Introduction

Contractual disputes often arise due to delays, scope changes, and misinterpretation of clauses. Forensic contract analysis provides a structured method to assess responsibility, quantify impact, and resolve disputes effectively.

This course equips participants with analytical tools to evaluate delays and contractual variations in infrastructure projects.

Course Objectives

• Apply forensic analysis techniques in contracts.

• Assess delay responsibility accurately.

• Evaluate variation claims effectively.

• Strengthen dispute resolution documentation.

Target Audience

• Claims specialists.

• Contract managers.

• Legal consultants.

• Project controls professionals.

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Forensic Analysis

1. Principles of forensic contract review
2. Types of delay claims
3. Contract interpretation methods
4. Evidence documentation standards

Day 2: Delay Analysis Techniques

1. Critical path method (CPM)
2. Time impact analysis
3. Window analysis
4. Concurrent delay assessment

Day 3: Variation Evaluation

1. Variation pricing principles
2. Cost impact assessment
3. Scope change documentation
4. Financial reconciliation

Day 4: Dispute Support Documentation

1. Preparing expert reports
2. Arbitration and litigation support
3. Negotiation preparation
4. Case law review

Day 5: Practical Application

1. Delay analysis case study
2. Variation quantification workshop
3. Expert report drafting exercise
4. Dispute resolution simulation