Set apart by their 'high level of commerciality and broader contextual understanding of risk and strategy, the finance & projects and construction advisory & disputes teams at Pinsent Masons LLP advise on large-scale infrastructure projects, with expertise spanning aviation, road, rail, water, and social infrastructure. It works closely with the firm's environment and planning practice to focus on sustainable designs and materials. In Melbourne, Mark Waddell heads the finance and projects practice; his focus is on contract drafting and advice for major infrastructure projects. The construction team is headed up by Tom Heading, also in Melbourne, with a practice focused on dispute resolution, also an area of strength for Matthew Croagh.
Testimonials
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‘James Morgan-Payler is highly skilled and professional, and able to negotiate difficult legal/commercial positions with great ease.’
‘A personal and attentive service, with a deliberate focus on client expectations.’
Key clients
- Acciona & GenusPlus Group Ltd. Joint Venture
- Terra Verde Joint Venture (comprising Webuild S.p.A., GS Engineering & Construction Australia Pty Ltd and Bouygues Construction Australia Pty Ltd)
Work highlights
- Advised the Acciona & GenusPlus Group Ltd JV on their successful bid on the A$1.4 billion HumeLink East project in New South Wales.
- Advised the Terra Verde JV (Webuild S.p.A., GS Engineering & Construction Australia Pty Ltd and Bouygues Construction Australia Pty Ltd) on Works Package D of the A$5.7 billion Suburban Rail Loop East project in Victoria.