Overview

Lianne is a senior litigator with extensive experience in construction law and a strong aptitude for navigating complex commercial disputes. She understands the importance of creative thinking and analysis in determining the most cost-effective path to reach a client's goal.

Construction Contract Drafting & Negotiation – Owner, contractor, and subcontractor agreements, procurement, and risk allocation.

Bond & Surety Claims – Performance bonds, payment bonds, bid bonds, and related security enforcement or defence.

Construction Liens & Payment Remedies – Liens, trust claims, holdback enforcement, and prompt payment disputes.

Deficiency & Defect Claims – Workmanship issues, latent defects, warranty disputes, and professional negligence.

Delay & Disruption Disputes – Scheduling delays, productivity loss, acceleration, and change in site conditions.

Dispute Resolution – Mediation, arbitration, adjudication, and litigation for all types of construction disputes.

Project Risk Management – Risk assessment, insurance, indemnities, and compliance strategies.

Practice Areas

• Bankruptcy & Insolvency
• Debtor & Creditor
• Civil Litigation
• Construction Law

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 1998 (ON)