Cavell Leitch

Your Trusted Legal Partner for Construction Success

Guiding South Island Construction Projects to Completion with Expertise and Care

Specialised legal advice for construction and development.

With extensive experience on construction and development projects across the South Island, we provide expert legal advice tailored to contractors, developers, design professionals, and private owners.

Comprehensive Legal Support for Every Phase of Your Construction Project

From drafting and negotiating contracts (including NZS 3910 and 3915) to navigating complex issues under the Construction Contracts Act 2002 or resolving leaky building disputes, our team delivers practical solutions for every stage of your project. Our firm are experts in front-end contract drafting and negotiation, dispute resolution, and all other areas of construction and development law, ensuring your legal needs are covered from start to finish.

We provide advice on the following areas:

  • Drafting and negotiating construction contracts

  • Preparation and implementation of design, build and lease agreements

  • Advising you in respect of you or your builder’s obligations under the Construction Contracts Act

  • Assisting you with the engagement of subcontractors or employees of your building company

  • Working alongside you to resolve construction disputes, including enforcing your rights as necessary

  • Resolving leaky building issues and other building and workmanship related claims

Contact us today to secure expert legal support for your construction or development project