At LPP Law, we advise and represent clients in construction dispute resolution across multiple forums, including arbitration, court litigation, and statutory adjudication under the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act 2012 (CIPAA).
Construction Dispute Resolution
Our Construction team has been ranked as a Notable Firm in the Construction category by Benchmark Litigation since 2022, recognising our consistent performance and commitment to serving the construction industry.
Your Legal Partner in Construction Disputes At LPP
We act for stakeholders across the entire construction chain — from developers and main contractors to subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers. This breadth of experience enables us to provide clients with comprehensive advice, both strategically and legally, tailored to the practical realities of construction projects and the complexities of dispute resolution.
At every stage, we work closely with our clients to resolve disputes efficiently and strategically, always with a focus on protecting their commercial and legal interests.
Our Services:
CIPAA Adjudication
Advising and representing clients in adjudication proceedings under the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act 2012 (CIPAA).
Construction Arbitration and Litigation
Acting for clients in arbitration and court proceedings involving a wide range of construction disputes, including claims relating to payment, defects, delays, variations, extensions of time, and termination.
Enforcement and Challenge of Adjudication, Arbitration, and Court Awards
Advising on and handling applications to enforce or challenge adjudication decisions, arbitral awards, and Court judgment arising from construction disputes.
Negotiation and Settlement Advisory
Assisting clients in the negotiation and settlement of construction disputes, with a view towards achieving cost-effective and commercially sensible outcomes.
Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Representing and advising clients in mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution aimed at early and amicable settlement of construction disputes.
Key Case Highlights:
- Defended a major property developer against a multi-million-ringgit adjudication claim, successfully reducing the amount claimed by over 70%.
- Represented an infrastructure consortium in arbitration proceedings involving delay and disruption claims exceeding RM30 million, securing a favorable settlement.
- Acted for a subcontractor in a CIPAA claim, obtaining full recovery of outstanding sums, including interest and costs, within 90 days.
- Advised an international engineering firm in High Court proceedings over defective works and professional negligence, achieving a negotiated settlement.
- Represented a subcontractor in simultaneous adjudication and arbitration proceedings involving complex extension of time (EOT) and loss and expense (L& E) claims, leading to a strategic resolution.