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Mills Oakley

Construction

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We have a proven track record advising on iconic, high profile developments in the commercial, residential and infrastructure space.

Legal work in the construction and property development industries requires a comprehensive understanding of process and risk, and an ability to apply this understanding to all aspects of a project. Our team has dedicated experts in their respective fields and for both transactional matters and disputes, ensuring that clients get the highest quality advice and representation.

We assist with the negotiation, drafting and entry into effective development and construction contracts that meet clients’ commercial risk allocation requirements. Our advice on potential claims and disputes is focussed on maximising our clients’ positions, while minimising expenditure on costly disputes.

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Construction - Australia

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Mills Oakley is regularly instructed on front-end construction matters as well as related disputes from its offices in Sydney and Brisbane. It offers expertise in urban redevelopment and property developments for residential, retail, hospitality and healthcare purposes, as well as infrastructure matters in the transport sphere. The team regularly advises property developers, contractors and other stakeholders on the negotiation of construction contracts.

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Work Highlights

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  • Mills Oakley successfully acted for Rimfire Energy in Federal Court of Australia proceedings concerning responsibility for delays and liquidated damages on the construction of the Batchelor Solar Farm and Hudson Creek Power Station.

Strengths

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  • Mills Oakley stand out for their quality of advice and responsiveness. The team have a good understanding of the market.

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  • The Mills Oakley team are able to quickly comprehend issues and provide clear, concise and relevant advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Scott Laycock
    Scott Laycock

    Scott Laycock

    Scott Laycock is a versatile, Sydney-based practitioner who advises on a variety of practice area issues, including complex construction disputes, construction contracts and new development projects. He acts for a similarly diverse clientele, embracing consultants, contractors, developers, institutions and public bodies.

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