Ben Johnson is a Principal Lawyer working in Coleman Greig’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution team. Ben has more than 18 years’ experience working as a lawyer in commercial disputes, strata and construction law. His calm and practical approach helps his clients smooth and accelerate negotiations and maintain good working relationships. Ben’s experience in resolving more than a thousand legal disputes helps him see and resolve risks and disputes before they arise. It also helps him to quickly get to the heart of disputes and address the underlying causes before they escalate. Ben provides clear, straightforward and practical advice that guides his clients through complicated legal issues. Ben helps builders, developers and subcontractors prepare, negotiate and administer contracts. Ben regularly reviews and advises on construction contracts involving large private enterprises and government entities. Ben frequently achieves excellent outcomes for his clients in payment disputes and security of payment claims and adjudications. Ben works directly with owners corporations and homeowners to advise on strata law and help resolve building and strata issues. Ben often acts for clients in mediations and routinely resolves disputes without the need for litigation.