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Building and Construction Lawyers Adelaide

Supporting Builders and Businesses Since 1970

We provide practical building and construction legal advice and representation to businesses throughout South Australia.

Serving Adelaide Since 1970

50+ Years Experience

Free 15 Minute Phone Consult

Trusted Adelaide Lawyers

What We Do

Our Building and Construction Services

We provide comprehensive building and construction legal services to businesses throughout South Australia.

Building Contracts

We advise on and draft building and construction contracts, helping you set clear terms and protect your interests before work begins.

Workers' Liens

We assist with the registration of a Worker's Lien, and proceedings to enforce it, pursuant to the Worker's Liens Act 1893, helping you recover payment for work performed.

Caveats

We register Caveats to protect your interest in land.

Building and Construction Disputes

We advise on disputes relating to the quality of building work, unpaid building work, and the cost of having an alternate builder or tradesman repair defective work.

Contracts and Form 1's

We draft Contracts and Form 1's for the Sale and Purchase of Land.

Construction Litigation

Where disputes can't be resolved directly, we provide construction litigation and representation to protect your position.

If you require assistance with a building and construction matter in Adelaide or elsewhere in South Australia, our experienced solicitors are available to provide clear and practical advice.

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No obligation. Confidential. Adelaide based.

For When Experience Counts

Expert Building and Construction Solicitors Adelaide

Practical advice for builders and businesses

Randle & Taylor Barristers and Solicitors are a specialist building and construction law firm based in Adelaide. Our team are expert building and construction lawyers who provide practical legal advice and representation to businesses across South Australia.

Fast resolution of construction disputes

We know that when it comes to construction disputes, a fast resolution often helps keep your project to a better schedule that is less costly.

Over 50 years serving South Australia

We have proudly served South Australia since 1970 and have helped thousands of Adelaide businesses with their legal needs.

Our Fees Are Competitive with Other Firms in South Australia

If you’re looking for a specialist construction disputes team, our experienced solicitors are available to provide clear and practical advice. Schedule your free 15-minute telephone consultation, with no obligation, today.

Meet Your Legal Team

The Lawyers Who Handle Your Matter

Nick McCabe - Barrister and Solicitor

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Jonathan Brohier - Solicitor

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What Our Clients Say

    
 
 
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   Van Nguyen 
 09/08/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding legal service – highly recommended!

We are extremely grateful to Randle & Taylor for their professionalism, responsiveness and support during one of the most challenging periods our company has faced.

A special thank you to Jonathan Brohier, who has been absolutely outstanding throughout the entire process. Jonathan was incredibly responsive, acted quickly when urgent matters arose, and consistently provided clear, practical and reliable advice. Most importantly, we always felt that we could genuinely rely on him when we needed support the most.

His commitment, professionalism and calm approach made a significant difference to our company during a very difficult time. Jonathan went above and beyond what we expected from our legal counsel, and we truly appreciate having him by our side.

Randle & Taylor has provided us with a 5-star level of service, and Jonathan is an exceptional lawyer who we would have no hesitation recommending to other businesses.

Thank you, Jonathan and the entire Randle & Taylor team, for standing with us through a difficult chapter. We sincerely appreciate your support and dedication.
  
 
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   Starry Candy 
 13/07/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did a quick free phone consult today and Nick was very helpful. Thank you.
  
 
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   Janine Neumann 
 11/03/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliant service every time. Highly recommend their business.
  
 
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   Pablo Samels 
 18/01/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Angus and Jonathan helped us with a legal issue, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Not only they did an excellent job, but they also genuinely cared about us and our situation. They took the time to listen and made us feel supported throughout the process, something that isn’t always easy to find in the legal world.
If you’re looking for legal help that is both highly professional and genuinely personal, I couldn’t recommend them more.
  
 
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   Katarina V 
 29/08/2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patrick and the team were thoroughly professional, diligent and committed to resolving our matter.
  
 
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   Sarah Bloomfield 
 27/08/2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend. This is a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. Randle and Taylor dealt with our affairs with kindness and respect.
  
 
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   Bailey White 
 26/08/2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Randle and Taylor have done amazing things for my family. A supportive, professional and compassionate organisation
  
 
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   Rob Cornish 
 08/11/2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family and I cannot speak highly enough of the care the support we received from Jonathan.  He helped our son start over and he has gone from strength to strength.  It is hard to find trust when a loved one needs help,  but you will not be sorry putting your faith in this honourable company.   Thank you Jonathan, blessings.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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Your Guide to Understanding Building and Construction Law in South Australia

Why do construction disputes arise?

Construction disputes often arise because people do not get legal advice before signing a building contract and people do not have an understanding of the unique nature of a building contract.

When should I hire a construction lawyer?

You should hire a construction lawyer before you sign a contract to build with a construction firm.

What are the most common causes of construction disputes?

Disputes arise because people do not understand what construction contracts mean and how they work in practice prior to signing the contract.

Construction disputes may also arise due to a builder’s failure to complete the building or construction project in accordance with the owner’s expectations.

How do you resolve a construction dispute?

You can resolve a construction dispute by complying with the dispute resolution clause in the contract. Alternatively, mediation or issuing proceedings in court can also resolve a construction dispute.

How do I make a complaint against a builder?

You should be careful making complaints against a builder because you do not want to be sued for defamation or causing a builder economic loss. This would only make a difficult situation worse. You should seek legal advice before making a complaint against a builder.

What is a Worker's Lien?

A Worker’s Lien is a legal charge a builder, contractor or subcontractor can place over a property to secure payment for building work done or materials supplied. In South Australia, liens are governed by the Worker’s Liens Act 1893. Strict timeframes and procedures apply, so it’s important to act quickly and seek legal advice.

When to start construction litigation?

Our team of experienced construction litigation lawyers have experience in providing dispute resolution services to various parties such as the client, developers, builders, contractors, sub-contractors, and other stakeholders. Construction litigation refers to the process of taking legal action to resolve building and construction disputes, usually after other methods of dispute resolution have failed, such as mediation or negotiation. Construction litigation usually commences because disagreements and non-compliance to the construction contract continue to occur. This results in one party taking legal action against the other party.

What other services do you offer?

Randle & Taylor Barristers and Solicitors provide legal advice across a broad range of practice areas, including business sales and acquisitions, commercial agreements and commercial law, family law, divorce law, wills and estates, estate planning and family trusts, debt recovery, property law, commercial and residential leasing, dispute resolution and commercial litigation.

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