Sydney’s Leading Building & Construction Lawyers
Expert Legal Services in Building and Construction Law
At ZBA Lawyers, we specialise in providing comprehensive legal solutions in the field of building and construction law. Our experienced team offers tailored advice and representation across various aspects of construction projects, ensuring compliance and successful outcomes.
Our Areas of Expertise Include
Our team has extensive experience handling projects ranging from residential renovations to large-scale developments, including subdivisions, strata schemes, highways, schools, factories, and agricultural facilities.
Building and Construction Contracts: Drafting and reviewing contracts to safeguard your interests.
Planning: Navigating planning regulations to facilitate project approvals.
Project Due Diligence: Conducting thorough assessments to identify potential risks and opportunities.
Contract Administration: Managing contractual obligations throughout the project lifecycle.
Dispute Resolution: Resolving conflicts efficiently through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
Progress Claims: Assisting with the preparation and assessment of payment claims.
Variations, Latent Conditions, Extensions of Time, and Liquidated Damages Claims: Addressing unforeseen changes and delays to minimise financial impact.
Comprehensive Legal Support for Construction Projects
We regularly assist clients with:
Tender Documentation: Preparing and evaluating tender documents to ensure clarity and compliance.
Bespoke Contract Drafting: Creating customised contracts tailored to specific project requirements.
Amendments to Standard Contracts: Modifying Australian Standard, MBA, HIA, GC, and other industry contracts to align with client needs.
Our decades of experience encompass a deep understanding of key legislation, including:
Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW)
Home Building Act 1989 (NSW)
Strata Schemes Management Act 1996 (NSW)
Real Property Act 1900 (NSW)
Conveyancing Act 1919 (NSW)
We also handle professional negligence claims involving architects, engineers, and other consultants.
Security of Payment (SOPA) Expertise
Ziv Ben-Arie and his team have more than a decade in experience in dealing with the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act NSW 1999. In particular, last minute claims and adjudication applications or responses.
Our team has not only the legal but also technical know-how in responding to claims effectively and have a high success rate in either succeeding in making claims or defending them. With several supreme court judgements in this specialised area for over more than 12 years, our team is available at any time to assist you with claims ranging from $1,000 to more than $25,000,000.
Our network of experts, barristers as well as our association with various nominating authorities places us in good stead to assist you in any security of payments (SOPA) claims across Australia.
Ziv Ben-Arie
Ziv Ben-Arie, principal of ZBA Lawyers, brings over 20 years of experience in property, construction, and commercial law. He advises individuals and businesses across residential, strata, commercial, and industrial matters covering all development stages.
His expertise spans SOPA claims, debt recovery, shareholder disputes, caveats, easements, contamination, and strata issues. Ziv also provides specialist advice in building and construction, risk allocation, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution, with a strong focus on practical, commercially minded outcomes.
Ben Salon
Based in Sydney and practicing at ZBA Lawyers, I act and advise on the planning and environment law aspects of development projects across NSW including houses, semis, dual-occupancies, residential flat buildings, housing for seniors, boarding houses and heritage properties.
Justin K. Rickard
Justin Rickard has practised exclusively in Australian migration law for close to four decades. He works with individuals, families, and employers to navigate the visa system, offering clear pathways through an often complex process.
His practice covers family migration, skilled worker programs, employer sponsorships, and the resolution of complex visa or residency matters. Justin is known for his ability to cut through uncertainty with practical strategies and straightforward advice. Based in regional New South Wales, he also partners with local employers and communities seeking skilled migrants, supporting growth and long-term settlement outcomes.
Get in touch
For personalised assistance with your building and construction legal needs, reach out to ZBA Lawyers. Our team is committed to delivering practical, efficient, and effective legal solutions to support your project’s success.