Legal 500

“Bruno Herbots is applauded as ’offering insight that would not be obvious to clients”

“Many consider him [Bruno Herbots] a young star with the ‘X’ factor in construction and procurement law”

Chambers

“Practice head Bruno Herbots handles all aspects of construction and public procurement law. Clients appreciate his inventive solutions as well as the international experience gained from a number of jurisdictions”

“A “charismatic legal strategist” who is “very well versed in contract law and always available,” according to impressed sources.”

“Commended for being readily accessible and pleasant to deal with”

“Bruno Herbots is recommended as ‘a hard-working lawyer who is always pushing for the best result’. Recent highlights for the team include advising the National Paediatric Hospital Development Board on the development of the National Paediatric hospital Project”

“Construction and Procurement Department Head, Bruno Herbots has experience in both construction and projects, having applied his ‘thorough, pragmatic and efficient work ethic’ to some of the country’s major PPP projects, particularly in the rail sector.”

“Top notch on construction and procurement matters.”

06 May 2021

Final Account Disputes & Expert Witness

A 2020 keynote by Bruno Herbots titled: “Final Account Disputes & Expert Witness”.

Bruno looks at how to deal with disputes relating to cost over-run. Are construction projects akin to a battlefield? And how can you avoid the cost of litigation and disputes lawyers? How important are Records – was Max Abrahamson right when he said, “records, records, records”? Discover the key elements needed and how to ensure you have all the information necessary for a successful outcome.

The video also looks at the role, benefits and key aspects of working with Expert Witnesses. What should you look out for when hiring an expert? What can they bring to a construction dispute? And how to ensure they understand their role in the process.

Topics covered in this presentation include:

  • Construction
  • Final Account Dispute
  • Cost overrun Dispute
  • Expert witness
  • Ikarian Reefer Principles
  • Front end lawyer
  • Back end lawyer
  • Construction lawyers
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