Construction

No other firm in Ireland has the depth of resources and recent infrastructure experience that we have.

Our partner-led construction group advises on all aspects of the development of construction projects in both the public and private sectors, acting for developers, contractors, employers, investors and lending institutions.

Our expertise spans all sectors, including commercial, health, housing, renewables, industrial, student accommodation, and ports amongst others.

Given the complex nature of construction projects, disputes arise from time to time. We provide strategic and commercial advice to drive an expeditious resolution of disputes in order to minimise the impact on projects.

We have advised on some of the most significant and largest developments in Ireland over recent years.

The key to our success is the collaborative approach of our team in terms of how we collaborate with our clients to deliver upon their key aims and how we collaborate as one team leveraging our expertise across planning, procurement, project finance, real estate and construction to the benefit of our clients. The strength and depth of our resources is unparalleled in the Irish market and we draw on these resources to deliver innovative solutions in often complex and challenging matters. We are consistently ranked as a top tier firm, so you can be assured that you are being advised by experts.

On the non-contentious side, the team advises on:

  • contracts for building and engineering works at all tiers
  • contracts for design consultancy services
  • construction management services
  • collateral warranty documentation
  • regulatory issues including building control and health and safety
  • health and safety appointments

On the contentious side, the firm has advised on a variety of complex construction disputes arising out of some of the most significant construction projects in the country’s history, representing both public and private sector clients. We have successfully acted in conciliation and arbitration proceedings arising from construction and civil engineering contracts.

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Recent Work

  • Advising a major developer on the construction of an EMEA HQ in Dublin 4 for international social media entity (325,000 square feet Grade A offices), LEED platinum rating.
  • Advising various developers/investors on significant residential housing developments, both private and social/affordable.
  • Acting for major financial institutions in respect of the development finance of private residential developments and commercial office developments.
  • Acting for international renewables company in the development of one of Ireland’s first battery storage plants (50 MW).
  • Acting for National Development Finance Agency on multiple public private partnerships for the development of schools, social housing, third level institutions and primary care centres.
  • Advising public and private sector clients on tender processes and construction contracts under the Capital Works Management Framework
  • Advising on the construction law aspects of major renewables projects, including wind, solar, district heating, amongst others
  • Advising contractors and employers in relation to claims for non-payment and in a variety of insolvency scenarios
  • Advising in adjudication proceedings (both statutory and contractual) arising out of PPP projects and high-profile private developments
  • Advising in conciliation, mediation and arbitration proceedings arising out of both standard and bespoke industry contracts
  • Advising in health and safety investigations and prosecutions

Key Contacts

The Philip Lee construction team are very much at the top of their game – experienced, approachable and with a wealth of knowledge about their clients, the industry and the law.
Legal 500, 2024
Philip Lee is very focused on its clients and gets to grips very quickly in understanding the client’s requirements so that it can target the best advice.
Legal 500, 2023
The lawyers are very proactive and clear to deal with. They don’t tie everything up in complex language, they break stuff down so it is easily understood and we can see what the issue is and what the solutions might be.
Chambers Europe, 2023
Chambers Europe, 2023
The Philip Lee team are excellent communicators with a wealth of knowledge and experience in construction-related legal matters. They quickly get to the key factors in any given matter. Their advice is always timely and crafted to guide clients to the most beneficial resolution which best protects their interests and position. They also are very mindful of the relationships clients have within their own supply chain.
Legal 500, 2024
They are very accessible, always available and friendly. They are also knowledgeable and dedicated to the tasks at hand.
Legal 500, 2024
Philip Lee are specialists in construction law and a great resource to have throughout the whole contract process. While they obviously have an in-depth knowledge of the law, the team also have an in-depth knowledge of construction which means that they are an accessible resource through the contract from beginning to end.
Legal 500, 2024
Philip Lee provides great strategic advice in dealing with complex matters.
Chambers Europe, 2024
The team’s level of expertise is very impressive, and the lawyers have the ability to express very complex issues in easy-to-understand reports.
Chambers Europe, 2024

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