LK Shields Solicitors LLP
LK Shields Solicitors LLP‘s ’highly experienced‘ construction team advises both domestic and international clients on the development of PRS, social housing, telecoms and transport infrastructure projects, among others, and is noted for its expertise in advising contractors and international entrants to the market. The firm is also a strong performer in construction disputes. Jamie Ritchie, who handles both contentious and non-contentious matters, leads the team, which also includes disputes-focused Ian Lavelle and Seanna Mulrean, a specialist in the telecoms sector.
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Testimonials
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‘The team is now a well-established and ever-growing presence in the construction market in Ireland and further afield. They have recently made an industry hire to the team, something quite unique or different to what one would usually see in the legal sector in Ireland, demonstrating a wider-thinking mindset and the harnessing of multi-disciplinary skills. The team can now draw on both legal and industry expertise all in one place.’
‘Jamie Ritchie is a well-established, renowned and trusted solicitor in his chosen field of work. In any dealings that one ever has with him it is very clear that he is very adept and astute in the field of construction law. Answers are well-thought-out, considered, and advice is always of the top tier.'
'Jamie Ritchie has seemingly a natural ability to understand a legal issue, understand the business, and bring these two sometimes opposing needs together to form well-structured, sound, and diligent legal/commercial advice. He is always readily available and is capable of delivering and engaging with clients in an amicable and friendly manner also. This has always got the added benefit of putting clients at ease and building a confidence and trust in the advice that they are receiving.’
‘The LKS projects and construction team is a small but highly experienced unit ideally placed to provide legal services to small and mid-size construction enterprises. They are well equipped to provide a highly personal service and thrive on establishing strong relationships with their clients. All the members of the team are highly intelligent and motivated with high levels of understanding and experience with construction projects.’
‘Jamie Ritchie has very great experience, including from having worked in the United Kingdom. He has particular experience and expertise in adjudication. Ian Lavelle is an experienced construction litigator.'
'All are very practical and realistic in their approach to and understanding of the legal issues that can arise on a construction project.’
Key clients
- Kajima Ireland Limited
- Glasgiven Contracts Limited
- Elkstone Capital Partners Limited
- Ellwood Homes Development
- Purcell Construction
- Fidelis Insurance Ireland DAC
- Propchain Solutions Limited t/a Prop
- McMahon Design and Management Limited
- CareChoice Group
- Gowan Motor Distribution Limited
- Ameresco Limited
- October Investments
- Seabased
- Crane Hire Limited
Work highlights
- Advising Kajima Ireland Limited in relation to the development and financing of a new 258-home residential scheme in Belmayne, Dublin, as part of a joint venture with Bartra.
- Advised a large UK-based rail contractor on its bid for a substantial construction contract in relation to a new rail project in the south-west region of Ireland.
- Advising McMahon Design and Management in relation to EPCM and O&M contracts for multiple international sub-sea and maritime projects within the Irish maritime area.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jamie Ritchie