Dispute Resolution
We regularly provide services to clients to assist them in the resolution of contractual and commercial disputes on construction projects.
Typically, we will review the circumstances surrounding a particular problem to provide our client with an independent objective analysis of the circumstances behind the dispute, our views on responsibility, on how the dispute should be taken forward to resolution, and on the likely commercial outcome.
Commercial negotiation is usually the best way forward and we represent out clients in discussion with third parties to explain clearly where responsibility lies, and how the matter should best be resolved.
In the event of a formal dispute materialising, we work alongside solicitors on adjudication, arbitration and litigation proceedings, providing technical advice, co-ordination and a commercial perspective.
Residential Development, Paddington
The circa £100m Project involved the construction of private residential apartment blocks of up to 10 storeys over a two storey basement carpark extending across much of the site. It also involved the design and construction of 3 large nurses homes.
After the principal developer went into receivership, and the main contractor pulled off site and determined the building contract, Anser’s directors were brought in to recover the project. Over a period of many months, the precise financial and technical status of the project was established, design work was re-commenced and a new contractor was procured. At the same time all necessary contracts were put in place.
Once arrangements were in hand to complete the project, we acted as project manager and contract administrator. We also provided support in legal actions against the original developer and contractor.