Practice Areas
Construction and architects' law in Berlin
Private construction and architects' law, on site and after: building and architect contracts, fee and defect questions, and the enforcement or defence of claims.
At a glance
- For buildings, defect claims usually become time-barred only after 5 years (§ 634a BGB).
- Advice on building and architect contracts under the BGB and VOB/B.
- Enforcement and defence of fee and additional-works claims.
- Support with defects, acceptance and construction delay.
What we handle
Building contracts
Drafting and review of building and general-contractor contracts under the BGB and VOB/B.
Architects' law
Fees, duties and liability of architects and engineers.
Defect claims
Asserting or defending defect rights, subsequent performance and damages.
Fees & additional works
Disputes over the contract price, additional works and instalments, enforce or defend.
How we work
On site, many parties and large sums come together, and small contract details later decide a lot of money. We review contracts before they are signed and enforce your claims when a dispute arises.
Kathleen Meier advises on private construction and architects' law, combining careful contract work with enforcement before the courts.
Common questions
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For buildings, defect claims generally become time-barred only five years after acceptance. It is important to report defects early and with proof; we support you in doing so.
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Yes. Most construction disputes trace back to unclear or unfavourable contract clauses. A review before signing is almost always cheaper than a later lawsuit.
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Both sides: private clients as well as construction firms, architects and planners.