Over two days, on 14 and 23 April 2026, we welcomed our clients to Mainhausen for an in-depth specialist seminar on the topic of construction law. Each session was attended by 14 participants – a deliberately small group that allowed plenty of scope for questions, discussion and exchange of views.
We were delighted to have Dr Sascha Haremza from Aschaffenburg as our speaker – an experienced lawyer with proven expertise in construction law, who provided participants with valuable insights into the legal fundamentals and current developments in the sector.
Key topics: Construction contracts, reservations and complaints
The seminar focused on two central areas:
- Construction contracts and the raising of concerns
- The correct handling of notices of defects and complaints
Dr Haremza guided our clients through the key issues in the law governing contracts for work and services, using numerous practical examples: from the drafting and safeguarding of construction contracts, through the raising of objections and dealing with delays in the construction process, to defects, warranties and final acceptance.
Other key topics included current case law, issues relating to remuneration for work and security (including Section 650f of the German Civil Code (BGB)), dealing with price increases, the role of manufacturers’ specifications, and the interplay between contractual deadlines and construction schedules. The aim was to provide seminar participants with clear guidance and concrete recommendations for action in typical conflict situations encountered in day-to-day construction practice.
Strong practical focus and in-depth discussion
The relatively small groups created a very open and dialogue-oriented atmosphere on both days. Everyone brought their own cases, experiences and questions, which Dr Haremza expertly analysed and discussed with the group.
Conclusion: Greater certainty in our clients’ day-to-day legal work
The dialogue with our clients has shown just how great the need is for clear guidance in construction law – particularly regarding construction contracts, notices of concern, and the professional handling of defects and complaints.
The feedback was overwhelmingly positive: many participants took away practical strategies for making their internal processes, contract reviews and communication with clients even more secure and structured in future.
We would like to thank Dr Haremza for the two excellent seminars.
