Building & Construction

Contract Law Conference

Issues covered include: unsigned contracts, dispute resolution, ipso facto clauses, insolvency, common law rights to terminate, risk, limitation of liability, indemnities, unfair terms, unconscionable conduct, cross-jurisdictional contracts, variation

Building and Construction Forum: New Law, New Disputes, New Claims

Issues covered include: defects, bonds, cladding, delay, disruption, work orders, fitness for purpose, project procurement, insolvency, ipso facto regime, consumer law

Building and Construction Update

Issues covered include: Case update, valuation of quantum meruit claims, appeal an arbitral award, Indemnity Clauses and a Carve Out for Proportionate Liability, Delay and Disruption, Insolvency Reforms, the PPSA and the ‘Fiocco’ Report, Security of paymenet for subcontractors, Arbitration, Construction and infrastructure disputes.

Building and Construction Disputes & Risk Management

Issues covered include: Construction disputes, building award, underpayments, accessorial liability, insolvency, ipso facto, extensions of time, time bars, concurrent delay, construction insurance

Building and Construction Disputes Deep Dive

Issues covered include: building and construction cases, security of payment, Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act, project bank accounts, jurisdictional error, building projects, construction projects, international partners, international dispute resolution, arbitration, dispute resolution in building and construction, mediation, delay claims, construction disputes

Contract Law Conference: Risk Management

Issues covered include: contractual warranties, contractual indemnities, insurance contracts, arbitration clauses, binding arbitration agreements, contracting in the digital age, digital footprints, limitation of liability, Australian consumer law, proportionate liability regimes, ethical considerations, contract drafting, contract tendering, contract negotiation, block chain, smart contracts, multi-party agreements, privacy, cybersecurity

Contract Law Essentials: Avoiding Risk

Issues covered include: rectification and variation, drafting contracts, heads of agreement, pre-contractual representations, dispute resolution clauses

NCAT Consumer and Commercial Division: Practice and Procedure

Issues covered include: jurisdiction, appeals, strata disputes, Home Building Act, costs

Contract Law Conference: Risk Management Melbourne

Building and Construction Law: Liability and Risk

Sometimes it seems easier to ask what can’t go wrong in a construction project than to fathom the myriad ways everything can fall to pieces for your clients or your organisation. But regardless of whether you’re an optimist or a pessimist, you must be prepared to avoid or manage risk at every turn. And when things do go wrong, it’s essential that you’re across the latest in defects, economic loss, Security of Payment issues, critical new case law and more.

9th Annual Asbestos and Related Diseases

There are countless variables in any asbestos or related disease matter involving a range of perspectives that you must know inside and out. Gain a firm grasp of each of these perspectives by going right to the source and hearing from the Honourable Judge Russell, Icare, leading legal experts, and eminent respiratory physician. Join them as they examine new legislation and procedures, the latest compensation claims, critical new medical issues and more.

Building and Construction Law Conference

Between the ever changing fortunes of the property market and a building and construction industry that by its very nature gives rise to a broad range of legal issues, you need to stay up to date the latest legal developments. Hear firsthand from the County Court and join our experienced panel of barristers and legal practitioners as they detail the most current and best strategies, practices and procedures to navigate a changing sector.

Building Disputes and the Home Building Act

As a consequence of NSW’s Government significant investment in metropolitan and regional infrastructure to support growth and new measures designed to improve housing affordability, residential building across NSW has surged. This useful seminar brings together renowned experts in the residential building field to provide a timely update on the Home Building Act as it applies to building disputes involving residential building work in NSW.

Construction Law: Strategies for When it Goes Wrong

Issues covered include: critical incidents, bankruptcy, insolvency, liability, combustible cladding, reforms, security of payment laws

Construction Law Symposium - Recorded in March 2020, NSW

Issues covered include: latest cases, negligence, security of payment, damages, appeals, jurisdictional error, litigation issues, warranty claims, quantum meruit

Construction Law: Major Issues, Key Insights

Issues covered include: security of payment, construction contracts, building defects, cladding, construction disputes, quantum meruit, litigation funding, construction claims

Law for Architects: Contracts, Costs and Risk

Issues covered include: Costs Blowout Liabilities for Architects, Cladding and Non-Conforming Materials: liability and risk, Payment Disputes for Architects

Building and Construction Update

Issues covered include: Construction Contracts Act, Drafting Arbitration Agreements, Construction Consultancy Agreements, Major Developments in Quantum Meruit

Building and Construction Roundup

Issues covered include: Security of Payment, Quantum Meruit, Mann v Patterson Constructions, Domestic Building Contracts, Construction Contracts, rectification

Law for Architects: Contracts, Planning & Disputes

Issues covered include: Construction certificates, Occupation certificates, Architect SEP 65 Verification Statement, Design and Building Practitioners Bill 2019, regulated design, Building and Construction (Security of Payment) Act, adjudication, Role as Superintendent, agent of the principal, exercising independent discretion

Hot Contract Issues for Architects: Force Majeure, Frustration & Performance

Issues covered include: COVID-19, contracts, force majeure, frustration, performance

Deconstructing Construction Contracts: Critical Takeaways

Armed with updates and insights into critical recent cases and key issues such as the prevention principle and exclusion clauses, you will be able to provide expert guidance. Join experienced construction law barrister, Sydney Jacobs, as he gives you a deep dive into essential recent cases and provides you with unique insights on the key takeaway.

Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020: Critical Legal Update

The Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 is shaking up the construction industry and risk abounds with some significant provisions that have come into force immediately and retrospectively. Protect your clients and their interests by examining the important developments, including duty of care provisions, performance, regulated designs, registration and licensing requirements, insurance, penalties, enforcement and more.

Critical New Legislation for Architects and Developers

The game-changing legislation introduced by the NSW Government for the design & construction of apartment buildings will have major ramifications for architects & developers. Attend & benefit from two leading planning lawyers who will dissect the Residential Apartment Buildings (Compliance and Enforcement Powers Act 2020 and The Design and Practitioners Act 2020. Gain the critical information and practical strategies you need while having all your questions answered so that you’re ready for any eventuality

Quantum Meruit: Navigating Critical Changes

The High Court’s decision in Mann v Paterson Constructions Pty Ltd dramatically changed the law in relation to quantum meruit claims. Discover what’s happened to quantum meruit, when the restitutionary remedy’s no longer available, when it’s practically worth pursuing, and the impact of contract price on these claims. Examine what all of these significant changes mean for your practice going forward and don’t miss this opportunity to clarify these critical issues.

Payment Disputes for Architects: Recovering Your Fees & Costs

Join Peter Sarlos, an experienced lawyer, architect, building surveyor and construction adjudicator, for an in-depth session designed to ensure you can recover any fees and costs owed to you. Gain the skills and information needed to succeed in payment disputes, learn what to look for in contracts to avoid future disputes that even your lawyers might miss, and hear an insider’s guide to making adjudication work for you.

Security of Payment: Major New Reforms

Security of Payment issues are a major component of any construction lawyers practice. This update will leave you fully informed on the major new reforms to the area. Be prepared for the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2020.

Planning, Environment and Development Law Alert

Get the latest updates on critical new planning and environment legislation, key developments arising from the pandemic, and the important takeaways from the latest cases. Examine how development contributions, voluntary planning agreements and developer levies are being navigated right now while infrastructure is in the spotlight in NSW. Finally, get up to date on the latest developments with building standards, certifications and disputes.

Construction Disputes and Developments

2020 has been an unprecedented year for the construction sector. Keep up with developments in security of payment, COVID-19 relief, and liability in construction disputes. Plus, benefit from a practical guide to mediation and negotiation in the construction sector with a focus on remote video conferencing. Put your practice in a strong position moving forward.

Construction: Duties and Disputes

New legislation such as the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 and new ways of looking at the Home Building Act 1989 are the hot issues in construction law right now. This useful seminar brings together experts in the residential building field to provide a timely update to the issue of Work Orders vs Monetary Claims under the Home Building Act, including strategies for NCAT disputes and an in depth look at major changes to duties owed by builders, designers and others.

Construction Law: Unpacking Major Regulatory Reforms

The ACT Government has been overhauling the territory’s building regulatory regime. A consultation program commenced in 2016, with a report issued later that year. Since then, a series of legislative amendments have occurred, and more are proposed to occur in the future, all aimed at improving building quality within the ACT. Join a leading construction law expert as she works through the package of proposed reforms and the current status of implementation.

Legal Risks for Architects in Kick-Starting Development Projects Post COVID-19

As Victoria emerges from a tumultuous period there is predicted to be a large volume of projects restarted in a short period of time. Make sure you are across the legal issues that could impact these projects. Refresh yourself on the ins and outs of the planning system, dive into the major litigation issues for architects including combustible cladding, and hear firsthand from a barrister from the Lacrosse appeal. Be sure to bring your question to the expert panel Q&A

Recent Construction Cases

Join a specialist barrister as he analyses some recent construction cases from Australia and common law jurisdictions.

Construction Law Symposium

213N07: Your practice needs to keep up with rapid change in the construction industry. Come along to hear a carefully selected panel of speakers explore the latest developments, trends and changes in the building industry. Explore the latest cases and hear in depth presentations on major new developments in liability, security of payment, legislation, tendering, procurement, safety, bankruptcy, insolvency, long life warranties and more.

Building and Construction Legal Roundup

213V13: Hear the latest legal updates affecting the building sector and leave with improved practical skills and strategies. Get an insider’s perspective from the chair of the Building Appeals Board of Victoria plus gain an update on security of payment developments, tendering and procurement issues, an analysis of the latest construction cases and more.

Construction Law: Major Issues & Key Insights

213Q12: Gain the latest strategies you need to navigate the intricacies of construction contracts and overcome disputes over building products and insurance. In addition, explore key recent changes to security of payment and new building regulations. There’s a lot to keep up with. Don’t be caught out. Prepare ahead.

Building and Construction Legal Roundup 2021

213W15: In today’s ever shifting and demanding construction industry it’s critical to develop advanced legal and business strategies in order to effectively mitigate risk for your construction clients or your organisation. Gain useful information on variations to work scope, time bars, waiver, estoppel and termination for breach of essential terms. Hear a critical security of payment update plus keep pace with key structural developments shaping the sector.

Inaugural Architects Legal Symposium: Contracts and Client Agreements

213W26: As architects you often deal with contracts, construction & other issues that involve legal issues, but there are many legal risks that are often overlooked or misunderstood. Make sure you have the correct understanding of both the obvious and the hidden legal risks impacting architects. Be fully informed on the changes to the Construction Contracts Act. Fully know the obligations that arise from the AIA Client Architect Agreement and be prepared for any eventuality surrounding novation.

Construction Disputes and Litigation

It’s more important than ever to stay up to date with rapid changes with legal issues in the construction industry. Together with an expert panel, explore the most pressing developments, trends and changes in the building industry. Examine the latest cases and hear in-depth presentations on major new developments in cladding, security of payment, legislation, subcontractor insolvency, employment law and more. WEB216N24

Construction Contracts Masterclass

A masterclass not to be missed. Join contracts guru Jeffrey Goldberger as he delves into the major construction contract areas where disputes often arise such as tenders, bank guarantees, liquidated and general damages, termination and quantum meruit. Leave this masterclass, more knowledgeable and ready for any eventuality with highly refined skills in dissecting contractual issues. Tailored for the construction lawyer, this is the contracts masterclass you will not want to miss. 216N38

Build to Rent: The Legal Issues

Build to rent is the biggest thing in the development and leasing markets around Australia. Take away essential analysis from experts in planning, tax and development who will dissect the major legal issues so you can be fully abreast of them no matter where you practice. Dive into the planning contractual and commercial issues you need to be across. Explore the major tax considerations including GST, stamp duty where applicable, income tax and land tax. WEB216N30

Security of Payment Fundamentals

Grasp the fundamental matters of Security of Payments with this expert guide. Examine the key considerations when valuing construction works. Hone your adjudication response skills. Gain insights into expert evidence and the limitations of enforcing security of payments and challenging determinations. This program will equip you with the essential skills for success in any security of payment matter. WEB219N17

Building and Construction Update

Hear the latest legal updates affecting the building sector and leave with improved practical skills and strategies. Get clarity on the current thinking and application of the prevention principle and recent decisions in security of payments. In addition, learn how the new anti-phoenixing laws and other insolvency reforms have affected the construction industry. This morning session is packed with the latest developments that you can apply to your practice immediately. WEB219V01

NSW Construction Shutdown: Strategies for the Chaos & Legal Risks

Join an eminent barrister and a leading construction & infrastructure litigation lawyer as they break down what you need to know about the building and construction shutdown in NSW. Gain practical knowledge and strategies to deal with extensions of time, business interruption risks & liquidated damages issues. Examine contract rights, insurance claims & duty of compliance concerns with QR codes. This timely seminar will ensure that your clients or business succeeds in these times of uncertainty. WEB218N17

Security of Payment: Reforms and Best Practices

This Security of Payments intensive offers all the information, updates and strategies you need to navigate claims and disputes. Examine the significant reforms in WA, what’s changed, and what you need to do in the new regime. Then gain detailed guides to the key issues involved in security of payment claims that you need to get right. Delve into valuation, quantum, expert reports, preparing payment schedules & adjudication responses, enforcement, and challenging or setting aside determinations. 2111W01

Building & Construction: Disputes and Liability

The NSW construction watchdog is cracking down on defects, so if they come knocking, be ahead of the game by attending this comprehensive seminar. Join our carefully selected panel as they explore the latest updates to the Design & Building Practitioners Act 2020 and its impact on the industry. Successfully navigate insurance and indemnity issues in your construction contracts. Perfect your practice with termination of contracts, developments in construction claims and dispute resolution clauses. WEB2111N13

Security of Payment: Navigating a Claim

Gain knowledge in how to successfully navigate the Security of Payments Act with this expert guide. Examine the key considerations when valuing building and construction works. Sharpen your knowledge and skills through a case update and gain insights into expert evidence, the limitations of enforcing security of payments and challenging determinations. This program will equip you with the essential skills for success in any security of payment matter. WEB2111V03

Security of Payment: Navigating a Claim

Gain knowledge in how to successfully navigate the Security of Payments Act with this expert guide. Examine the key considerations when valuing building and construction works. Sharpen your adjudication response skills. Gain insights into expert evidence and the limitations of enforcing security of payments and challenging determinations. This program will equip you with the essential skills for success in any security of payment matter. 2111Q04

Construction Law Symposium

With construction industry under scrutiny, ensure you’re up to date. Join industry leaders as you are guided through the Design and Building Practitioners Act and building defect claims. Gain critical knowledge of essential construction contract terms including indemnities, extensions of time and minimising risk in your practice in uncertain times. Gain an understanding of lessons learnt since COVID-19, ethical issues and using experts and the requirement to build to the Contract for Sale. 223N05

Building and Construction Review 2022

Be prepared for the next wave of construction disputes by attending this comprehensive seminar. Gain critical knowledge on project and retention trust accounts, performance security and the latest in contract termination, delay and force majeure. Develop expertise to skilfully manage defective works claims and to effectively work with expert witnesses including sequential, memorial and hybrid arbitrations, as well as timing and scope considerations in joint reports. 223Q14

Building and Construction Disputes Intensive

Attend and catch the latest updates in important areas of construction disputes and leave with improved practical insights, skills and strategies. Gain insight into using Australian consumer law in domestic building cases, hear the latest decisions and receive practical tips on security of payments and performance securities, plus explore the latest in involving third parties in two-party claims. Gain your professional skills point with all you the need-to-know on prolongation and delay claims. 223V23

Building and Construction Law: Contracts and Disputes

This disputes-focused construction law program will have you mastering all the necessary information. Join a curated roundup of construction lawyers as they take you through the Security of Payment Act, liability, red flag risks in construction contracts, & key tips and tricks. Gain critical knowledge in managing the relationships between the superintendent, consultant, QS and lender. Attend and mitigate risk in your practice. 223W13

Construction Contract Masterclass

Back for the second year, join contracts guru Jeffrey Goldberger as he delves into the major construction contract areas where disputes often arise. Examine tenders, bank guarantees, liquidated & general damages, termination, and quantum meruit. Explore added topics including unconscionable conduct, the unfair contract term regime & all new case studies. Tailored for construction lawyers or in-house counsel, you’ll refine your skills with this contracts masterclass that you will not want to miss. WEB226N04

Building and Construction: Dispute Resolution Strategies

Arm yourself and your practice with the best strategies for successfully avoiding and handling construction disputes. Our expert panel will guide you through the latest critical cases and lessons learnt. Attend and master the tools necessary for risk allocation and risk management, contractor, and subcontractor Insolvency and see yourself armed and ready to determine the most appropriate resolution for construction disputes: Mediation, Adjudication, Litigation or Arbitration. WEB226N30

‘New’ Arbitration List in the County Court

Take this opportunity to hear the County Court of Victoria speak about its recently launched Arbitration List and be informed on how it will operate in practice. WEB227V55

Tendering and Procurement for Construction

Attend this comprehensive seminar and acquire critical skills in tendering and procurement. Leave with a concise understanding of collaborative procurement models, master key approaches to protect against supply chain issues both as a principal and contractor, the current regulatory environment, and the implications for tenderers. Leave with the strategies and tools required to mitigate the effects of price and product volatility. WEB229N07

Building and Construction Litigation Fundamentals

This must attend program will see you master the fundamentals of building and construction litigation and feel confident navigating the process from start to finish. Join an expert panel as they provide you with key tips and tricks for running a building case, briefing your expert witness and ensure that you get the most out of your barristers for better results. Don’t miss this opportunity to have your questions answered and to brush up on your skills and knowledge to ensure success. 229N08

Mastering Building and Construction Disputes

This half-day immersive workshop will enable you master the more technical elements of a building and construction dispute. Review practical scenarios, receive critical insights and learn how to approach a dispute involving an owner who sells who their home before or during a claim, or if they are not claiming diminution of the value of their asset. Gain perspective on whether a builder can sue a subcontractor for defective works and examine options for assessment of damages and duties of care. WEB229V06

Building & Construction Law in NSW: Updates, Reforms and Disputes

Following a string of building failures and the recent resignation of NSW Building Commissioner, the industry stands perplexed. Twelve months after the commencement of new design compliance requirements under the DBPA and the associated regulations, there is still uncertainty of ‘what’ the legislation means for existing buildings. Join the experts as they take a deep dive into the important changes, developments in construction disputes and what it all means for you. WEB2211N19Z

Mastering Property Project Agreements and Termination

This seminar will give you a comprehensive toolkit of how to master your agreements. You will learn about handy tips to employ and traps to avoid. You will amplify your knowledge of options agreements’ flexibilities, decipher vendor finance agreements and ensure that you are confident in times of uncertainty around contract breaches and terminations. WEB233Q09Z

Building and Construction Law Update

The construction industry is still anxiously awaiting the next wave of disputes to rear their head. Gain a strong legal understanding of the available approaches and remedies you can take if your next construction law matter starts showing risks and undoing’s. Ground yourself and your practice in a strong legal framework and ensure you are up to date with the latest knowledge across a range of construction law issues. 233W13

Building and Construction Law Roundup

Don’t miss your opportunity to catch the latest updates across the most important areas of construction law. Leave with an inventory of practical insights, skills, and strategies across VCAT, construction arbitration, security of payment, limitation of liability clauses and obtain an expert guide to using witnesses. Ready yourself and your practice for another year of potential disruption, increased costs, and distressed projects. 233V23

Construction Law Symposium

It’s been a tumultuous year for construction law. Manage your next construction matter through the uncertainty by arming yourself with the latest legislative updates and reforms, plus best practice advice by attending this extensive program. Benefit from critical information on proposed changes to building regulation and the latest cases. Walk away with an inventory of best practice tips across insolvency, negligence, SOPA, expert witness conduct, project management and plain English drafting. 233N20

Construction Law: Avoiding Risk and Conflicts

The current construction sector is brimming with potential risk and real conflicts. Gain the latest strategies you need to navigate the construction dispute maze and develop the skills to provide considered contractual responses when extreme events occur. In addition, explore limitation of liability clauses, expert determination and the prevention principle. There’s a lot to keep up with. Don’t be caught out. Prepare ahead. WEB233Q02Z

Repudiation of Construction Contracts

This intensive program will take a deep dive into the repudiation of a construction contract. Focus areas will include termination, renunciation, restitution, quantum meruit, unenforceable rights, examination of the Mann v Paterson Constructions Pty Ltd case, and so much more! WEB232N01Z

Subdivision Law Intensive

Rules and regulations surrounding the subdivision of land are becoming increasingly complex. Attend this practical intensive and receive your ultimate guide to the mechanics of a subdivision. You’ll conquer strata and community title issues, complex stratum subdivision and learn how to successfully navigate the CGT, GST and duty minefield. Take a deep dive into relevant case studies and walk away with practical tips and traps to avoid costly delays for you and your client. 236N07

Domestic Building Contracts Intensive

Attend and receive your ultimate guide to domestic building contracts in this unique intensive. You’ll work through standard forms and protecting the interests of owners, building professional liability, case law updates and making a claim. There are many different things that can go wrong during your client’s building projects. Misunderstandings between property owners and builders occur, Contractual disputes appear, or work doesn’t comply with building legislation. Be on top of it. WEB236V08Z

Mastering Subdivisions

This highly practical program will see you develop the practical skills and strategies needed to tackle the complex issues that arise in subdivision matters. You’ll learn how to navigate critical tax and duty issues when subdividing and partitioning land. Receive best practice tips and traps for navigating restrictive covenants, local council requirements and disputes when they arise. Attend and expertly handle your next subdivision from start to finish. WEB236V09Z

Easement Essentials Series

Enhance your skillset by going beyond the basics so you’re prepared for any easement matter that comes your way with attending this series. Designed with property & planning lawyers and conveyancers in mind, explore one of the most important easement cases you’ve ever heard of. Delve into the acquisition of property and key litigation issues and finally, work through practical strategies as to the drafting of instruments granting easements & covenants to avoid disputes. WEB237N02Z

Easements: The Most Important Easement Case You’ve Never Heard Of

Have you heard of this easement case? Know how to successfully obtain orders for easement? Join a captivating presentation by Sydney Jacobs as he delves into a significant but often overlooked easement case. Despite its age, this case is a need-to-know due to its a crucial reference in subsequent legal proceedings. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights into an obscure yet influential legal matter. WEB237N02AZ

Easements: Litigating Like a Person Possessed

Attend and unravel a compelling series of recent cases and walk away with insights into the acquisition of property interests. Delving into the realm of land ownership, these captivating cases shed light on situations where litigants have asserted their claims through adverse possession, long user, or prescription. Don’t miss this chance to Join Sydney Jacobs, as he guides you through these fascinating legal battles, examining the complexities and implications of property rights acquisition. WEB237N02BZ

Easements: True Construction: What Does it All Mean?

Don’t miss this instalment of the easement essential series with Sydney Jacobs where you’ll gain valuable insights into the rules governing their true construction. Receive practical suggestions as to the drafting of instruments that grant easements and covenants and equip yourself with practical knowledge to avoid disputes. WEB238N02CZ

Construction Law: Defects and Payment Claims

Building defects are more than just a safety hazard. They tarnish reputations and impose significant financial burdens on your clients. Don’t miss this in depth look at defect and payment claims. Consider the practicality of the NSW Government’s Project Remediate. Acquire the most recent information regarding building defects and dissect the most notable cases in 2023. Attend and leave feeling confident when engaging expert witnesses in your next construction dispute. WEB239N11Z

Unravelling Distress and Disputes in Construction Law

Construction disputes are on the rise in Victoria. A combination of factors, including a backlog in VCAT and a more robust approach by the ATO has led to an increase in contractor insolvency. Add to your inventory of practical tips and approaches for handling disputes when they arise. Work through the current state of play in VCAT and liability in construction disputes. Examine the impact of collapses in the domestic construction industry and what lessons can be learnt in this practical program. WEB239V06Z

Undertaking Commercial Construction Contracts in New Zealand: (Retention Money) Amendment Act

Do you engage in commercial construction contracts in New Zealand? Are you ready for the Construction Contracts (Retention Money) Amendment Act 2023 which comes into force on the 5 October 2023? With clear penalties for non-compliance, its vital that your construction contracts in New Zealand are up to scratch. Don’t miss this critical examination of key changes, new obligations, and suggested considerations under the new regime. Register now and ensure you avoid penalties. WEB239N30Z

Construction Contracts Masterclass

As supply chain issues, insolvencies and defects run rampant, are your construction contracts up to scratch? Join Keith Redenbach as he delves into the major construction contract areas where disputes often arise and the key clauses you need to be wary of. Examine common standard form contracts of today and receive a practical breakdown of the contractual and legislative provisions to include in your next construction contract. Safe proof your practice with this construction contract masterclass. 2311N31

Tax Treatment of Construction Contracts

Are you structuring your construction contracts correctly for tax purposes? Ignorance of tax laws is not an excuse for non-compliance. Taking shortcuts or making mistakes in the tax treatment of construction contracts could trigger audits, penalties, interest, and potential legal issues. Attend and safeguard you and your clients’ construction practice, ensure compliance, and optimise your tax position. WEB2311N13Z

Compulsory Land Acquisition Intensive

As the government pushes forward with its current development strategies, Victoria is set to undergo a monumental period of land and property acquisition. Are you prepared? Do you have the right tools and advice? Attend and master the art of Compulsory Land Acquisition advice & ensure fair compensation for your clients. Gain expert insights, practical advice, and the latest strategies to navigate the complexities of procedure, decisions, issues & accounting within compulsory acquisition matters. WEB2310V02Z

Strata Law: Unpacking Building Defect Claims and Research

Building defects are more than just a safety hazard. They tarnish reputations and impose significant financial burdens on strata communities and developments. Don’t miss this in depth look at building defect claims in 2023 and unpack the latest information in building defects research. With the question of blame bouncing between architects, engineers, certifiers, developers and builders you can’t afford to miss this detailed session examining likely claims. OND239N11Z1

Construction Law Symposium

A surge of more building defect claims are on the way so ensure you’re prepared to address the rising challenges! In the high-stakes world of construction disputes, effective management of expert witnesses can make or break your case. Uncover the strategies and skills need to orchestrate a winning legal strategy in your next construction matter. Examine the latest knowledge across Security of Payment, liabilities, contract termination & more, all while gaining your core CPD units! 243N20