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Maddocks

Construction

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Australia


Maddocks

Rankings

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Construction - Australia

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Maddocks' highly regarded construction group frequently attracts mandates from the transportation, residential, mining and natural resources sectors, and serves a diverse clientele of contractors, state government and regulatory bodies. The firm regularly advises on the establishment of D&C arrangements, and is adept at representing building groups as well as public authorities in complex contractor disputes arising out of infrastructure projects.

Work Highlights

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  • Maddocks advised Martinus Rail in its dispute with Qube over the termination of a AUD140 million construction contract, involving injunctions, contract management, adjudication advice and representation in judicial review and appeal proceedings in New South Wales courts.

Strengths

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  • The Maddocks construction team are excellent across all areas. They're responsive, easy to work with and can handle the most complex matters. They've gone above and beyond to understand our business.

    Construction respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Maddocks demonstrated a strong understanding of the commercial priorities in large workplace projects. They provided practical, solutions-focused advice tailored to the realities of construction.

    Construction respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Andrew Pitney
    Band 3Andrew Pitney

    Andrew Pitney

    Andrew Pitney is based in Melbourne and regularly advises clients on PPP delivery issues and contractual arrangements underpinning significant energy and construction projects.

  • Band 4Andrew Chapman
    Band 4Andrew Chapman

    Andrew Chapman

    Andrew Chapman regularly assists government bodies with the contractual aspects and delivery of strategic infrastructure projects. He is based in Sydney.

    • Andrew continues to be exceptional in his ability to understand our challenges and the uniqueness of our business. He provides efficient, effective and robust guidance.

      Construction respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Andrew is very knowledgeable and effective in the construction space. He is an effective negotiator, able to pivot in difficult situations.

      Construction respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 4Mathew Stulic
    Band 4Mathew Stulic

    Mathew Stulic

    Mathew Stulic maintains a busy contentious practice in the firm's Sydney office, acting in construction disputes for contractors, principals, owners and state governments. His contentious expertise covers a comprehensive range of disciplines, including litigation, domestic and international arbitration, mediation, adjudication and expert determination.

    • Mathew Stulic is very reliable, responsive and provides extremely sound practical guidance.

      Construction respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Mathew Stulic is always available to provide a commercial response. He also has a great team.

      Construction respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 4Paul Woods
    Band 4Paul Woods

    Paul Woods

    Paul Woods is an experienced, Melbourne-based litigator who acts for both government bodies and contractors in construction disputes.

    • Paul Woods is very strong when it comes to construction and disputes. He's incredibly experienced and very skilled as an advocate in terms of manning his own mediations.

      Construction respondentAsia-Pacific
    • I highly recommend Paul Woods. He's an excellent operator.

      Construction respondentAsia-Pacific

Ranked Individuals at Maddocks (4)

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