Construction: International - Singapore
What the team is known for
Herbert Smith Freehills has a strong construction law department based in Singapore, while also regularly leveraging the strength of its regional offices. The team in Singapore is often involved in cross-border construction arbitration, especially within the ASEAN region but also further afield. The lawyers also advise on front-end construction work, such as EPC contracts for the development of energy and infrastructure projects. Its key clients include SportsHub and EverYondr.
Strengths
"The team have extensive practical experience and are able to analyse extensive and complex factual sources to identify legal issues. There is a good breadth of experience across the firm."
"Herbert Smith Freehills are incredibly well organised and technically strong. They put forward a cohesive, aligned team. They are extremely focused on the task."
Work highlights
Herbert Smith Freehills advised SportsHub on the termination of its public-private partnership with, and divestment of assets to, Singapore government agency SportSG in relation to the Singapore Sports Hub.
Notable practitioners
Alastair Henderson is highly regarded for handling international arbitration matters in the construction space, often acting on matters relating to projects across the region. "Alastair Henderson is the predominant mind of international arbitration for construction. He is vastly experienced. He is academically superb, and that shows in the way he communicates with people. He has a brilliant mind but is still approachable." "He is a reliable leader. He calls it as it is, but with a gravitas that inspires confidence. Alastair will always provide you with a highly professional service."
Daniel Waldek is based in Singapore and has an active construction law practice, particularly in cross-border arbitration in South-East Asia and further afield. "Dan is extremely knowledgeable and can quickly grasp the technical and contractual nuances of a given problem within the construction industry. He is a good leader and has managed a highly complex arbitration process for us." "He is brilliant, organised and has a huge work capacity. He is a highly skilled and tough examiner who can move fast on his feet. He is able to stay on top and focus on core issues in highly complex matters."
