Construction

Anthony Harper has a respected construction practice with good bench strength and the ability to handle matters relating to the full scope of construction-related contracts. The firm is well regarded for its handling of front-end matters, including advice on risk, tenders and procurement. The team is also noted for its experience handling contractor and subcontractor disputes, and is active on transport and social infrastructure projects, amongst others.

"Anthony Harper provides pragmatic advice to support commercial positions."

"Anthony Harper's greatest strength is responsiveness - helped by the deep project knowledge of the team and regular scheduled engagements."

"The team at Anthony Harper has very strong knowledge about construction and has the ability to drill into the details to validate what is put in front of them."

Anthony Harper advised the Fletcher Construction and Acciona Infrastructure New Zealand joint venture on successfully opening a road under a PPP Contract.

Edward Dunphy is based in Anthony Harper's Auckland office, where he is particularly noted for his front-end advice on infrastructure and real estate developments. "Edward Dunphy provides pragmatic and practical advice." "Edward understands the commercial overlay to legal issues."

Karen Kemp is primarily a commercial litigator based in Auckland. She has particular expertise handling disputes in the construction and projects spheres. "She's client focused and provides commercially astute advice." "Karen is always available and has the ability to quickly understand the matters in dispute. She is extremely thorough with her research and advice." "Karen delivered an excellent performance all around."