Construction
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Australia
Band 5
Contact number
+61.3.9205.2000Chambers Review
K&L Gates is well known for its presence in the energy and renewables sector and particularly for advising on the construction of wind farm projects. It is also active on matters involving infrastructure projects, such as rail system upgrades and student accommodation. The team advises on the full range of construction documentation, including EPC, D&C and O&M arrangements. In addition, it provides further expertise regarding construction disputes, representing both project owners and contractors. Key clients include CPB Contractors and Honeywell.
Work Highlights
- K&L Gates continued to advise DMS Maritime on various stages of the design and Australian build of a fleet of new amphibious vehicles for the Australian Army.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They always have solutions to the problems presented and the necessary resources to provide advice in a timely manner."
"K&L Gates have a good understanding of complex PPP frameworks. They try to explain the risk and the likely best acceptable position from a client perspective."
"They always have solutions to the problems presented and the necessary resources to provide advice in a timely manner."
"K&L Gates have a good understanding of complex PPP frameworks. They try to explain the risk and the likely best acceptable position from a client perspective."
Notable Practitioners
Sandra Steele handles a wide range of disputes arising from the construction of energy, recreation, healthcare and transportation infrastructure, acting both on litigated matters and those resolved by alternative dispute resolution proceedings, bringing to the table her experience as an accredited adjudicator. Based in Sydney, she also advises on contract drafting and negotiation issues.
"Sandra is a great professional with a strong background and experience in construction legal matters and dispute resolution procedures. Her level of service and sophistication is spectacular."
"Sandra is an industry-leading lawyer. She is a safe set of hands and provides pragmatic, commercial and timely advice."
Simon Ashworth is based in Sydney and offers extensive experience of advising on construction PPP bids across diverse government-led infrastructure projects.
"Simon is very personable to work with and provides a good level of customer service."
"Simon gives prompt and well thought-out advice on and attention to complex documents and issues relevant to construction contractors. He is a charismatic and caring person."