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Lawyer
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Lily Clements-Markham
Marni Riley
Special Counsel
Emily Wang
Tasmin Cilliers
Michael Liu
Lawyer
Michael Tuck
Special Counsel

Nicholas Achurch

Senior Associate

Nicholas is a hard-working lawyer who enjoys the technical aspects of disputes and the challenges in obtaining a commercial outcome for his clients.  He works closely with clients to understand their needs and business to ensure a tailored solution is achieved. 

Nicholas is experienced in construction dispute resolution and contract drafting and negotiation, with a particular focus on litigated disputes and disputes under the Building and Construction Security of Payment Act 1999.

Prior to joining Hamilton Locke, Nicholas worked at Morrissey Law + Advisory which merged with Hamilton Locke in 2022.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Construction; Infrastructure; Litigation; Legal Project Management; Compliance; Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiation; Contract Administration; Dispute Resolution; Arbitration.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Commerce – University of Newcastle
  • Bachelor of Laws (Honours) – University of Newcastle
  • Diploma of Legal Practice – University of Newcastle
  • Admitted to Supreme Court of NSW

 

SELECTED REPRESENTATIONS

  • Successfully defended Supreme Court proceedings acting on behalf of builder in respect of waterproofing defects involving a complex and lengthy history of events.
  • Successfully defended an adjudication application on behalf of a head contractor carrying out government works.
  • Advised contractors and principals in relation to their rights and obligations under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999.
  • Assisted in drafting bespoke infrastructure maintenance contracts for government departments.