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Reduce risk. Protect your build. Get paid.ATAC LAW's construction law specialists represent owners, contractors, and engineers in project structuring, construction contracts, disputes, and builders lien claims across British Columbia.
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Construction Disputes Cost More than Money
Every stalled project, unpaid invoice, disputed scope change or builders lien is costing you money, right now. Cashflow tightens, timelines slip, delay costs mount, and stress rises.
The longer this drags out, the more money you lose. Construction law is technical. The Builders Lien Act is nuanced. CCDC contracts have very specific rules. One wrong move and you lose leverage you can't get back. Those who master these nuances have the advantage in building projects, and if and when disputes arise.
When the stakes are high, or the issues are technical, you don't need a generalist who will figure it out as they go. You need an expert in construction law.
Take control of your project. Speak to a construction lawyer at ATAC LAW.
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Our Expertise in Construction Law
We advise owners, contractors, and developers on claims involving defective workmanship, building envelope failures, code deficiencies, and remediation cost recovery.
We help resolve disputes over scope, payment, delay, termination, change orders, and breach of contractor or owner obligations under construction agreements.
We assess entitlement and defence strategies for schedule overruns, productivity loss, critical path delays, disruption costs, and extension of time claims.
We represent clients in private dispute resolution processes and prepare strong positions for mediation, arbitration, and negotiated settlements.
We advise on builder's risk, wrap-up liability, indemnity provisions, tender insurance issues, and coverage disputes tied to construction losses.
We guide contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers through filing deadlines, lien form requirements, and preservation of lien rights under BC law.
We advise on statutory holdback obligations, release timing, holdback exposure, and payment chain issues affecting owners and contractors.
We commence and defend lien enforcement proceedings, protect priority rights, and move files quickly so claims are not lost by delay.
We help owners remove improper or expired liens, post security into court where appropriate, and clear title for financing or sale.
We assess ranking issues between lien claimants, secured lenders, and other stakeholders when multiple claims affect the same project funds or property.
We review and negotiate CCDC contracts, explain risk points clearly, and help clients understand rights, obligations, notices, and remedies.
We draft and review subcontract terms involving scope, back charges, payment timing, warranties, dispute clauses, and flow-down obligations.
We advise on indemnities, limitation of liability, waiver language, force majeure, liquidated damages, and clauses that shift project risk.
We support tendering disputes, bid compliance issues, procurement fairness questions, and owner-contractor obligations during competitive bidding.
We advise construction businesses on safety compliance issues, enforcement exposure, investigations, and practical steps to reduce liability.
We assist with permit disputes, municipal enforcement issues, stop work orders, and legal strategies around project approval barriers.
We advise on environmental risk allocation, contamination concerns, remediation obligations, and compliance issues that affect project timelines and liability.
We help contractors understand licensing requirements, bonding expectations, surety issues, and disputes connected to project qualification.
We advise homeowners and builders on 2-5-10 warranty issues, coverage disputes, claim deadlines, and related remediation responsibilities.
We help homeowners and renovators resolve scope disputes, payment issues, delay claims, deficiency complaints, and contractor walk-off situations.
We advise strata corporations and unit owners on defect investigation, recovery strategy, warranty issues, and litigation involving building failures.
We guide owner-builders through contractual exposure, warranty obligations, project risk, and disputes arising from self-managed construction work.
We advise on design-build allocation, EPC obligations, performance risk, and disputes involving integrated delivery and complex commercial projects.
We support participants in infrastructure and public-private projects facing contract complexity, delay exposure, payment issues, and stakeholder disputes.
We advise on draw disputes, lender security, project defaults, lien exposure, and financing conflicts affecting developers, owners, and lenders.
Meet the Construction Lawyers
Behind Our Clients' Success
Mike C. Stewart
Partner, Engineer, JD, Q.Arb, Q.Med
Construction lawyer. Dual designated lawyer and engineer with over 10 years of experience in construction law, procurement, construction contract drafting and dispute resolution.
Roy D. Kim
JD, Engineer., Barrister & Solicitor
Roy combines passionate legal advocacy with hands-on engineering experience in complex technical disputes, civil litigation, and criminal defence.
Dan H. Griffith
Q.Arb, Construction Lawyer, Partner
Dan is a true litigator specializing in CCDC contract enforcement, delay claims, and construction deficiency disputes at the BC Supreme Court and BC Court of Appeal.
Gurpal Sandhu
Associate Lawyer
Gurpal specialises in commercial and construction litigation, representing clients from individuals to multinational corporations across BC and Ontario courts.
David Milojkovic
Associate Lawyer
David is known for securing rapid payment for subcontractors through builders lien filings and effective negotiation with general contractors.
James Cain
Associate Lawyer
James has built a reputation for delivering clear, strategic advice and exceptional results in construction and strata contract disputes.
Rodolfo Assinger
Associate Lawyer
Rodolfo is a multidisciplinary lawyer with experience in construction law, employment law, immigration, torts, and more. His prior background in construction management gives him an edge when advising owners, contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
Real Construction Cases. Real Client Victories.
Why Owners, Contractors, and Subcontractors in BC Choose ATAC LAW
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Experts in construction law
Every lawyer on our team handles construction disputes daily. We are specialists who know this field inside out, not generalists learning on your file.
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We represent all sides of the contract
Owners, general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and construction managers. We understand the arguments before the other side makes them.
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Fast, strategic action when it matters
We know construction inside and out. We know how and when to move quickly to take a strategic advantage in a dispute, or to avoid one in the first place.
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Contract review and drafting
We review and draft CCDC contracts, subcontract agreements, and residential construction contracts, finding the clauses that cost you money and time before they become disputes.
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Proven results
Successfully litigated construction disputes at BC Supreme Court and in private arbitrations including lien extinguishments and payment recoveries ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000+
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We employ Engineers
Two practicing professional engineer-lawyers on staff, plus several other trained engineers allow us to understand the nuances and complexities of construction law, giving our clients the advantage.
What BC Contractors and Property Owners Say About ATAC LAW
"David walked me through all potential scenarios, put down my builders lien in a timely fashion, and within two weeks I was paid in full. Best decision ever."
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"Excellent knowledge of construction and Strata law. Partners educated in Engineering and Law, a perfect match for construction litigation. Would highly recommend."
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"Mr. Kim helped me with my construction dispute. Very happy with the resolution and the price. Very professional and quick to respond. I've already recommended ATAC Law to friends and clients."
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"For businesses in construction and engineering, ATAC LAW is an asset. Responsive, straight to the heart of the matter, and they never sugar-coat costs. Everyone I've referred has come back thanking me."
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"James Un handled my pre-sale contract dispute professionally and kept me informed throughout. The case settled smoothly. Quick, concise responses with genuine expertise."
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have another question? Our construction law team is here to help.
Contact Our Team →What types of construction disputes does ATAC LAW handle?
ATAC LAW handles the full spectrum of construction law matters in BC, including unpaid contractor claims, builders lien filings and defences, CCDC contract disputes, deficiency claims, construction defects, delay claims, and disputes involving owners, general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and construction managers.
How long do I have to file a builders lien in BC?
Under BC's Builders Lien Act, you generally have 45 days from the date of completion or abandonment of the project to file a lien. Missing this deadline can permanently extinguish your right to lien. Contact us immediately if you think you may be approaching this window.
What should I bring to my initial consultation?
Bring or send to us any written contracts or agreements, invoices and payment records, correspondence with the other party (emails, texts, letters), photos or inspection reports, and any notices you've received. The more documentation you have, the faster we can assess your position.
How does ATAC LAW determine its legal fees?
We offer transparent, upfront pricing, usually at our hourly rates, but occasionally on a fixed fee basis, depending on your matter. We will often be able to provide a clear fee estimate after the initial consultation.
Can ATAC LAW help if I'm a subcontractor who hasn't been paid?
Absolutely. Unpaid subcontractors are one of the most common issues we handle. We can advise on filing a builders lien, pursuing payment through BC Supreme Court, or negotiating a resolution. Don't wait, lien deadlines are unforgiving.
Does ATAC LAW only serve clients in Vancouver?
No, we serve clients across all of British Columbia. Whether your project is in Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, the Interior, Vancouver Island, or Northern BC, our construction lawyers can assist you. Many matters can be handled remotely.
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