Adjudication

Adjudications are our bread and butter. For better or worse, it’s the industry’s go-to dispute resolution forum. While adjudication has its flaws – believe us, we know – it can be a quick and cost-efficient route to unlock a dispute. And like it or not, if you’ve got a construction contract, you’re stuck with it anyway.

We are used to referring and responding to adjudications of all shapes and sizes. We have the capacity to advise and turn round submissions in short order, and we know the right people to help when experts are needed.

Adjudication is the construction industry’s go-to dispute resolution forum. While adjudication has its flaws, it can be a quick and cost-efficient route to unlock a dispute. And like it or not, if you’ve got a construction contract, you’re stuck with it anyway.
We are used to referring and responding to adjudications of all shapes and sizes. We have the capacity to advise and turn round submissions in short order, and we know the right people to help when experts are needed.

Every year we handle around 100 adjudications across the firm, and are one of the top users of the RICS’s adjudicator nomination service. Many adjudications concern discrete or procedural issues – including smash and grabs – although kitchen sink valuation disputes, negligence claims, and other more unusual issues still make up a large amount of our workload. To give a flavour, you can consider some of our previous adjudication case studies. We also give training on adjudication and what to look out for. But there is no substitute for talking things through – so if you’ve got an adjudication in mind, are expecting to be on the receiving end, or just want to talk through a problem, please get in touch.

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Litigation

Despite the widespread use of adjudication, we remain construction litigators at heart. Court action will always be required in some cases, from simple debt recovery, to adjudication enforcement…

Arbitration

Arbitration is increasingly common in construction contracts. It is an alternative to court-based litigation, offering the same final determination but with the apparent advantages of privacy…

ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution)

Despite its terrible name, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) works. From bog-standard mediation to bespoke solutions, there are many ways to solve disputes without resorting to issuing a court claim…

Development

If you’re carrying out any construction works you need well-drafted and pragmatic contracts in place. Not only do these contracts protect your own interests but they future proof…

Real Estate Finance

No matter what the value of development finance, it is essential that as lender you are protected. This means getting the same contractual protection as the borrower and additional security…

Contract Support

We know that many contractors and sub-contractors don’t have the luxury of in-house legal resource to deal with all contractual queries and documentation. We can fill the gap and offer specialist input…

Solicitor support

We’re specialist construction solicitors – and that’s all we do. We know there are others out there who are specialists in their fields and don’t touch construction law. We can fill that void…

Public Sector

We don’t just act for private sector organisations – a lot of our client base is either a public body or a wholly owned subsidiary of one. As such we know what issues impact the public sector and are able to advise…

I have been working with Ruth and the Team for a number of years on various complex issues. They always go the extra mile to understand the commercial reality of situations providing detailed and well thought out guidance and legal advice every time. They are an invaluable support service when required and it is clear that they genuinely care about providing the best service possible to our business.

Daniel Maguire

Commercial Director – Rail & Infrastructure Division | VolkerFitzpatrick

Rory and the team at Archor provide HUB with an excellent service across our whole living portfolio. They are very responsive, knowledgeable, trusted and have built lasting relationships with the whole HUB team.

Damien Sharkey

Managing Director |. Hub Residential

I use Archor because it’s a one stop shop, I get made to feel important and like I’m a priority. They work quickly and allow me to get on with other things, and I trust their judgement and advice implicitly.

I don’t think I’ve ever had to chase you them on a legal matter, it’s normally the other way around which is another reason why I wouldn’t take our business elsewhere – I very much feel like we are a team working towards the same outcome.

Luke Harris

Construction Director | Frontier Estates

Oli and his team always seem to be able to grasp the situation you find yourself in. Even though we have a huge head start with regards the contract and issues we are facing, they are able to get up to speed quickly and then formulate a strategy that leads to a successful conclusion.

John Henry

Director | John Henry Group

It’s always a pleasure working with the team at Archor. They are proactive, diligent and happy to offer genuine, practical advice.

Alex Hall

Director | Common Projects

I find Rory to be very approachable, with a can-do attitude. Which combined with his attention to detail, understanding of the potential risks and practical approach makes him a very valued and respected member of our consultant team.

Spencer Burrell

Director | Big Sky Living

Adam was an excellent all around. Disputes can often be stressful so it is incredibly helpful to have someone who can cut through the fog to deliver clear and concise advice that was still meticulous. He was always quick to respond when needed and was great at balancing the legal position against the reality of a commercial
environment

Aslan Ryskali

Director | MBIL Developments

‘We work with Archor for our legal matters as we find their professional, down to earth, flexible, relationship lead approach adds additional value beyond the standard legal advice you would achieve with others. We have great long-term relationships at various levels and the results we have achieved with Archor’s help have been fantastic’

Mark Burrows

Regional Commercial Director | Breheny Civil Engineering