About Our Law Firm

What is Security of Payment?
The Security of Payment Act in New South Wales (NSW) is the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (Act), designed to protect claimants’ rights in the construction industry. Under this Act, contractors, developers, suppliers, and subcontractors in Toronto and its surrounding suburbs, such as Kilaben Bay, Coal Point, Carey Bay, Rathmines, Wangi Wangi, Teralba, Booragul, Woodrising, Fennell Bay, Bolton Point, Fassifern, and Blackalls Park, have the right to demand and recover progress payments for the works they have completed or goods and services supplied. The Act establishes a process to follow in case of late or non-payment, with strict and short time frames that each party must adhere to for a fair and efficient resolution.

Our Services
Security of Payment Act (NSW)
Payment Claim
Payment Schedule
Adjudication
Our specialist lawyers will assist you in lodging an adjudication application and guide you throughout the adjudication proceedings. We aim to ensure a smooth process and a favourable outcome in your Security of Payment dispute.
Court
If necessary, we will help you file enforcement proceedings in court, should you decide to pursue this route. Our legal expertise in construction law and the Security of Payment Act allows us to represent your interests effectively in court if litigation becomes necessary.
Benefits of Our Services
1. Time and Money Savings
We understand that construction work in Toronto and its surrounding suburbs, including Kilaben Bay, Coal Point, Carey Bay, Rathmines, Wangi Wangi, Teralba, Booragul, Woodrising, Fennell Bay, Bolton Point, Fassifern, and Blackalls Park, can lead to delayed or unpaid payments, which can be both costly and time-consuming to collect. Our expert Security of Payment lawyers help contractors and builders recover the payment they are owed quickly, efficiently, and effectively. By having an expert review and advise you on your matter, you can save valuable time and money by avoiding costly litigation.
2. Minimising Legal Risks
3. Ensuring Satisfaction
Our dedicated legal team ensures that you receive the amount you are owed, promptly and accurately. We understand the importance of timely payments for contractors, and we work diligently to ensure your satisfaction with the outcome.
4. Successful Outcomes
Our law firm has a proven track record of successful outcomes and satisfied clients. Having provided debt recovery and Security of Payment services to numerous builders and contractors, we take pride in the results we have achieved for our clients in Toronto and surrounding areas. When you choose our services, you can trust in our commitment to achieving successful outcomes on your behalf.

Meet Our Principal Lawyer
At Contracts Specialist, our Principal Lawyer, John Dela Cruz, is a highly experienced and qualified construction law expert with over 13 years of dedicated experience in the industry. He specialises in providing Security of Payment and debt recovery services to contractors and builders in the construction industry of Toronto and its surrounding suburbs, including Kilaben Bay, Coal Point, Carey Bay, Rathmines, Wangi Wangi, Teralba, Booragul, Woodrising, Fennell Bay, Bolton Point, Fassifern, and Blackalls Park.
John’s rich background in construction law includes serving as legal counsel for a Dow 30 construction company and as a Government Solicitor. He also holds the distinction of being the Divisional President of the Master Builders Association (NSW) and the founder of Small Builders Building Software.
With comprehensive expertise in construction law, John excels in drafting and reviewing various construction contracts, ranging from residential to commercial contracts and subcontractor agreements. His extensive knowledge spans construction laws across all Australian states, making him well-equipped to address common legal issues concerning commercial and construction management contracts.
Get Legal Advice
Protecting your interests and avoiding legal disputes in the construction industry requires expert legal advice. Our principal lawyer, John Dela Cruz, brings more than 13 years of experience in construction law to the table, specialising in providing comprehensive and practical advice to homeowners, builders, and contractors in Toronto and its surrounding suburbs, including Kilaben Bay, Coal Point, Carey Bay, Rathmines, Wangi Wangi, Teralba, Booragul, Woodrising, Fennell Bay, Bolton Point, Fassifern, and Blackalls Park.
At Contracts Specialist, we are dedicated to helping you enforce or defend your rights under the Security of Payment Act (NSW). By seeking expert legal advice early on, you can avoid potential legal issues and safeguard your interests. Contact us today to schedule a legal consultation and discover how we can assist you in navigating the complexities of construction law.
Safeguard Your Construction Projects: Move Forward
Getting paid on time for construction work rendered or materials supplied in Toronto and its surrounding suburbs, including Kilaben Bay, Coal Point, Carey Bay, Rathmines, Wangi Wangi, Teralba, Booragul, Woodrising, Fennell Bay, Bolton Point, Fassifern, and Blackalls Park, requires expertise and guidance. Our law firm is dedicated to supporting contractors in these areas with expert legal advice and representation. Take the first step towards getting paid what you’re owed, fast, by scheduling a complimentary 15-minute consultation. Contact us today to discover how we can assist you.