Construction Law & Arbitration

Overview

The construction industry has a complex range of procedures, often with large financial outlay, long in duration and involvement of multiple stakeholders that characterize most projects. These features make the industry highly prone to disputes, which could undermine the viability and economic benefits of a project unless the disputes are resolved quickly and in an efficient manner. According to a recent report on Global Construction Disputes (2016) by ACADIS, almost 33% of construction-related joint ventures in the Middle East resulted in disputes with arbitration being the most common dispute resolution method after negotiation.

Construction Law is very important in the United Arab Emirates. Attendees of this course will examine ways to help avoid future disputes by drafting good construction law contracts and conducting improved administrative processes in the delivery of contracts and projects. This course also enables students to familiarise themselves with the new United Arab Emirates Arbitration Law as well as any significant changes in the law.

Considering the above, BUiD is organising a one-day training course on construction law arbitration aimed at providing participants with the key legal aspects of construction law and arbitration as one of the preferred methods of resolving construction disputes.

Who is this course designed for?

The training program will be of interest to legal practitioners, in-house counsel, consultants, contract managers, engineers, government civil servants working in the fields of construction supervision and regulation, and other professionals involved in managing construction projects.

Instructors’ Names

Professor Aymen Masadeh

Course Objective

Since many construction relationships result in disputes, it is imperative for the parties and their advisers to acquaint themselves with the legal nature of construction contracts and the factors that cause disputes and how to resolve such disputes in an amicable manner, including through arbitration. Delegates will gain a comprehensive grounding in the key areas of construction law and arbitration as the main method of resolving construction disputes.

Course Dates

17 September 2024

22 October 2024

26 November 2024

Course Fee

AED 1800 + VAT

Rebates and Bursaries

Contact us at [email protected] or call +971 4 279 1464 to determine your eligibility for a course fee reduction. Alternatively, click on the button below.

Course Outline

–  Formation of Construction contract; Subcontracting

–  Defects Liability

–  Payment and back-to-back clauses

–  Variation Clauses

–  Bonds

–  Arbitration Agreement

–  Jurisdiction and Admissibility

–  Arbitration Proceedings and the use of Electronic Technology

–  Interim Measures

–  Arbitration Awards

–  The Supportive role of the Courts; Enforcement and Challenge of Arbitral Awards

Course Teaching Style and Delivery Method

This intensive programme featuring interactive lectures, case studies and practical coursework facilitated by leading academics and practitioners in the fields of construction law and dispute resolution.

Delivery Hours and Duration

The training is delivered on a weekday from 10 am to 2 pm

Course Testing and Evaluation methods:

No formal testing of participants is required. Nevertheless, participants are expected to share their experiences and actively contribute to the discussions throughout the training programme. On completion participants will receive certificates of participation.

Participants will have the opportunity to provide feedback on all aspects related to the programme, including the organisation, content of the programme and method of delivery.

Accreditations

i. The course has been accredited by the Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department.

ii. Four (4) CPD Points will be awarded to candidates on successful completion of the course.

iii. Candidates will also receive a “Certificate of Attendance” from the British University in Dubai.

Course Books or Materials to be Given to Participants

All presentations will be made available to attendees.

Rebates and Bursaries

Contact us at [email protected] or call +971 4 279 1464

The British University in Dubai

Block 11, 1st and 2nd floor, Dubai International Academic City PO Box 345015, Dubai, UAE

Tel: +971 4 279 1400

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Email: [email protected]