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Strategic Security of Payment Advice
Cash flow is critical in construction projects. We assist builders, contractors and subcontractors in preparing and responding to security of payment claims to ensure payment rights are protected and disputes are resolved efficiently.
Our focus is on providing clear, strategic advice to enforce payment entitlements while minimising disruption to ongoing construction projects.
Security Of Payment Claims
Strategic expertise. Protecting construction payment rights.
Payment Claims & Payment Schedules
Security of payment legislation provides a fast-track statutory process for recovering unpaid construction debts and maintaining cash flow across construction projects.
We assist clients in preparing compliant payment claims and responding to payment schedules to ensure their legal rights are properly preserved.
Our team advises on structuring claims, reviewing contractual entitlements and ensuring compliance with strict statutory timeframes under security of payment legislation.
Enforcing Payment Rights
Successful adjudication determinations often require enforcement to recover outstanding payments owed under construction contracts.
We assist clients in enforcing adjudication determinations and recovering unpaid amounts through the courts where necessary.
Our team provides strategic advice on enforcing statutory payment rights while protecting ongoing commercial relationships and project interests.
Adjudication Applications
Where payment disputes arise, adjudication provides a rapid and effective method for resolving construction payment claims without the need for lengthy litigation.
We assist clients with:
• Preparing adjudication applications
• Responding to adjudication claims
• Managing supporting evidence and documentation
• Strategic advice throughout the adjudication process
Our focus is on presenting clear and well-supported submissions to maximise the prospects of a successful adjudication outcome.
Responding to Payment Claims
Developers, contractors and project principals may receive payment claims that require careful legal review and timely response.
We provide advice on:
• Preparing valid payment schedules
• Responding to adjudication applications
• Managing disputed construction claims
• Protecting contractual and financial interests
Early legal advice can help ensure compliance with statutory deadlines and reduce exposure to adverse adjudication outcomes.
Who We Act For
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Builders & Head Contractors
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Subcontractors & Trade Contractors
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Property Developers
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Project Managers & Construction Consultants
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Construction Businesses
Frequently Asked Questions
1 / What is a security of payment claim?
A security of payment claim is a statutory process that allows contractors and subcontractors to recover unpaid construction debts through a fast-track adjudication procedure.
2 / How quickly can a payment claim be enforced?
Security of payment legislation is designed to resolve disputes quickly, with adjudication determinations often issued within a matter of weeks.
3 / What happens if a payment claim is ignored?
If a payment schedule is not provided within the required timeframe, the respondent may lose the right to dispute the claim in adjudication.
4 / Can developers respond to payment claims?
Yes. Developers and contractors can issue payment schedules and respond to adjudication applications to challenge disputed claims.
5 / Do you assist with adjudication proceedings?
Yes. We assist clients in preparing adjudication applications, responding to claims and enforcing adjudication determinations where required.
Get in Touch
We understand that legal issues can be extremely time sensitive, and delays can put your case at risk.
We'll ensure a lawyer will get back to you within 24 hours, if not sooner.
For even faster response time, call us now:
03 9111 9908