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Corrs Chambers Westgarth is renowned for advising on the full range of construction matters, including contract development and contentious issues. It demonstrates skills in handling high-value infrastructure and redevelopment projects across the transport, energy and healthcare sectors. The team can cover the life-cycle of a project from the bidding and procurement stages to risk assessment and planning approvals. Corrs Chambers Westgarth maintains a strong reputation for representing both state governments and commercial contractors in large-scale disputes, including arbitrations. Key clients include CIMIC, Victorian Government and John Holland.
Work Highlights
- Corrs Chambers Westgarth advised the State of Queensland's Department of Transport & Main Roads on the procurement of Stage 3 of the Gold Coast Light Rail PPP project.
- Corrs Chambers Westgarth advised Transgrid on all aspects of the AUD5 billion Humelink project.
Strengths
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"Corrs Chambers Westgarth are adept at finding solutions."
"They have subject matter experts across many different topics which can be leveraged when required."
"Corrs Chambers Westgarth are adept at finding solutions."
"They have subject matter experts across many different topics which can be leveraged when required."
Notable Practitioners
John Walter is based in Melbourne and is an eminent authority in the Victorian infrastructure field who continues to be consulted by public authorities on strategic projects.
Andrew Stephenson is highly regarded for his work in high-stakes construction disputes, particularly those relating to contractual or subcontractor claims.
"Andrew is wonderful."
Chris Ryder operates across an impressive range of construction-related questions - including FPSO, EPC, EP&PM and D&C issues - from the Perth office, and is particularly active on large-scale projects in such key areas as energy and transportation.
"Chris remains one of the best lawyers in Australia for construction dispute resolution. He is very thorough and takes the time to explain full details very well. He is extremely responsive."
"Chris is the best at complex legal questions in both front end and disputes. His calm and sage advice is always on point and well received."
Adam Stapledon is based in Sydney and regularly assists banks and various lending groups on finance matters pertaining to PPPs in the transportation and natural resources spaces. He also advises borrowers and lenders in the energy sector.
"Adam is an excellent, level-headed lawyer focused on finding the best outcomes for all involved."
"Adam provides a high level of service and sophistication."
Airlie Fox works frequently on key transport and social infrastructure projects. She is based in Sydney.
"Airlie is a very well-respected lawyer. It should be noted that she continues to develop talent within her team who provide quality advice."
"She is commercially astute and hard-working."
"Airlie is responsive and knowledgeable."
Ben Davidson is a versatile, Melbourne-based practitioner assisting clients from a range of sectors on all stages of construction projects. He handles both contentious and non-contentious matters and also offers valuable experience of involvement in regulatory investigations and Royal Commissions.
Rod Dann is acknowledged for his versatile contentious practice encompassing a variety of construction issues, including industrial expansion and urban redevelopment matters, and rich in experience of matters arising from projects in the oil, gas and mining sectors. He is based in Brisbane.
"Rod Dann is an excellent technical lawyer and litigation specialist."
Andrew Chew advises across a broad range of front-end construction and infrastructure issues, bringing to his work particularly extensive experience in the handling of major hospital, property and transportation developments and the valuable advantage of being himself a qualified engineer.
Anthony Arrow operates out of the Melbourne office, advising a diverse roster of domestic companies and global corporations on their energy, industrial and residential development projects.
"Anthony Arrow is great to work with. He is extremely knowledgeable and has a commercial approach to legal issues. He has a great rapport with his clients."
"Anthony is an excellent lawyer who is extremely commercial and strategic."
Matthew Muir is a Brisbane-based lawyer who frequently works on construction and infrastructure transactions and disputes for clients from the energy and transportation sectors.
"Matthew Muir is very commercial and has an exceptional ability to find innovative solutions to dispute resolution."