
Adjudication Training
Elevate your expertise in adjudication with our immersive course
Adjudication Skills Intensive
Enhance your adjudication expertise with AMINZ’s Adjudication Skills Intensive (AAdjSI).
This hands-on two-day course, followed by a practical follow-up session, is designed for lawyers, construction professionals, and dispute resolution specialists looking to deepen their adjudication practice. Led by respected adjudicator Royden Hindle, the programme offers real-world insights, practical exercises, and personalised feedback.
Participants will work through the adjudication process, produce determinations, and refine their decision-writing skills with expert guidance.
Dates for the next AAdjSI are yet to be confirmed — contact us to register your interest and be the first to know when new dates are announced.
What to expect
AAdjSI is a practical, in-depth training experience led by seasoned adjudicator Royden Hindle. Across two intensive days, participants engage with realistic case studies, explore the adjudication process, and develop the skills needed to draft a sound determination.
You’ll receive expert input throughout and submit your written determination for personalised feedback from our experienced faculty.
Two weeks later, an online session provides further guidance to sharpen your decision-writing and support your continued development.
This course is ideal for construction lawyers, industry professionals, and dispute resolution practitioners aiming to deepen their adjudication capability and confidence.
Understanding Jurisdiction: Unravel the mysteries of Jurisdiction and Scope in adjudication.
Mastering the Evidence: Explore the critical processes and evidence - from timetabling to expert testimonies and everything in between.
Financial Aspects Uncovered: Tackle the complexity of Quantum Issues, Costs, Interest, and GST - the financial facets of adjudication.
Addressing Industry Challenges: Understand how Liquidation, Insolvency, and Retentions impact adjudication.
Crafting Determinations: Discover the dos and don'ts of crafting compelling adjudication determinations.
The Act Explored: Get a deep dive into the Construction Contracts Act 2002 – its fascinating history, objectives, and a fresh update on case law.
Inside the Industry: Discover who's who in the adjudication world, find out who uses adjudication, and get to know the ANAs (Authorised Nominating Authorities), Panels and Lists and the stats that matter.
Navigating Adjudication Appointments: Learn the ropes of Adjudication Appointments, from the appointment process to addressing issues of conflict. Get insights from real-life cases, like Youssif v. Maiden.
Practical Skill-Building: Experience real-world learning with a specially crafted fact pattern exercise.
The AMINZ Adjudication Skills Intensive (AAdjSI) is proud to feature a distinguished faculty with an impressive track record in the world of adjudication. Our educators bring a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the field, having successfully navigated complex cases and contributed to shaping the industry.