Our Construction lawyers routinely act in several construction disputes and have provided advice on many large property development disputes.
We understand the construction industry and have a depth of experience in resolving complex disputes.
Our lawyers are not construction contract lawyers. We don’t draft the contracts. Rather, we act for those in disputes in the pursuit of the resolution, which often comes in the form of payment.
We routinely act for builders and other trades, developers, security holders, property owners, and property companies.
We often enforce our clients’ rights under the Construction Contract Act.
At Norling Law, our experts have an in-depth understanding of the Building Act, Construction Contracts Act, Arbitration Act, and the Building Code.
Where necessary, we work with various leading expert witnesses in the construction industry, including building surveyors, Council liability experts, structural, façade, fire, acoustic, and geotechnical engineers, quantity surveyors, programming experts, and valuation experts.
Our expertise and knowledge of the industry give our clients are leading-edge when resolving disputes.
The Construction Contracts Act adjudication process provides a relatively quick method of resolving construction contract disputes.
Whether acting for property owners or contractors we understand the impact of presenting quality evidence and legal submissions to support the adjudication claim or response.
We ensure that our clients obtain the best result by putting their best foot forward in this process.
Arbitration is a popular dispute resolution alternative to the Court process. It provides more confidentiality than Court proceedings. These takes less time, and enables the parties to choose an arbitrator with specialist expertise.
We are familiar with the arbitration process and navigate this process with a high standard of advocacy.
Please refer to our People for more information on who we are, our experience and how we can help you.
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At Norling Law, we specialise in resolving a wide range of disputes. Our expertise covers commercial litigation, insolvency and restructuring, debt recovery, shareholder disputes, construction disputes, joint venture disputes, property disputes, contractual disagreements, and tax debt matters. We tailor our advice and solutions to suit the specific circumstances and goals of each client.
Norling Law has significant experience managing litigation cases throughout New Zealand’s court system. Our lawyers routinely advocate for clients in the High Court, Court of Appeal, Supreme Court, District Court, Building Disputes Tribunal, other tribunals, mediation, and arbitration. Our team’s capability has been recognised at the New Zealand Law Awards, demonstrating our proven track record of achieving strong outcomes for clients involved in complex disputes.
During your free initial consultation, we will take the time to understand your situation, review key facts, and identify potential solutions. Our aim is to provide you with clear, practical guidance on your options so you can make informed decisions about your next steps.
We take a strategic and commercially-focused approach to debt recovery. Depending on the circumstances, we may engage in negotiation, issue formal demands, initiate court proceedings, or pursue enforcement measures such as charging orders, security enforcement, liquidation, or bankruptcy with the goal of securing prompt and effective recovery of outstanding debts.
If you are facing a shareholder dispute, it is important to seek legal advice early. We assist by analysing the dispute, advising you on your rights and obligations, and working to resolve the matter through negotiation, mediation, or litigation where necessary, always seeking to protect your interests and minimise business disruption.
Our team has achieved strong outcomes in a wide range of commercial contract disputes. While each case is unique, our depth of experience and strategic approach consistently deliver favourable outcomes for our clients.
We provide targeted advice to resolve construction disputes in an efficient and cost-effective way. Whether dealing with contract breaches, payment claims, variations, or defective works, we focus on protecting our clients’ commercial interests while seeking pragmatic resolutions wherever possible.
Yes. We have extensive experience assisting clients facing tax debt issues with Inland Revenue (IRD). We provide clear advice on negotiating settlements, structuring payment arrangements, challenging assessments, and managing enforcement action, always aiming to minimise both financial exposure and legal risk.
We pride ourselves on our specialist expertise, practical approach, and strong client focus. Our recognition at the New Zealand Law Awards, positive client testimonials, and experience at the courts reflects our consistent ability to resolve complex legal disputes while delivering clear, commercially-driven advice.
Booking a consultation is straightforward. You can contact us by phone, email, or through the enquiry form on our website. Our team will promptly arrange a suitable time for your free initial consultation to discuss your matter.
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