Project Finance

King & Wood Mallesons' market-leading group is able to support large projects from inception and financing to delivery. The team is particularly notable for its project finance practice serving a client roster of construction consortiums, banks, sponsors and borrowers. It is also instructed on headline transport, energy and sports infrastructure programmes. King & Wood Mallesons demonstrates further capability in advising on construction disputes and complex contractor arbitration. Key clients include Infrastructure NSW, Lendlease and Thiess.

"KWM have an excellent knowledge of market positions, and a good depth of team and experience. They have good coverage and depth in front and back-end construction and infrastructure advisory in key jurisdictions nationally."

"The KWM construction, infrastructure and project finance team continues to showcase exceptional depth and breadth of talent and experience across their partner and lawyer levels."

KWM advised Laing O'Rourke in relation to its bid as design and construction subcontractor to Alstom on the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program.

KWM advised Lightsource BP, the largest solar developer and owner in Australia, on its Wellington North and Wunghnu Solar Farms projects.

Peter Pether maintains a renowned disputes practice from the Sydney office, handling major construction cases before the Supreme Courts of various states, as well as international arbitration proceedings. "Peter is really smart and has got the right balance to cut through issues. He understands and finds solutions." "Peter is one of the top two in the country for construction."

Chris Mitchell acts extensively on major infrastructure projects in the freight and public transportation sector from the Sydney office and is particularly valued for his expertise in front-end construction issues and understanding of government operations. "Chris Mitchell is technically excellent but is also very strategic."

Claire Rogers is based in Sydney and recognised for her project finance practice, which is largely focused on major projects in the social infrastructure and energy sectors. "Claire is exceptional - she is very client-focused and has a great service mindset." "Claire is engaged, pragmatic, and very strong at leading commercial negotiations."

Hamish Macpherson is a Sydney-based lawyer who has handled significant contentious issues arising from projects in the transportation, energy and mining sectors. "Hamish and his team consistently deliver exceptional client service and sound legal advice. He remains impressive."

Jeff Clark is based in Melbourne and advises widely on financing and refinancing mandates pertaining to PPPs and projects in the industrial and social infrastructure spaces, as well as in the renewable energy sector.

Joanne Crew is based in Melbourne and acts for financiers and investors on projects and PPP bids in a variety of sectors, including those of urban development and energy.

Mark Upfold advises widely on project finance matters and transactions concerning the development and operation of strategic infrastructure. He is based in Sydney. "Mark is an experienced and strong performer."

Scott Budd is highly sought after for his advice, both on the development of large-scale construction projects, and on high-stakes disputes arising from such projects. "Scott is extremely knowledgeable. He is very easy to get along with, and is very approachable." "He has great experience, and his efficiency and communication style is excellent."