Gilbert + Tobin leverages its multi-disciplinary expertise in corporate advisory, finance and construction mattters to support sponsors, contractors, financiers and government entities involved in large-scale projects. In Sydney, construction and infrastructure partner Kon Nakousis represents clients in the negotiation of contracts, namely in relation to wind and solar farms, rail, roads, airports and sporting facilities, and Peter Doyle is recognised for his work in privatisation and social infrastructure PPPs. Alexander Danne leads the practice from Melbourne.
Testimonials
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‘I regard Gilbert + Tobin's greatest strength as its ability to bring together a broad set of skills when working for us on a significant project. And doing so in a seamless, client-facing manner. We have seen this approach bring together finance, construction, litigation and energy, which are often relevant to our larger projects.’
‘In this team we have worked with Alex Danne and Kon Nakousis. They have the necessary expertise in infrastructure projects, understand our business intimately and have the dedication and enthusiasm to get the job done. The team is also well respected by other law firms, making most projects or transactions amiable. Alex Danne and Kon Nakousis are well regarded across the industry.’
Key clients
- Acciona
- Alinta Energy
Work highlights
- Advised the Plenary/Serco consortium on its bid to acquire an 81% joint venture interest (with the State of Victoria retaining 19%) for the operation and modernisation of the VicRoads motor vehicle registration and licensing and custom plates business.
- Advised Plenary Group on its successful bid for the UNSW Health Translation Hub, a marquee commercial and medical research building within the Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct.