Our Sydney lawyers handle a wide range of contract disputes, including those relating to:

• Supplier contracts;

• Service agreements;

• Construction contracts;

• Terms of trade;

• Terms and conditions;

• Shareholder agreements;

• Property contracts (including those related to the purchase and sale of residential premises or businesses);

• Lease agreements (including both residential and commercial);

• Finance agreements;

• Loan agreements and guarantees.

We are equipped to address any issues arising under any contractual document.

To effectively resolve a breach of contract, it's crucial to get expert legal advice from our experienced team of lawyers as soon as possible. Our lawyers will conduct a thorough contract analysis to understand the extent of the breach and its implications on your rights under the contract. We will then proceed to strategically negotiating a resolution that best fits your requirements to avoid lengthy litigation. If the matter proceeds to Court then we are well equipped to act for you and secure your best interests at every step.

If you're involved in a shareholder dispute, it's important to seek legal advice early to understand your rights and options. As a first step, you should consult the shareholder agreement to determine how it deals with the particular dispute you are facing. Our team specialises in resolving shareholder disputes by analysing the terms of your agreement, negotiating settlements and representing your interests in legal proceedings if necessary.

Our firm has significant experience in the construction industry across various projects varying in size and value. Our lawyers will take steps to understand the nature of the dispute, review the construction contract to identify potential issues and develop a tailored strategy to resolve the dispute or represent you in Court where necessary. Unlike other law firms, we make ourselves available for site visits where necessary, allowing for a more thorough understanding of your dispute.

To avoid future contract disputes, it is essential to have clear, well-drafted agreements and to seek legal advice before entering into any contracts. Our team is available to provide you with assistance in drafting contracts as well as reviewing and updating any of your pre-existing agreements to ensure that they have been drafted clearly and with precision.

The process for negotiating a contract dispute varies from case to case. Some disputes can be negotiated informally between the parties with the assistance of their lawyers, whilst others may require a more formal process such as a mediation. Our lawyers will work with you to develop a negotiation strategy aimed at resolving the dispute efficiently, potentially avoiding the need for Court proceedings.

The time it takes to resolve a contract dispute varies depending on the complexity of the case and the willingness of the parties to negotiate. Our team strives to resolve disputes as swiftly as possible through negotiation or, if necessary, through Court proceedings.

Common causes of contract disputes include:

• Parties who do not conduct themselves in accordance with the terms of the contract;

• Terms which have not been drafted with clarity causing confusion amongst the parties;

• Conflicting interpretations of contractual clauses because of a lack of precision when drafting contracts;

• Failure to perform contractual obligations;

• Disagreements over contract amendments, extensions and variations.

Settling a contract dispute out of Court can save time, reduce legal costs and preserve business relationships. It often results in a more flexible solution that meets both parties' needs rather than leaving it up to the Court to decide what works for both parties.

If a contract dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation or alternative dispute resolution methods, the next step usually involves formal litigation. Our team will represent you in Court, ensuring that your case is presented clearly, effectively and in the strongest way possible.