Crisp Law

Crisp Law ⚖️ Specialists in Construction, Commercial & Statutory Liability Law, Crisp Law is a boutique Sydney firm supporting clients across Australia.

A boutique law firm specialising in construction, commercial and statute liability law. We operate nationally and provide our services literally at each location where our clients have their operations. Our focus is achieving exactly your commercial objectives. Our service commitment is exceeding your expectations of our services to you. We achieve this by the time we spend with our clients and fo

stering long term relationships so we understand intimately your business, its operations and its executive/management teams. Our focus is on a small group of clients, with a shared view of their lawyers role, intimately involved in their business. Our focus means we are always available to communicate with and respond to issues as they arise.

A supplier delay can affect your project programme, costs, client relationships and ability to meet contractual obligati...
02/09/2026

A supplier delay can affect your project programme, costs, client relationships and ability to meet contractual obligations.

The key question is not only, “Who caused the delay?” It is also, “What does your contract require you to do next?”

Check the notice provisions, keep clear records and act early to minimise the commercial impact.

Save this post so you know what to check the next time a delivery date changes.

*General information only. This is not legal advice.

01/09/2026

Meet the people behind Crisp Law. ⚖️

Our team brings a broad range of experience, perspectives and skills to every matter, with a shared focus on providing clear, practical legal support.

Get to know the team and the people who help keep Crisp Law moving.
Meet the team, Crisp Law, Canberra lawyers, Sydney lawyers, legal professionals

Cross-border property and development opportunities can create strong commercial value, but they also introduce added le...
31/08/2026

Cross-border property and development opportunities can create strong commercial value, but they also introduce added legal and regulatory considerations.

Key issues to address early include:

- Structure: how the investment or partnership will be held across jurisdictions
- Contracts: governing law, obligations and enforcement
- Disputes: where and how disagreements will be resolved
- Compliance: foreign investment, disclosure and regulatory requirements

Getting these terms clear from the outset can reduce uncertainty and protect the commercial relationship.

For advice on cross-border commercial and property matters, contact Crisp Law.

*General information only, not legal advice.
cross-border property, commercial law, property law, NSW development, South-East Asia investment

A deduction from your payment claim should not go unchecked 💰Back-charges and set-offs may be challenged if they are not...
26/08/2026

A deduction from your payment claim should not go unchecked 💰

Back-charges and set-offs may be challenged if they are not supported by the contract, proper notice or clear evidence.

Before accepting less, check the basis for the deduction.

For advice on payment disputes and construction contracts, contact Crisp Law.

*General information only, not legal advice.




back-charges, set-off, security of payment, construction contracts, payment disputes

NSW’s building regulatory framework is changing.The Building (Approvals and Practitioners) Act 2026 has received assent,...
24/08/2026

NSW’s building regulatory framework is changing.

The Building (Approvals and Practitioners) Act 2026 has received assent, although most provisions have not yet commenced and further regulations are still to come.

The Act introduces changes affecting building approvals, prefabricated and modular construction, practitioner registration, certifier powers and enforcement.

Our latest article examines:

> What is genuinely new
> What has been repackaged under the new framework
> What remains unchanged
> What developers, builders, certifiers, designers, engineers and owners should prepare for

Click the link in our bio to read the full article.

A strong construction claim is not built on legal arguments alone. Its strength often depends on the preparation complet...
21/08/2026

A strong construction claim is not built on legal arguments alone. Its strength often depends on the preparation completed before negotiations or proceedings begin.

Our approach may include:

📄 Early evidence: securing contracts, notices, correspondence, site records and cost documents while they are still available.

📊 Expert input: engaging quantum or technical experts where specialist evidence is required.

⚖️ The right legal team: involving counsel early when the complexity or value of the dispute justifies it.

🎯 Commercial focus: considering the cost, risk and practical value of each available option.

Early legal advice can help protect your position and reduce unnecessary cost, delay and uncertainty. If you are facing a construction claim or dispute, contact Crisp Law.

*General information only, not legal advice.




construction claims, construction disputes, dispute resolution, commercial law, expert evidence

What is it like to begin your legal career at Crisp Law? ⚖️Our clerks work across real matters, develop practical resear...
19/08/2026

What is it like to begin your legal career at Crisp Law? ⚖️

Our clerks work across real matters, develop practical research and communication skills, and gain exposure to construction, commercial and related areas of law.

In this carousel, James, Maya, Bianca and Eleanor share what they have learned from their time with the firm.

We are proud to support emerging legal professionals as they build their skills and consider where their careers may take them.
Law clerk opportunities, legal internships, ANU law students, graduate law careers, Canberra law firms

17/08/2026

Three clauses often shape how a construction dispute unfolds: payment, variations, and notices and time bars. 📋

The payment clause sets out when claims can be made, when responses are due and how payment rights operate under the contract.

The variations clause explains how changes to the scope must be instructed, approved and priced. Without a clear process, extra work can quickly become difficult to recover.

Notices and time bars are just as important. A valid claim may still be affected if the required notice is late, incomplete or sent in the wrong form.

Before signing, check:

• When payment claims can be submitted
• How variations must be approved
• What notice periods apply
• Which deadlines may affect your rights

A careful contract review at the beginning can reduce the risk of disputes later. ⚠️

For advice on construction contracts, contact Crisp Law.
construction contracts, dispute prevention, security of payment, variations, contract review

"It's fine, it's under warranty." That one sentence has cost people the easy fix more times than we can count.Defects li...
12/08/2026

"It's fine, it's under warranty." That one sentence has cost people the easy fix more times than we can count.

Defects liability and warranty are two different clocks. The day the first one closes, your remedy quietly changes from "they come back and fix it" to "you chase them for money." Same defect. Very different afternoon.

Swipe for the difference, then save it before your next handover 📌

*General information only, not legal advice.




defects liability, warranty, construction law, practical completion, construction contracts

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