Construction
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Australia
Band 3
Contact number
+61 2 9330 8000Chambers Review
Norton Rose Fulbright represents construction contractors as well as government entities in the design, construction and operational aspects of major transportation projects, including roads, railways and ports. It also focuses on a wide range of EPC matters in the renewable energy sector. The team covers complex disputes and has won appointments from public authorities and contractors alike. Norton Rose Fulbright fields project finance expertise, representing lenders and sponsors with regard to large projects in the energy, land and air transport sectors. Key clients include CWP Renewables, AirTrunk and Investa.
Work Highlights
- Norton Rose Fulbright advised a consortium led by CWP Global and Intercontinental Energy on the AUD100 billion project to build the Western Green Energy Hub.
- Norton Rose Fulbright advised V5 Pitt Street Trust on all aspects of the construction contract for the redevelopment of the City Tattersalls Club.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Norton Rose Fulbright have a very large team which also brings a depth of expertise. They have lots of junior talent rising through the ranks, and the service levels are good."
"Norton Rose Fulbright provide the knowledge, expertise and the resources to handle complex and sophisticated matters. Their service exceeds expectations."
"Norton Rose Fulbright have a very large team which also brings a depth of expertise. They have lots of junior talent rising through the ranks, and the service levels are good."
"Norton Rose Fulbright provide the knowledge, expertise and the resources to handle complex and sophisticated matters. Their service exceeds expectations."
Notable Practitioners
Kevin Arkwright regularly advises bidders and government clients on complex construction and engineering matters associated with strategic infrastructure projects. He is based in Sydney.
"Kevin's timely advice has proven to be accurate and well considered."
Alex Whiteside represents both public authorities and contractors in disputes arising from major infrastructure and urban development projects.
"Alex handles litigation well. He is very mindful of what impact a litigation can have on an organisation, and he will always find a very reasonable compromise."
Ren Niemann is based in Brisbane and regularly advises public authorities and other parties on major strategic infrastructure construction projects, both in Queensland and further afield.
"Ren provides an exceptional level of service. He has a pragmatic and commercial approach, and a sophisticated understanding of needs of the government sector."
Glen Warwick is an adept defender of contractors involved in construction disputes stemming from significant energy and transport infrastructure projects. Based in Sydney, he offers experience acquired in Australian, Asia-Pacific and Middle Eastern contexts and also handles matters pertaining to contractual law in his field.
"Glen is a highly competent practitioner. He has a good way with clients, and he is deeply knowledgeable about construction law."
"Glen is very user-friendly, available, and practical in his knowledge."