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Providing legal help on a wide range
of construction-related matters

Our team at FH&P Lawyers provides legal help on a wide range of construction-related matters from design development to tendering and resolution of any disputes. We are trusted advisors of contractors, project managers, engineers and developers, and can assist throughout every step of the construction process. We have quick turnarounds on construction-related issues including Builders Liens and handle complex disputes effectively, offering clients custom solutions to lessen the burden arising from legal conflicts.


Construction Disputes

FH&P Lawyers Construction Law Team provides assistance when issues arise in both residential and commercial construction.

Are you a homeowner who is facing cost over-runs or delays in the build of your home? Or a subcontractor who has not been paid or is faced with a deficiency claim or charge back? Or are you a general contractor who needs to clear title of a builders lien? Our Construction Law Team provides timely, practical and cost-effective representation with respect to all construction disputes. We are experienced lawyers who excel in resolving legal conflicts through negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration or court proceedings.

We also provide assistance interpreting contracts and recommending next steps and a resolution plan.


Construction Contracts

FH&P Lawyers Construction Law Team provides valuable assistance to homeowners, builders, and subcontractors.

Have you bought a building lot and are looking to hire a builder? Our Team can advise you on the terms that should be in the contract you are presented with.

We also provide residential and commercial build contracts for contractors and trades.

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Construction Litigation Kelowna

Report on the Builders Lien Act

A 2020 document published by the BCLI Builders Lien Act Reform Project Committee called the “Report on the Builders Lien Act” has submitted 86 suggestions for the reform of the Builders Lien Act which could revolutionize the world of construction litigation.

Construction Litigation Kelowna

Valard Construction Ltd. V. Bird Construction Co

2018 Supreme Court decision in Valard Construction Ltd. V. Bird Construction Co, held that contractors of whom are also a trustee under a payment bond are obligated to inform sub-contractors about the payment bond applicable to a project.

Construction Law Lawyers

Clay Williams
Partner
Darren Kautz
Partner
Dan Shea
Associate Counsel
Brian Coen
Associate
Kevin Cheung
Associate
Shane Gardner
Associate
David Horvath
Associate
Brett McClelland
Associate

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Construction Law

Construction Law in BC: How Tariffs, Contracts, and Costs Impact Construction Projects

March 11, 2025 Stay informed on Construction Law in BC with FH&P Lawyers. Learn how tariffs, contract risks, cost disputes, and communication strategies impact homeowners and contractors to avoid unexpected legal and…

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Get to know Shane Gardner - Sword for Hire

May 09, 2024 Featuring Clay Williams and Shane Gardner from FH&P Lawyers, this podcast discusses Shane's role as an associate specializing in construction litigation. Shane shares his background in construction, his…

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