Adjudication Training

Elevate your expertise in adjudication with our immersive course

Enhance your 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.

Unlocking the Essentials

Explore the Act

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.

Understanding Jurisdiction

Unravel the mysteries of Jurisdiction and Scope in adjudication.

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.

Build your practical skills

Experience real-world learning with a specially crafted fact pattern exercise.

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.

AMINZ Member Pricing

Early bird

$1980
inc GST

Available until one month prior to the start date.

General

$2375
inc GST

Available until two weeks prior to the start date.

Non Member Pricing

Early bird

$2375
inc GST

Available until one month prior to the start date.

General

$3080
inc GST

Available until two weeks prior to the start date.

To access members pricing you must be a fully paid, financial member at the time of booking. All registrations must be paid in full two weeks before the start date of any course. See our Event Cancellation Policy here.

We prefer payment at the time of booking; however, we understand flexibility may be needed. If you'd like, we’re happy to arrange regular payments leading up to the event or course. Please note that full payment must be completed no later than two weeks prior to the start date.

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.

Additional Resources

  • The List of Adjudicators is established by the Institute's Council, under By-Law 10, for the purpose of providing a list of appropriate members for nomination as adjudicators under the Construction Contracts Act 2002. All applications shall be submitted to the Council for approval.

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