Len Watt
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Len Watt

Len Watt

Principal Becker Watt Lawyers Pty Ltd

location
Fortitude Valley, QLD
Click to Reveal Phone Number(07) 326..
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About Len

Len Watt, Principal Director at Becker Watt Lawyers, brings over 25 years of rich experience from the building industry into his legal practice. His career began as an apprentice carpenter and evolved to include roles as a project manager for multi-story residential developments, establishing a solid groundwork for his legal pursuits. Transitioning into the legal field, Len has excelled in property and commercial law. His extensive industry knowledge equips him as a proficient building and construction law solicitor, enhanced through collaboration with seasoned construction law professionals across Brisbane and Australia. What distinguishes Len is his unique ability to transform complex construction issues into actionable legal strategies, thanks to his hands-on experience within the sector. He offers practical, cost-effective solutions and sound risk management advice. Len’s approach transcends traditional legal counsel, delving into the essence of construction concerns with his comprehensive industry insight. At Becker Watt Lawyers, Len Watt stands as a bridge between construction expertise and legal precision, offering clients a valuable blend of both.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Property Law

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Resume

Experience

Arbitrator Grade 3
Arbitrator Grade 3
Resolution Institute
Sep 2021 - Present · 3 years 10 months
Director
Director
Becker Watt Lawyers Pty Ltd
Oct 2016 - Present · 8 years 9 months
Senior Associate
Senior Associate
Doyles Construction Lawyers
Dec 2015 - Oct 2016 · 10 months
Member of Regional Executive Committee
Member of Regional Executive Committee
Housing Industry Association (HIA)
May 2014 - Nov 2019 · 5 years 6 months
Member of LNP Public Works and Housing Policy Committee
Member of LNP Public Works and Housing Policy Committee
LNP Policy committee
Mar 2014 - Dec 2016 · 2 years 9 months
Solicitor
Solicitor
Doyles Construction Lawyers
May 2012 - Dec 2015 · 3 years 7 months
Law Clerk
Law Clerk
Doyles Construction Lawyers
Feb 2012 - Mar 2012 · 1 month
Law Clerk
Law Clerk
Taylor Edwards Lawyers
Aug 2011 - Jan 2012 · 5 months
Law Clerk
Law Clerk
Dempseys Lawyers
Jan 2011 - Jul 2011 · 6 months
Contracts Manager
Contracts Manager
SAW Formwork Pty Ltd
Sep 2009 - Dec 2010 · 1 year 3 months
Project Manager
Project Manager
Parkview Qld Pty Ltd
Mar 2007 - Jan 2009 · 1 year 10 months
Project Manager
Project Manager
Wild Geese Building and Maintaince Pty LTd
Dec 2005 - Mar 2007 · 1 year 3 months
Self Employed builder
Self Employed builder
Len Watt Building
Sep 2002 - Dec 2005 · 3 years 3 months
Contract Manager
Contract Manager
Meriton Apartments
Feb 2000 - Sep 2002 · 2 years 7 months
Pre Construction Manager
Pre Construction Manager
Clarendon Residential
Mar 1995 - Feb 2000 · 4 years 11 months

Education

Diploma in International Commercial Arbitration
Diploma in International Commercial Arbitration
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)
2020
GDLP, Law
GDLP, Law
The Australian National University
2011
Bachlor of Laws
Bachlor of Laws
James Cook University
2008 - 2011

Contact Information

Fortitude Valley, QLD

Location11, 269 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD
Click to Reveal Phone Number(07) 326..

Practice Certificate

Name
Leonard Bede Watt
Date of Admission
2012
Certification type
Unrestricted Principal
CheckLast checked: 23 Feb 2025
Checked with the Queensland Law Society

Practice Categories

Commercial Law
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Property Law
  • Construction Law
  • General Advice