Overview
McCann FitzGerald’s Construction Group is one of the largest specialist practices in Ireland, encompassing both commercial and contentious expertise. It has advised leading public and private sector clients on a wide variety of projects ranging from construction schemes to highly technical engineering projects that often have a strong project finance element. Lawyers within our Construction Group provide practical and professional advice on a broad range of contractual issues relating to construction agreements and assist in the drafting and negotiation of all types of contracts arrangements.
Expertise
The depth of experience and range of expertise among our specialist construction lawyers, combined with our commitment to developing a clear understanding of each client's business and needs, mean that we can deliver an effective and focused service, providing real value to our clients. Our team advises on procurement strategy and contracts for major construction and engineering projects across a range of sectors. Our input goes beyond pure contract drafting and encompasses strategic advice and risk management, sound contract administration, disputes avoidance, planning, environmental, health & safety based on our extensive experience of major projects. We are recognised for being pragmatic, commercial and getting the deal done. We aim to add value by facilitating the contract development process, rather than hindering it. Our extensive client list from across the industry testifies to our approach and quality of service.
Directory Comments
For many commentators, McCann FitzGerald boasts the premier construction team in the Irish market. Summed up by clients, the group is “technically excellent and responsive, and brings a really deep knowledge of the construction and insurance industries to the table.” Clients praise the firm’s “great diversity of practice,” and point out that the department houses “a real variety of talent.” Chambers, 2010
McCann FitzGerald wins widespread approval for its "impressive practical knowledge of contract and procurement law", "excellent strength in depth" and "solution-finding approach". The Legal 500, 2010