About

Provided by Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

CDH's construction and engineering lawyers understand the importance of getting a project to completion on time and within budget. We offer dedicated and experienced construction and engineering lawyers who provide legal and commercial solutions that add value to any project from the concept phase and throughout construction. In the event that disputes arise, our team will ensure that your rights are properly protected. Our team advises all stakeholders in construction and engineering projects, including sponsors, owners, contractors, lenders, developers, subcontractors and suppliers across the value chain of a construction project. This gives us the ability to understand the requirements of all stakeholders in construction and engineering projects, while aiming to support and achieve our clients’ objectives. Our team of lawyers have extensive experience advising on matters across all phases of a project, from front end project structuring, drafting and negotiating of contracts through to ongoing contract management, including claims management and disputes. Our team’s broad range of experience is complementary and ensures that clients are provided with seamless legal support across the project lifespan. 

Chambers Review

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Construction - South Africa

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr houses a notable construction group featuring deep experience acting for both purchasers and suppliers while adeptly advising clients across a range of sectors including oil and gas, mining, power and renewable energy. The team is well versed across a broad range of contentious and transactional construction concerns, catering to an impressive host of local and overseas clientele.

Work Highlights

  • Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr advised AMEA Power on the construction law aspects of a photovoltaic power project involving the sale of energy to Eskom.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Clive Rumsey
1
Clive Rumsey
Head of Construction
1
Band 1

Clive Rumsey is well regarded for his experience and skill in major construction-related disputes, including arbitration proceedings and adjudication claims. He heads the firm's construction group.

Andrew van Niekerk
3
Andrew van Niekerk
3
Band 3
Andrew van Niekerk advises clients on a range of non-contentious construction issues. The Stellenbosch-based lawyer regularly assists with negotiations, including for EPC contracts, and provides financing guidance in the renewable energy space.

He has international experience, understands our needs and our vision for the company. I find him meticulous to detail and in understanding what we are trying to achieve.

Joe Whittle
3
Joe Whittle
3
Band 3
Joe Whittle is recognised for his significant construction experience, particularly in relation to infrastructure disputes. He acts for an impressive list of purchaser-side clients, featuring prominent state-owned entities and government departments.

Ranked Lawyers at
Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

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South Africa

Construction

Clive Rumsey
1
Clive Rumsey
Head of Construction
1
Band 1
Andrew van Niekerk
3
Andrew van Niekerk
3
Band 3
Joe Whittle
3
Joe Whittle
3
Band 3

Members

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Clive Rumsey

Clive Rumsey

Head of Department

Timothy Baker

Industries

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Civil Construction

Energy

Infrastructure

Mining

Mining

Process Plants

Transport