Bulletproof Clauses: Hands-On Workshop for Enforceable Construction Contracts

Introduction

The withdrawal of JCT 2016 in March 2026 marks a turning point for contract drafters. Relying on standard amendments is a high-stakes gamble in an era of high-frequency adjudication.

This hands-on workshop moves beyond the basics to focus on clauses that actually stand up in the TCC. The session will dissect recent failures in ‘conditions precedent’ and ‘liquidated damages’ clauses, providing you with a library of enforceable wording. Whether you are dealing with the new JCT 2024 suite or bespoke agreements, this virtual classroom session will ensure your contracts provide a shield, not a sieve, during a dispute.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• JCT 2024 Transition: Key differences you must reflect in your schedules of amendments
• Exclusion Clauses: Drafting ‘gross negligence’ and ‘indirect loss’ definitions that actually work
• The Adjudication Trap: Ensuring your dispute resolution clauses are ‘Construction Act’ compliant
• Case Law Clinic: Why Paragon Group v FK Facades (2026) changes how we think about assignment

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.