultant, we have the technical and commercial expertise to navigate the legal challenges you may encounter. We understand that every construction project is unique and pride ourselves on delivering tailored legal solutions that meet your needs.
  4. Proactive Approach:  We strive to identify and defuse potential issues before they escalate. Our attention to detail and thorough understanding of industry regulations ensure you receive comprehensive legal guidance at every stage of your project.
  5. Client-Centred Service: Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We prioritize open communication, responsiveness, and a collaborative approach to ensure that we fully understand your goals and concerns. Our team is dedicated to providing you with personalized attention and guidance so that you can confidently make informed decisions.
  6. Industry Connections: Over the years, we have built strong relationships with key stakeholders in the construction industry, including contractors, developers, architects, and engineers on every discipline. Our extensive network allows us to connect you with trusted professionals who can support your success.
Our specialised offering consists of:
Contract review and formation services, PD strategy and administration 
Planning, Scheduling, EoT, Prolongation, Disruption and Acceleration Claims
Payment Claims and Schedules - QBCC Adjudication Applications & Responses
Dispute management: Expert determination, arbitration and litigation
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Contact us today for exceptional legal solutions backed by practical construction knowledge.

About Us

Our aim is to bring clarity to Construction Disputes for Developer Builders, Contractors, and Corporations by using our 30-years plus of experience in the construction industry working as Design Engineers, Estimators, Schedulers, Contract Administrators, and Project Managers.

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74B Union St, 
Spring Hill QLD 4000
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07 3054 7105

Email: info@clb.net.au
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Mail: PO Box 200 Spring Hill, 4000

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