Construction

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner (BCLP) is frequently sought out to assist clients with major construction joint ventures and large-scale construction projects, including mixed-use developments. Its lawyers regularly work on behalf of master developers, developers and contractors on mandates that often feature cross-border elements. The firm also assists clients with engineering disputes.

"BCLP provides a high level of service and quick feedback. They are very timely and efficient in completing the tasks entrusted to them. They are an experienced law firm with a fresh perspective on many issues."

"They have excellent depth and breadth in the field of construction disputes. A highly responsive team, with deliverables that consistently meet expectations."

"Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is very experienced and has capable partners, counsel and senior associates, who are supported by high-quality associates and trainees. The team is very client-centric and always available."

"They are excellent. They produce high-quality work, think strategically, run complex disputes efficiently and are a pleasure to deal with."

A Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner team acted for cladding subcontractor J&H Emirates on its USD245 million claim against the main contractor undertaking construction work for the Midfield Terminal Building Project at Abu Dhabi airport.

Charles Lilley regularly acts on engineering and construction disputes with cross-border elements. An experienced lawyer based in Abu Dhabi, his clientele includes both developers and contractors. "I highly recommend Charles Lilley. He produces high-quality work, thinks strategically, runs disputes efficiently and is a pleasure to deal with." "There is no one to rival Charles for his quality and volume of experience. He's a personable and strong character who's very strong in the local market." "Charles is a hard-working and highly competent individual with an eye for the tough issues. He has the experience and foresight to anticipate and alert contractors to the direction of events." "Charles delivers a highly responsive and technically excellent service."

Middle East managing partner Richard Davies has extensive knowledge of both the contentious and non-contentious aspects of construction mandates, in which he often represents lenders and contractors. Well respected among peers for his multifaceted practice, he also has strengths in building and ancillary contracts, as well as arbitrations. "Richard is very efficient and also very good at managing the team. He is practical and knowledgeable."

Richard Dupay is experienced assisting clients with LCIA, DIAC and ADCCAC arbitrations. Based in Abu Dhabi, he was recently promoted to partner, having previously been ranked as an associate to watch. "Richard is very detail-oriented and hard-working. He possesses good legal knowledge and has a good grasp of the technical side of things." "Richard Dupay is an expert in his field and always gives solution-oriented advice." "He's super-competent, nice to deal with and very good with clients. He has a very good manner about him and is technically capable."