Construction contracts
Drafting and review of development, construction and subcontracting agreements. Involvement in disputes arising from the execution of works and claims for construction defects and liabilities of the parties involved.
How we work
Our methodology for this service
Project and parties review
We analyse the construction project structure, the parties involved — developer, contractor, subcontractors, project management — and the legal relationships between them to identify key contractual risks.
Drafting or reviewing the construction contract
We draft or review the construction contract — price, timeline, quality, penalties, warranties and liabilities — with particular attention to variation management, cost overrun and dispute resolution mechanisms.
Incident and variation management
We advise during construction on managing variations, delays, disputes between parties and claims for price or time increases to preserve the client's rights.
Claims for construction defects
When defects or flaws appear in the building, we identify the responsible party, assess the damage with experts and bring the corresponding actions within the statutory guarantee periods.
Who this is for
Real estate developers commissioning new construction, companies undertaking renovation or fit-out projects, and individual owners or residents' associations facing construction defect issues or disputes with contractors.
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Why MES Legal?
- Specialist lawyers with proven expertise in each practice area
- Offices in Barcelona and Madrid with national coverage throughout Spain
- Results-oriented, practical approach with clear risk management
- Direct professional relationship — no large-firm layers or intermediaries
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