Construction law litigation and hidden defects

Protect your rights with experienced construction law and hidden defects lawyers in Gatineau.

Whether you are a homeowner, seller, construction contractor or subcontractor, a dispute can quickly become a financial and legal nightmare.

Ms. Sophie-Anne Décarie , a lawyer specializing in construction law and hidden defects, will help you protect your rights and find the best solution to your problem.

Hidden defect or poor workmanship? Act quickly!

When a hidden defect, poor workmanship or construction deficiency is discovered, every minute counts. It is essential to act quickly to:

Submit a notice of denunciation in accordance with the Act
Call in experts to identify the cause and origin of the problem
Coordinate inspections and damage assessments
Evaluate possible remedies and the responsibility of the different parties involved

Ms. Sophie-Anne Décarie guides you through every step of the process, whether it’s sending a formal notice, negotiating a quick solution, resorting to mediation or arbitration, or even initiating or defending your rights in court.

Are you a contractor or subcontractor? Assert your rights

Have you completed work but haven’t been paid? Have you been accused of poor workmanship when the problem stems from poor site management or a design flaw?

We help you to :

Register a legal construction mortgage to protect your claim
Make a warranty substitution in the event of a dispute on the construction site
Contest a claim for poor workmanship and defend the quality of your work
Intervene in a tender dispute when your bid has been unjustifiably rejected
Managing a dispute with a general contractor, supplier or subcontractor

We analyze your situation to identify the best strategy to recover your money while minimizing risks.

Our areas of intervention in construction law and hidden defects

We support you in all types of disputes related to construction and real estate issues:

Construction law disputes

Termination of construction contract
Dispute with a contractor, subcontractor or supplier
Construction contract and dispute with APCHQ or Garantie Qualité Habitation
Forced execution of a construction contract
Quebec Construction Commission (CCQ) and Quebec Building Board (RBQ)

Hidden defects and construction faults

Hidden defect, poor workmanship, deficiency
Flooding, sewer backup, water infiltration
Overflow of classes water, erosion
Infestation, mold, soil defects
Ocher ferrous

Remedies and Payments

Mortgage construction law
Security, materials and services
Unpaid account recovery

Submissions and Appeals of offers

Submission Review (BSDQ)
Dispute in matters of appeals of offers

Why choose Décarie Stephenson Avocats for your construction or hidden defect dispute?

Recognized expertise in construction law and hidden defects
A strategic and personalized approach adapted to your needs
Essential responsiveness to protect your rights quickly
Extensive experience in negotiation, mediation, arbitration and litigation

Have you discovered a hidden defect or a problem on a construction site? Are you in a situation where your feet are wet? Don’t get your feet wet!

Whether you are a buyer, seller, contractor, or subcontractor, it is essential to act quickly to avoid legal and financial complications.

Contact Me Sophie-Anne Décarie now for a consultation and take control of your situation before it’s too late.