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Construction Lawyer and Building Contract Solicitor in Hobart, Tasmania

  • Building Contract Lawyers
  • Construction Lawyer in Hobart
  • Building Dispute Lawyers
  • Building and Construction Disputes
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Construction Lawyer and Building Contract Solicitor in Hobart, Tasmania

  • Building Contract Lawyers
  • Construction Lawyer in Hobart
  • Building Dispute Lawyers (CBOS, TASCAT, and Court)
  • Security of Payment and Debt Recovery
  • Building and Construction Disputes
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Why Choose Construction Lawyer Hobart?

We are a team of Hobart construction lawyers with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Hobart. We specialise in construction law, construction contracts, debt recovery, Security of Payment, building disputes, strata, litigation.

Our clients include small builders, homeowners, contractors, strata, and other stakeholders in the construction industry. 

The firm was founded more than 10 years ago by Principal Lawyer John Dela Cruz, who leads a team whose expertise in building contract review, building contract disputes, construction disputes, Security of Payment, debt recovery, and contract termination, has led the firm to be considered as one of the best construction lawyers in Hobart.

We work fast, we charge small firm fees, and we work diligently to secure a favorable outcome for our clients.

Construction Lawyer Hobart Services

Construction Contracts

  • Contract Drafting
  • Contract Review & Advice
  • Contract Administration
  • Legal Advice

Debt Recovery and Security of Payment

  • Payment Claim
  • Payment Schedule
  • Debt Recovery
  • Adjudication and Court Litigation

Building Dispute Resolution

  • Construction Disputes (Court)
  • Legal Advice and Representation
  • Breach of Contract (Defects, Variations, Delay)
  • Termination of Contract

Our Clients​

Home Owners

  • Building Contract Review
  • Legal Advice
  • Building Contract Disputes
  • Court Litigation

Contractors

  • Security of Payment
  • Debt Recovery
  • Legal Advice
  • Contract Drafting
  • Contracts Advice

Builders

  • Contract Drafting
  • Legal Advice
  • Building Disputes

Why Choose Construction Lawyer Hobart as Your Building and Construction Lawyers

Construction Lawyer Hobart
  • You work directly with the Principal Lawyer
  • Specialist building and construction lawyers
  • Responsive
  • Fixed-fee, small firm rates
  • Main clients are homeowners and small builders
  • Well-connected
  • Result driven
  • Quick turnaround, efficient
Other Law Firms
  • Your work with junior associates
  • Mostly general practitioners
  • Less responsive
  • Costly
  • Choose bigger clients and bigger cases

Why Hobart Homeowners, Small Builders, and Contractors choose Construction Lawyer Hobart

We give legal advice that is practical, actionable, and reasonable.

We help you make informed decisions by making sure you thoroughly understand your contract and your risks.

We specialise in Construction Law, and have the expertise to guide you through every stage of the construction life cycle.

We help you from the contracting stage, to dispute resolution in tribunals, to litigation in Court.

We understand that construction is an investment, that’s why we don’t burden our clients with exorbitant fees. Your first consultation is free, and we have fixed-fee options.

Your Next Steps

Step 1: Book your free consultation through our online scheduling system

Choose a convenient time slot that works best for your schedule to speak with John about your case.

Step 2: Upload your relevant documents to our secured platform

Share your documents securely through our secured platform, allowing us to review your case details before the consultation.

Step 3: Attend your scheduled consultation call to discuss your case with John

Proceed with the call to discuss your situation in detail and learn about your legal options moving forward.”

Step 4: Legal Advice

A formal engagement allows us to dispense specific legal advice and help you make an informed decision on what course of action would benefit you best.

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Meet Our Principal Lawyer

John Dela Cruz
Principal Lawyer
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John Dela Cruz is the Principal Lawyer of Construction Lawyer Hobart. 

In 2011, John established operations in key Australian cities: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Adelaide. The firm has since expanded to Hobart, as it continues to widen its reach across Australia. 

He brings with him extensive, invaluable experience culled from years of serving in leadership positions in the construction industry. 

His previous roles include Divisional President and Councillor at Master Builders Association (NSW), Corporate Legal Counsel of a Dow 30 construction company, and Government Solicitor.

John is also the founder of Small Builders, a software designed to help builders and tradespeople run efficient, profitable construction businesses. John is committed to delivering cost-effective, accessible, and innovative solutions to clients.

John is also the founder of Small Builders, a software designed to help builders and tradespeople run efficient, profitable construction businesses. John is committed to delivering cost-effective, accessible, and innovative solutions to clients.

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My husband and I were able to build our dream home without any hitch, thanks to Construction Lawyer Hobart’s thorough and practical Contract Review and Advice. 10/10, would recommend.
Ashleigh, Working MomHobart, Tasmania
I don’t know how Security of Payment works, but luckily, John and his team are experts. I recommend Construction Lawyer Hobart to all subcontractors who need help getting paid.
Ben, LandscaperHobart, Tasmania
I had a Variations dispute with the builder so I called John of Construction Lawyer Hobart. The matter was resolved fast, and I didn’t have to spend a ton. Very Satisfied with the outcome.
Amir, HomeownerHobart, Tasmania