Dispute Resolution
Under the heading of general dispute resolution, BFM provides the following services:
Claims
Ascertainment of entitlement and development of strategy for recovery of amounts due;
Preparation of claims for time and / or money, to the high standard required for dispute resolution proceedings;
Delay analysis, for the purpose of extension of time claims or in support of loss and expense / damages claims;
Formulation of defences against claims;
General advice throughout the life of a contract on the appropriate notices to issue / records to keep in anticipation of potential claims (for or against).
Representation / Advocacy
Negotiation of entitlements / claims through to settlement;
Adjudication – advice and full representation in all matters;
Arbitration – advice and full representation in all matters;
Mediation – advice and full representation in all matters.
Contracts including Bonds, Warranties and Guarantees
Vetting of proposed contracts and other contract documents and their negotiation;
Drafting of contracts / subcontracts;
Specific advice on interpretation of contract / subcontract provisions;
General advice on construction contracts.