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Construction - Australia

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Thomson Geer has an established practice that provides front-end construction expertise, particularly in the energy and transport infrastructure areas. It acts for a client roster of construction and engineering contractors, as well as government authorities. It has a strong focus on assisting clients with tenders and the negotiation of D&C and EPC contracts. It also advises in relation to disputes arising from substantial construction projects.

Work Highlights

  • Thomson Geer advised Australian construction company Roberts Co on its bid with Webuild for the design and construction of the AUD1.8 billion Women and Babies Hospital in Perth, Western Australia.

Strengths

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Thomson Geer understand our business. This allows them to get across complex construction issues quickly and with ease, giving me legal advice that is both pragmatic and commercially astute.

Construction respondent
Asia-Pacific

The firm have a considered and strategic approach to all matters, with a strong focus on practical outcomes. The team are highly accessible, always willing to take a call and provide guidance.

Construction respondent
Asia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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Andrew Kelly
4
Andrew Kelly
4
Band 4

Andrew Kelly maintains a versatile contentious practice from the Brisbane office of Thomson Geer, handling claims pertaining to delays and variations in construction or to design and operational issues in infrastructure projects.

Andrew is very responsive and a good communicator. He is extremely knowledgeable in construction law.

Andrew Kelly understands our business and has exceptional technical abilities to cut to the crux of the matter, providing sound, expert construction advice.

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Franco Aversa
5
Franco Aversa
5
Band 5

Franco Aversa often assists contractors with major infrastructure and construction projects. He is based in Sydney.

Franco is brilliant. He is wonderful to work with, professional and accommodating in all aspects. He's also smart and able to articulate key legal points.

Franco truly understands the nuances of our business and offers advice tailored to our specific needs. What truly sets him apart is his exceptional commercial awareness and vision.

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Phillip Coady
5
Phillip Coady
5
Band 5

Phillip Coady is based in the firm's Sydney office and often acts on major rail and road projects for JVs and contractors. He is adept at both front-end work and back-end work, including international arbitrations.

Phil's expertise and dedication have been invaluable to our success. I cannot speak highly enough of the exceptional service and professionalism he consistently provides.

Phil is very responsive to clients' needs and has a clear understanding of our business.

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Andrew Kelly
4
Andrew Kelly
4
Band 4
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Franco Aversa
5
Franco Aversa
5
Band 5
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Phillip Coady
5
Phillip Coady
5
Band 5
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