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Law in Practice

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Law in Practice by John Wevill is a practical, jargon-free guide to English construction law designed specifically for architects. This third edition is fully updated with recent changes such as CDM 2015, BIM, the 2016 JCT contract suite, and new RIBA Professional Services Contracts. It covers fundamental legal issues impacting construction projects to help architects make sound decisions, avoid disputes, and manage projects confidently.
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This is an invaluable reference for architects and construction professionals seeking clear guidance on the legal aspects of construction projects in England. It is also suitable for students and practitioners needing a comprehensive, accessible resource on contemporary construction law.

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The definitive jargon-free, professional guide to construction law

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Intensely practical and clearly written, Law in Practice is the definitive jargon-free, professional guide to the law as it relates to a construction project. Addressing all the fundamental issues of contemporary English construction law, it allows architects to make sound judgements, avoid disputes, and run projects on a safer basis.

The 3rd edition is now fully up-to-date with all recent changes including CDM 2015, BIM, the 2016 JCT contract suite and the new RIBA Professional Services Contracts.

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Praised as an essential CPD resource by RIBA President Angela Brady, the book is noted for its practical, straightforward approach to complex legal topics. Nick Mirchandani highlights its depth in explaining legal subtleties affecting architects professionally, while Dale Sinclair emphasises its importance in risk management within budget constraints.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781859466728

Publisher: RIBA Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 November 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: RIBA Publishing

Edition: Third edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 297.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 368

About the Author

John Wevill is one of the leading construction lawyers in the country. He has over 15 yearsโ€™ experience advising consultants, developers, funders, insurers, contractors and sub-contractors in relation to all major standard form appointments, contracts and sub-contracts, and a vast array of bespoke forms, development and framework agreements, collateral warranties, schedules of third party rights and other security documents. John also has extensive experience of construction dispute resolution, including litigation, mediation, arbitration and adjudication, as well as ARB and RIBA disciplinary proceedings.

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