FIDIC for Contractors’ Legal Teams: A Complete 5-Day Professional Programme
COURSE OVERVIEW
Contractors’ legal teams play a vital role in **mitigating risk, ensuring contractual compliance, and defending contractor interests** under FIDIC contracts. This 5-day professional programme equips participants with **advanced legal knowledge, risk management strategies, and practical skills to handle complex FIDIC projects**.
The course emphasizes **contract interpretation, claims, disputes, compliance, and proactive legal support**, with **hands-on workshops and real-world case studies**.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
1. Understand FIDIC contracts from a contractor’s legal perspective
2. Interpret critical clauses and contractual obligations
3. Support project teams in risk assessment and allocation
4. Manage claims, variations, and disputes effectively
5. Advise on compliance, approvals, and contractual notices
6. Integrate legal strategies with project controls and decision-making
7. Apply lessons from real-world FIDIC disputes and arbitration
8. Ensure ethical and professional conduct in contractor legal practices
5-DAY DETAILED COURSE OUTLINE
DAY 1 — Introduction to FIDIC Contracts for Legal Teams
* Overview of Red, Yellow, Silver, and Gold Book contracts
* Roles, rights, and responsibilities from a contractor perspective
* Key legal obligations and duties
* Case studies: contractor risks and responsibilities
DAY 2 — Contract Interpretation & Risk Management
* Understanding critical FIDIC clauses for contractors
* Risk identification and mitigation strategies
* Legal support for project management and decision-making
* Practical exercises: risk allocation and contractual interpretation
DAY 3 — Claims, Variations & Extensions of Time
* Supporting claims preparation and submission
* Evaluating variations and EOT requests legally
* Documentation, notices, and approvals for contractor protection
* Workshop: claim review and defense strategies
DAY 4 — Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
* FIDIC dispute resolution process (DAB/DAAB, arbitration)
* Proactive dispute avoidance strategies
* Legal documentation and evidence management
* Case studies: real-world disputes and lessons learned
DAY 5 — Workshops, Simulations & Certification
* Group simulations: legal team handling complex FIDIC contracts
* Scenario exercises: claims, variations, delays, and disputes
* Best practices in legal advisory, compliance, and contractor support
* Final assessment & certificate issuance
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
* In-house legal teams of contractors
* Contract lawyers and advisors
* Risk and compliance managers
* Contract administrators and project managers seeking legal expertise
* QS / Cost Engineers supporting legal documentation
* Consultants and legal advisors in construction projects
KEY BENEFITS
Participants will:
* Master FIDIC contract law from a contractor’s perspective
* Provide effective legal support for claims, variations, and disputes
* Reduce legal exposure and protect contractor interests
* Ensure compliance with FIDIC obligations and ethical standards
* Gain practical experience through workshops, simulations, and case studies
* Integrate legal strategies with project management and risk mitigation
CERTIFICATION
Certification Title:
**Certified FIDIC Legal Specialist for Contractors**
*Issued by KE Leaders International Training Centre*
Includes:
✔ International Certification
✔ Digital Badge
✔ CPD Hours
✔ Templates for Claims, Notices & Legal Compliance
✔ Case Study Workbook & Practical Exercises
