Practice area
Construction law and contracts for work and services
Construction law encompasses a range of legal aspects relating to the realisation and transformation of property projects. It is governed both by private law, in the relationships between the parties involved, and by public law, through construction standards. Our firm advises the parties involved at every stage of their projects. We act in particular in pre-contractual negotiation for the drafting of contracts, building permits, spatial planning and dealings with the authorities. Where necessary, we defend our clients in judicial and administrative proceedings.
Construction law lies at the intersection of private and public law. It governs both the contractual relationships between owners, project owners, contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers and investors, and the questions relating to spatial planning, building permits and building control.
Carrying out a property project involves numerous normative and regulatory requirements and even relies on the regulations of private organisations (SIA standards). Delays, defective performance, cost overruns or compliance issues are all difficulties that may engage the liability of the various parties involved and give rise to disputes.
Our firm acts for owners, property developers, businesses and construction professionals, as well as public authorities, at every stage of a project. We assist them in particular in the negotiation and drafting of contracts, dealings with the competent authorities and the resolution of disputes. Where a dispute cannot be avoided, our regular practice in construction litigation in Geneva enables us to defend our clients' interests before the judicial and administrative authorities.
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