About

Provided by William Fry LLP

The Construction Group at William Fry is the leading construction practice in Ireland. We combine unrivalled legal expertise with extensive commercial experience of the projects and construction sector both in the domestic market and overseas.

Our legal expertise, in-depth industry knowledge and commercial approach gives our clients the confidence that the legal and contractual risks relevant to their project will be identified, evaluated and managed in a timely and cost effective manner.

Our experience, acting for both public and private clients, extends across all sectors, including:

  • National/Local Government
  • Healthcare
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Utilities -Energy/Water/Communications
  • Infrastructure -Rail/Ports/Roads
  • Prison/Accommodation
  • Education
  • Waste Management
  • Retail
  • Hotel/Leisure/Sports
  • Commercial Office
  • Industry & Refining

We have significant experience in advising and working with procuring authorities, sponsors, developers, operators and funders where projects are structured as Public Private Partnerships (PPP). 


Our construction expertise and experience covers both construction (non-contentious) and dispute resolution (contentious construction) activities.

Chambers Review

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Construction - Ireland
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Band 1
What the team is known for

William Fry has a leading team for non-contentious construction law matters, including transactions, joint ventures and contract negotiations. The law firm advises on a range of construction projects from commercial to residential real estate developments and redevelopments, including student accommodation and hotels. It represents major contractors from both the international and domestic markets alongside clients in the financial and life sciences sectors. The legal team also advises on procurement issues. It has further experience in contentious matters around delays and construction defects.

Work Highlights

Provided by William Fry LLP
  • William Fry acted for the Donegal County Council in a dispute brought by approximately 2,000 plaintiffs relating to alleged defective homes and buildings.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Liam McCabe
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Liam McCabe
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Band 1

Liam McCabe regularly advises on the construction of residential and commercial property developments, including high-profile regeneration and redevelopment projects. He also represents clients in judicial reviews and before the High Court.

"Liam McCabe's construction knowledge is excellent."

"He's the best construction lawyer."

Jarleth Heneghan
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Jarleth Heneghan
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Band 2

Jarleth Heneghan is a notable market presence who advises on a variety of construction projects, including retail developments, office spaces and data centres. He also assists with infrastructure developments and represents clients in disputes over delays and defects.

"Jarleth Heneghan has in-depth knowledge of the law to which he applies market knowledge and commercial common sense."

"He is extremely experienced and a pleasure to deal with."

Bryanna Ryan
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Bryanna Ryan
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Band 3

Bryanna Ryan advises both domestic and international clients on contentious and non-contentious construction mandates, including contractual agreements, financing and disputes concerning contract terminations.

"Bryanna Ryan is really pragmatic and commercial."

Cassandra Byrne
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Cassandra Byrne
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Band 3

Cassandra Byrne offers experience advising developers on disputes with contractors. She offers further experience assisting with non-contentious matters including hotel and mixed-use developments.

"Cassandra Byrne is attentive, responsive and commercially savvy, with a deep understanding in her area which she communicates clearly."

"She's very pleasant to deal with, experienced and knowledgeable."

Ranked Lawyers at
William Fry LLP

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Construction

Liam McCabe
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Liam McCabe
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Band 1
Jarleth Heneghan
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Jarleth Heneghan
2
Band 2
Bryanna Ryan
3
Bryanna Ryan
3
Band 3
Cassandra Byrne
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Cassandra Byrne
3
Band 3

Members

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Bryanna Ryan

Cassandra Byrne

Fergus Devine

Jeremy Curran