Preparation, Defence and Negotiation of Claims – ADR

Many construction claims are complex and require an in-depth understanding of the contract documents, contract legal context, and factual matrix. Our thorough understanding of these ingredients establishes a robust and effective claim submissions and defence. As part of ajhcs core skill set, this knowledge is invaluable in the defence and negotiation of a claim.

Our practitioners have worked as the Engineer’s representative along with representing contractors with counsel.

We pride ourselves on understanding the backbone of a successful claim or its defence.  We provide strategic guidance that is focused on the provable issues and to prepare documentation that is technically, legally and commercially accurate.

Our clients are provided with an appraisal of their contractual and commercial position at the outset and all the risks and benefits are considered.  The specific claim, commercial settlement or defence objectives are established in close collaboration with you aiming for the best outcome.

We avoid costly, time consuming and resource sapping, formal dispute resolution methods and for this we ensure that you are able to reach an agreement through negotiations.  Should a dispute go to adjudication, court or arbitration, it is crucial to be fully prepared. To fully protect your best interests we ensure that all the relevant facts, detail and information are at our fingertips and that everyone involved is appropriately prepared and aware of the relevant facts.