Lovegrove & Cotton: Construction and Planning Lawyers

When looking to engage professionals it is always important to ensure they are experts in their field and have a thorough understanding of what you require and, in the case of lawyers, the laws that impact your need for them. That is exactly what you get with Lovegrove and Cotton. Many years of experience combined with a continued, and unwavering, passion for construction law, and industry as a whole, is why they remain one of the leading construction law firms and why I personally have, and will continue to, recommend them to those in need of legal advice and assistance.

This firm is without peer in construction law - Lovegrove wrote the Building Act 1993 (Vic) and continues to lead - for 30 years now!

Lovegrove & Cotton has supported the AAC for many years, providing legal services to the Association and its members, as well as delivering professional development training to members. Kim, Ziggy and Justin are professional, knowledgeable and always a pleasure to work with.

Thank you Cameron and colleagues at Cotton & Lovegrove for your support and advice in dealing with our matter. What was a long drawn out issue was resolved very quickly once you became involved. Highly recommended.

I highly recommend Lovegrove & Cotton for their construction law expertise. The staff are friendly and helpful. They are a team of experienced and dedicated professionals who are committed to helping their clients achieve the best possible outcome.

Building a new home or an investment property can be stressful if you encounter problems. That is why I would personally recommend Lovegrove and Cotton Construction Lawyers as the go to law firm in the building and construction sector. As a building expert, I have had the pleasure of working with Lovegrove and Cotton Lawyers over a number of years, and I can honestly say, they have performed extremely well and have obtained excellent results in the cases I’ve been involved in. Navigating issues through the home building maze, is not easy when you encounter problems, that’s why you need an expert law firm. I would not hesitate in recommending Lovegrove and Cotton Lawyers for any building or construction issues that you may be going through.

Tony Abbruzzese, Director - Complete Building Advice Pty Ltd

Lovegrove and Cotton Construction and Planning Lawyers have been at the forefront of construction lawyering for 30 years. The founder Professor Kim Lovegrove was a key advisor on the development of the Building Act 1993 and helped shape modern day building regulation in Victoria.

The new generation of construction and planning lawyers is headed up by practice manager Tsigereda Lovegrove and Justin Cotton. Tsigereda, Justin and the team will build upon the history and momentum of the firm to continue to position the firm at the forefront of construction lawyering in Victoria, NSW and the ACT.

In my opinion the number 1 construction law firm in this jurisdiction. I have known both Kim and Justin for close on 20 years and during that time I have seen their personal and professional growth. My association with them has been as a regulator and more recently representing the regulated. Renowned in Australia and internationally.

Lovegrove and Cotton construction and planning lawyers have been at the forefront of construction lawyering for three decades. The Founder professor Kim Lovegrove was heavily involved in the development of the Building Act 1993 and established the foundations of this interstate construction and planning law firm. Ethiopian born Tsigereda Lovegrove is part of the next generation that will along with the team build upon the firms heritage and take the law firm forward.

Lovegrove and Cotton Lawyers, to me, stand as a shining beacon in the construction industry, as they embody the very essence of trust and ethics. In the complex world of construction law, they have forged a reputation as the most dependable legal firm. Their team comprises not just off of lawyers but seasoned legal minds, each possessing a wealth of experience that makes them adept at navigating even the most challenging legal waters. What truly sets Lovegrove and Cotton apart is their unwavering commitment to sharing knowledge freely. In an industry where information is power, they empower their clients and the construction community with invaluable insights. Their commitment to providing value-added information is unmatched. Clearly, the firm has become a valuable resource that every professional in construction should tap into. But it's not just about knowledge; it's about advocacy. Lovegrove and Cotton Lawyers have established themselves as a resounding voice for construction-related things. They champion the causes that matter to the industry, standing up for its rights and needs. This dedication to the construction sector is the hallmark of a firm that genuinely loves what they do, and as the saying goes, when you love what you do, you excel at it. For anyone working in the construction industry, seeking advice from Lovegrove and Cotton Lawyers is not just a wise choice; it's a necessity. They are not just lawyers; they are allies, educators, and advocates, and their reputation as an ethical, trusted, and highly skilled legal firm should compel every professional in the field to reach out for guidance and support. Kind Regards Gerrit Duits Baumeister Pty Ltd

Lovegrove & Cotton are the leaders in their field…for anyone wanting legal advice and assistance in any matter pertaining to the construction industry and planning issues look no further.

Lovegrove & Cotton Lawyers' commitment and contribution to the IBQC has been and remains profound, creating a seamless connection between much needed building industry regulatory policy reform and then by implication, applying required practical solutions that need to be responsive in nature.

Construction and Planning Law can be a anxious time if you have ever been drawn into it. I've used the services of Lovegrove and Cotton an a few occasions throughout my 35 years in the building industry and on each occasion they have been excellent to deal with and I've always had a positive result, based on my experience would recommend their services.

Justin Cotton is our go-to man for legal advice regarding complex construction issues. We appreciate his attention to detail, cut-through legal analysis and commercial experience. Staff at the firm are courteous and responsive, a great team!

Our company has been working with Lovegrove & Cotton for the last 10 or so years. They have been amazing to work with.

Lovegrove & Cotton is a dynamic law firm specializing in Construction & Planning law throughout Victoria. They understand client needs and provide prompt and specialized advice in a timely manner.

If you want to save money and avoid many pitfalls then speak to the guys at Lovegrove & Cotton before starting any project you are contemplating.

I recently had the privilege of engaging the services of Lovegrove and Cotton, and I can confidently say that they are a law firm par excellence. From the moment I walked through their doors, I was met with a level of professionalism and dedication that far exceeded my expectations.

We started to have Justin as our construction lawyer since lockdown period for our various property development projects, before we could meet in person. We found that Justin’s legal advices are knowledgeable, efficient and practical to follow in the real world.

We are happy to have team at Lovegrove & Cotton as our long term construction lawyer.

Cotton Lovegrove have helped us support and educate hundreds of orphaned and vulnerable children in Ethiopia for over 2 decades making a huge difference for many families.Thanks

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Lovegrove and Cotton have consistently contributed to humanitarian causes, particularly in Ethiopia where the firm supports a children's orphanage. They are a dedicated team who support justice in both the legal and humanitarian arena

Great team and very helpful staff

I have recently been a client of Lovegrove Solicitors who I engaged to act on my behalf in a partnership dispute.

I found my solicitor Stephen Williams and barrister Stephen Smith to be knowledgeable, professional, hard-working and compassionate. They stuck with me and got the job done.

Whilst I hope that I will never require the services of a law firm moving forward, should I ever find myself in this position I will have no reservations in contacting Lovegrove Solicitors again.

We were charged $200 for a 'file setup fee' by a paralegal, which apparently takes 1 hour according to the bill. Though we signed an agreement apparently with this inside, this was never explained to us before signing as we have never been charged a file setup fee by any other lawyer at this high a price, especially since all that was setup was spending 5 minutes taking our details down and putting it on a sticker. We did not even provide any documents or other paperwork to be even photocopied or filed.

Advice was ok, but I will definitely not be coming back here again. $200 for an empty manilla folder with our names on it is rather rich. Caution for those wanting a plain simple consultation as you'll be hit with this fee on top of the lawyers hourly rate.