Academy Legal

Academy Legal is a boutique law firm dedicated to serving the unique needs of the NSW Building & Construction Industry. Established to provide exceptional legal services, the firm caters to developers, investors, head contractors, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and homeowners. Academy Legal is committed to enhancing the legal acumen of industry members while fostering a community of like-minded professionals. Operating remotely through a flexible working model, the firm offers practical, prompt, and cost-efficient legal solutions to small and medium-sized construction-related businesses across NSW. Its services encompass contract drafting, review and negotiation, Security of Payment Act claims and defences, as well as dispute avoidance and resolution. Additionally, Academy Legal provides general construction law advice and delivers training courses both in-person and online, empowering clients to become proficient in their legal dealings under the motto of becoming their own Building Bush Lawyer. The firm prioritises high-integrity and superior service, focusing on strategies to avoid litigation and offering business and legal audits that examine operational, governance, WHS, environmental, and insurance exposures. Clients also benefit from outsourced in-house counsel arrangements and construction-specific legal education tailored to their needs. The founder, Mike Krsticevic, is a prominent figure in the industry with over 25 years of legal experience. His background includes roles at top-tier firms and in-house legal positions. As a Solicitor Director and a seasoned adjudicator under the NSW Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act since 2014, Mike brings invaluable insights. His expertise is further enhanced by direct project management and on-site construction experience, making him a highly respected authority in the field.