Construction and Building Disputes

At Franklins Solicitors, we specialise in resolving construction and building disputes at every level. Acting for developers, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, we provide clear legal advice, robust representation, and practical solutions, helping you move projects forward with confidence.

Types of Construction Disputes We Handle

Our dispute resolution team advises across a wide range of residential, commercial, and mixed-use construction issues, including:

• Non-payment or delayed payment claims
• Disputes over variations to contract scope or specification
• Defective work and breach of contract claims
• Professional negligence by architects, engineers or surveyors
• Delay and disruption claims
• Extension of time disputes
• Final account disputes
• Termination of contracts
• Subcontractor and supply chain disagreements
• Misunderstandings involving design-and-build or JCT contracts

We act swiftly to de-escalate matters, enforce your rights, and prevent further loss, particularly where tight deadlines, project funding, or reputational impact are involved.

Who We Act For

Franklins represents all parties involved in construction and property development, including:

• Developers and Employers – protecting investment and ensuring contractual obligations are met
• Main Contractors and Subcontractors – securing payments, defending claims, and resolving site-based disputes
• Suppliers and Consultants – enforcing delivery obligations and challenging defective specification claims
• Private Individuals and Residential Clients – resolving issues with extensions, conversions, and custom builds

We work across all contract types, including standard form contracts (JCT, NEC) and informal or bespoke agreements.

Resolving Construction Disputes Effectively

We offer a full range of resolution methods, tailored to your needs:

Pre-Action Guidance and Strategy

We assess the contractual position and provide early advice to help avoid costly litigation or escalation.

Adjudication

Often the first port of call in construction disputes, adjudication is a fast-track process with decisions usually issued within 28 days. We are experienced in preparing, defending, and enforcing adjudication decisions, often within extremely tight timeframes.

Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Where relationships can be preserved, mediation offers a cost-effective and confidential forum for reaching a negotiated outcome.

Construction and Technology Court (TCC)

For complex or high-value disputes, we represent clients in formal litigation, including urgent injunctions and High Court proceedings. 

Expert Evidence and Technical Reports

We collaborate with independent surveyors, engineers, and quantity surveyors to support or challenge expert evidence and establish the facts.

Why Choose Franklins Solicitors?

• Extensive experience handling all levels of construction disputes
• Clear, commercially grounded advice that prioritises resolution
• Fast response and proactive case management
• Strong representation in adjudication, mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings
• Trusted by businesses, professionals, and private clients across the region

We know that construction disputes are often time-sensitive. That’s why we focus on efficient, practical action that gets results.

Contact Our Construction Disputes Team Today

If your building project has gone off track, or you’re facing a claim, speak to our experienced legal team. We’ll act quickly to protect your position, advise on your rights and obligations and help you secure the best possible outcome.

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