The construction industry is known for its adversarial approach to disputes and following the much publicised Latham Report the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 was passed in an effort to have disputes resolved quickly and economically without recourse to arbitration or the courts.

The 1996 Act introduced Adjudication which can offer parties a forum in which their dispute can be heard and an interim binding decision reached by an Adjudicator within a timescale of 28 days or such later period as may be agreed between the parties.

Selection of an Adjudicator can be achieved through one of the Adjudicator Nominating Bodies or alternatively a named Adjudicator can be agreed between the parties. Selection of an Adjudicator in advance of the contract is a realistic option for prompt dispute resolution and also encourages active dispute management.

We are able to provide effective adjudication services, whether you are contemplating referring a dispute to Adjudication, have just received a Notice of Adjudication and require to defend the matter or seek an Adjudicator to hear the matter and reach a Decision.

The availability of high quality quantity surveying, commercial management, architectural and contract advice within the company is a major benefit to our clients.

Currently members of CDR’s team are appointed on more than 20 adjudications a year covering a large variety of disputes and issues.