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Construction law forms a major component of the practice of Baker
Newby LLP. We have practitioners with extensive
experience and broad expertise in all areas of construction law
related matters. This depth of professional resource has given clients
of the firm a competitive advantage in dealing with the complexities
of the construction industry.
Our construction law group has significant experience in drafting
all forms of construction related agreements from simple home construction/renovation
agreements to extensive mega-project documentation. Often our clients
involve us as members of their negotiating teams in treading through
the sometimes dangerous areas which are part of the construction
contract matrix. This has resulted in our lawyers being involved
not only locally, but nationally and internationally.
Our
construction law lawyers have been chosen as counsel to some of
the largest developers, general contractors and professional firms
in British Columbia, with interests throughout North America. But
we also act for the small, local and very important tradespeople,
contractors, suppliers and professionals, and pride ourselves in
providing the most practical, cost-effective advice and legal support
available.
Construction disputes often start in the documentation exchanged among the various parties. Our construction law group understands these agreements and is experienced in interpreting and explaining both the demanding legal and technical requirements. We have considerable experience in working with clients to resolve construction disputes before they become litigious. This can be through conciliation, mediation, arbitration or simply developing and implementing successful negotiation strategies. From homeowner/contractor arguments to multimillion dollar construction conflicts, our lawyers utilize their skills to resolve our clients' problems. The courtroom is recognized by us as being the avenue of last resort for most construction difficulties.
In this litigation-oriented era it is inevitable that not all construction
problems will be resolvable outside the courtroom. With this in
mind our construction lawyers are well prepared to guide our clients
through the rigours of dealing with suing or being sued. Getting
our clients out of the courts with the best results and at the least
cost is our goal. Working with our clients and experts as a team
is a priority as we seek to achieve the best results, whether it
be in Small Claims, Supreme Court or the Court of Appeal.
Our construction law group represents clients from every sector of the residential, commercial and industrial construction industry, including owners/developers, general contractors, trades, suppliers, engineers, architects, designers, financiers, employee groups, municipalities and construction associations.
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