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Provided by William Fry LLP

The Construction Group at William Fry is the leading construction practice in Ireland. We combine unrivalled legal expertise with extensive commercial experience of the projects and construction sector both in the domestic market and overseas.

Our legal expertise, in-depth industry knowledge and commercial approach gives our clients the confidence that the legal and contractual risks relevant to their project will be identified, evaluated and managed in a timely and cost effective manner.

Our experience, acting for both public and private clients, extends across all sectors, including:

  • National/Local Government
  • Healthcare
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Utilities -Energy/Water/Communications
  • Infrastructure -Rail/Ports/Roads
  • Prison/Accommodation
  • Education
  • Waste Management
  • Retail
  • Hotel/Leisure/Sports
  • Commercial Office
  • Industry & Refining

We have significant experience in advising and working with procuring authorities, sponsors, developers, operators and funders where projects are structured as Public Private Partnerships (PPP). 


Our construction expertise and experience covers both construction (non-contentious) and dispute resolution (contentious construction) activities.

Clients (12)

  • Hines/King Street Capital
  • Diageo
  • Department of Climate, Energy & the Environment
  • National Asset Management Agency (NAMA)/Receiver
  • GA Development Fund ICAV
  • Hines/Peterson
  • Edwards Lifesciences
  • Arora Hotels
  • Kennedy Wilson
  • Digital Realty Trust
  • Dublin Airport Authority (daa) plc
  • Hines GREIT II Ireland Fund ICAV

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Construction - Ireland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
William Fry has a leading team for non-contentious construction law matters, including transactions, joint ventures and contract negotiations. The law firm advises on a range of construction projects from commercial to residential real estate developments and redevelopments, including student accommodation and hotels. It represents major contractors from both the international and domestic markets alongside clients in the financial and life sciences sectors. The legal team also advises on procurement issues. It has further experience in contentious matters around delays and construction defects.
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Strengths

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  • The team has exceptional leadership, with a strong team in support.

    Construction respondentEurope

  • William Fry provides excellent, proactive service and advice.

    Construction respondentEurope

  • William Fry offers commercial acumen and problem solving.

    Construction respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Liam McCabe
    Liam McCabe

    Liam McCabe

    Liam McCabe regularly advises on the construction of residential and commercial property developments, including high-profile regeneration and redevelopment projects. He also represents clients in judicial reviews and before the High Court.

    • Liam McCabe is an industry leader and top-tier lawyer with superb strategic vision.

      Construction respondentEurope
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  • Jarleth Heneghan
    Jarleth Heneghan

    Jarleth Heneghan

    Jarleth Heneghan is a notable market presence who advises on a variety of construction projects, including retail developments, office spaces and data centres. He also assists with infrastructure developments and represents clients in disputes over delays and defects.

    • Jarleth Heneghan provides great service and advice.

      Construction respondentEurope

    • With Jarleth, we achieved the outcome we set out. He is excellent.

      Construction respondentEurope
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  • Bryanna Ryan
    Bryanna Ryan

    Bryanna Ryan

    Bryanna Ryan advises both domestic and international clients on contentious and non-contentious construction mandates, including contractual agreements, financing and disputes concerning contract terminations.
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  • Cassandra Byrne
    Cassandra Byrne

    Cassandra Byrne

    Cassandra Byrne offers experience advising developers on disputes with contractors. She offers further experience assisting with non-contentious matters, including hotel and mixed-use developments.

    • All working experiences with Cassandra have been positive ones.

      Construction respondentEurope
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