Joe Addlestone
Director
Construction Litigation
Construction & engineering disputes
We are expert dispute resolution solicitors for the construction and engineering industry. Whether you are a contractor, architect, subcontractor, developer, engineer or consultant, our solicitors and support teams provide strategic and commercially-focused advice to help navigate disputes effectively.
Specialist payment and debt recovery solicitors¶
As a team of specialist debt-recovery solicitors, we know all too well that late - or non-payment - is a common issue in the construction sector. We assist clients in recovering outstanding payments through:
- Statutory payment notices and pay less notices
- Negotiated settlements
- Adjudication
- Enforcement of adjudicator’s decisions (via a “Part 8 Claim”)
- Court proceedings
Our goal is always to secure payment as efficiently as possible, while preserving commercial relationships. We understand that within specific sectors, swift and efficient payment is essential to smooth running operations, so we're here to help.
Expert dispute resolution and litigation solicitors ¶
Disputes can arise at any stage of a construction project. We provide expert advice on dispute avoidance and resolution through mediation, adjudication and arbitration.
Our experience includes:
- Defects and quality disputes
- Delay and disruption claims
- Final account and valuation disputes
- Negligence claims
- Contract termination issues
We act on disputes arising under commonly used construction contracts, including:
- JCT and NEC contracts
- Subcontractor agreements
- Professional appointments
- Collateral warranties
- Framework and partnering agreements
- Supply chain agreements
Before pursuing formal legal action, parties often engage in mediation or without prejudice meetings to explore settlement options. We assist clients in preparing for and navigating these processes to achieve favourable outcomes and avoid litigation.
Where necessary, we represent clients in the County Court, High Court, and Technology and Construction Court (TCC).
Our goal is always to secure payment as efficiently as possible, while preserving commercial relationships.
Enforcement and Insolvency Support ¶
Our debt recovery solicitors support clients in enforcing judgments, recovering debts, and managing insolvency-related risks. Our services include:
- Enforcing adjudication and court decisions
- Statutory demands and winding-up petitions
- Advising on insolvency risks within the supply chain.
What our clients say
Why Choose Harwood & Co? ¶
Making the right choice when seeking legal advice or support is important. Our dispute resolution solicitors and their teams are expertly placed to help with a variety of complex disputes in these industries. Here's just some of the reasons our clients choose us: ¶
- Construction law specialists - we have extensive experience in the construction sector, advising on dispute resolution and enforcement matters.
- Commercially focused approach - our advice is practical, strategic, and cost-effective.
- Proven track record - we have successfully represented clients in complex disputes and enforcement actions.
- Client-centric service - we prioritise transparency, communication, and tailored legal support to meet each client’s unique needs.
CONSTRUCTION LITIGATION
FAQs ¶
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