Construction and Engineering

Karen is a highly experienced construction lawyer with a broad practice encompassing a wide range of sectors including: fit out, refurbishment & expansion contracts in the tech, pharmaceutical, agri food and leisure sectors based on employer design, EPC and construction management models; commercial and residential property development agreements and construction contracts including ancillary documentation such as bonds, collateral warranties and design team appointments; and turbine supply and civil contracts including EPC contracting in the wind energy sector. Karen has also advised on dispute avoidance and dispute resolution under all forms of construction and engineering contracts including the Public Works Contracts.

Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators; Member of National Association of Women in Construction; Secretary of CIARB, Irish Branch.

Karen is a partner in the Construction and Engineering Group.

Dip Arb, 2006, University College Dublin; LL.B, 2001, National University of Ireland, Galway; B.Corp. Law, 2000, National University of Ireland, Galway; Admitted as a Solicitor in Ireland, 2005; Admitted as a Solicitor in England and Wales, 2010.