Winner — Mondaq Thought Leadership Award (2024, 2025 & 2026)
Building and Construction Law Practice
Construction Contracts, Statutory Zoning Compliance, Project Risk Management & Dispute Resolution in Nigeria.
Building and Construction law is a specialized branch of law that governs the design, engineering, and execution of building and infrastructure projects. It is an amalgamation of contract law, commercial law, tort, labour, and environmental regulations that manage the rights and obligations of everyone involved in a project.
Construction cannot commence without statutory clearances. Projects require proper title/land rights, environmental impact assessments (EIA), health and safety permits, and structural/design approvals.
Construction Contracts & Public Procurement
Large-scale building projects require clear, legally enforceable agreements defining responsibilities, timelines, and payment structures . We draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, subcontracts, and tender documentation in alignment with public procurement frameworks . Our team ensures key mechanisms—such as Defects Liability Periods (DLP), Extensions of Time (EOT), and Liquidated Damages—are explicitly structured .
Building Codes, Zoning & Site Compliance
Construction operations must strictly adhere to regulatory frameworks including the National Building Code, Factories Act, and state urban planning laws . We guide developers, contractors, and property owners through securing structural approvals, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), title rights, and workplace health and safety clearances to prevent work stoppages .
Risk Mitigation, Performance Bonds & Advocacy
Managing cash flow and financial risk on construction sites requires managing performance and payment bonds . When payment conflicts, structural defects, or delays occur, our legal team intervenes to resolve disputes through mediation and arbitration to keep projects moving forward, or provides formal representation in court proceedings .
Planning a Construction Project or Facing a Building Contract Dispute?
Consult with our building and infrastructure legal team at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos Island.