Legal experts in all building and construction matters

Be across the building contract you are signing

Practical advice with a forward thinking approach

Ensure your project goes smoothly

Building projects are complex and expensive. one legal mistep can cost you everything.

Building a new house or renovating your existing house is no doubt exciting and one of the biggest expenses you will incur. Whether as a builder or an owner/proprietor, there are a number of issues that can arise when building. It can be quite overwhelming on top of the high costs. It is important that you speak to an expert in the field so you are protected. Overlooking the legal side of construction can be costly and stressful and ruin the process.

At KSD Law, we explain what you are signing up to in layman terms and make sure that you are aware how to reduce risks and get the best contractual terms.

HOw ksd law can help you

Negotiate your building contract

We negotiate your building contract to get you the best terms and manage your risks. We explain your contractual rights and obligations in layman terms.

Ensure you get paid on time

For builders, contractors or subcontractors, we ensure that you are aware of your rights to be paid on time. We can help with drafting payment claims or payment schedules under the Security of Payment legislation.

Resolve building defects

We help you navigate the process of fixing defects and making sure you know your rights when it comes to rectification works. We can assist with inspection of the building works. We can also help with Domestic Building Dispute Resolution Victoria (DBDRV) claims or VCAT claims.

With KSD LAW, you will get:

  • A call within 24 hours of contacting us to discuss your legal needs and let you know the next steps

  • We take the time to understand your business and situation

  • A clear scope of work involved in your circumstances with an accurate fee estimate

  • We manage all the legal work on your behalf

Overlooking the legal side of building and construction can be costly and stressful.

Let us help you manage your risk, so you can enjoy the journey.

WHO WE ARE

KSD Law is a boutique law firm based in Melbourne, specialising in building and construction law. Our team of experienced construction law specialists has extensive expertise in advising on a wide range of residential, commercial, and government projects from start to finish.

We understand that it’s easier to have one lawyer managing all your legal affairs. Our team also specialises in advising small to medium sized businesses on commercial law and other legal matters.

At KSD Law, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality and tailored legal advice that addresses the unique needs of each client. Our practical and forward-thinking approach ensures that we not only solve immediate legal challenges but also help you anticipate future risks and opportunities.

Whether you are embarking on a new project, navigating complex contracts or managing disputes, KSD Law is here to support you every step of the way.

Building and construction

We act for homeowners, property developers, residential and commercial builders, civil contractors, subcontractors and consultants including engineers, building surveyors and architects.

Commercial and property

We take the time to fully understand your business and its unique needs from the outset. Our goal is to provide tailored legal advice while protecting your business interests.

disputes and litigation

We can assist you in managing disputes arising in the building and construction sphere or commercial space.