The Dublin team at international construction and insurance specialist Beale & Co LLP demonstrates ‘strong skills and knowledge’ in contentious matters in the sector, frequently representing engineers, architects, contractors and valuers in high-profile construction litigation, in addition to handling an increasing volume of conciliations and adjudications relating to large commercial and residential developments. Killian Dorney, who also provides advice on construction project documentation, Tara Cosgrove, Niamh Loughran and Sarah Conroy jointly head the practice.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘As a specialist law firm, Beale & Co has particular expertise in its chosen sectors. They have a strong team locally which possesses a very good understanding of professional liability exposure and the particular needs of those operating within the construction industry. They adopt a very collaborative approach and are dedicated to serving their clients’ interests at all times.’

  • ‘Tara Cosgrove and Killian Dorney have a wealth of experience in construction and dispute resolution matters. They bring clarity to some complex legal issues and are very competent, personable and trustworthy solicitors.'

  • 'All lawyers are experienced in their sectors and adopt a very sensible and pragmatic approach. As well as their strong technical ability, they understand what real client support looks like. A knowledgeable and approachable group of solicitors.’

  • ‘Beale & Co offers consistently excellent legal services, demonstrating strong skills and knowledge in dealing with construction claims. They provide timely advice and explain the issue and process. Because they are a smaller firm, the partners have a high level of involvement in the cases, which ensures a satisfactory outcome.’

  • ‘The team has strong experience dealing with construction claims, which allows them to provide legal strategies which protect clients from nuisance claims or reach a reasonable settlement when needed. Sarah Conroy is strong in particularly contentious cases.’

  • ‘The practice stands out from other competitors in the way that it personalizes its business dealings with its clients. Individuals are always available outside of core business hours to react to changing situations. Its billing methods are open and transparent, often containing write-downs when the scope of works increases, reflecting the company's ethos of partnership.’

  • ‘Killian Dorney brings an open and rounded approach to various forms of contract disputes and has a wealth of knowledge, very often supported by case law reference.'

  • ‘The team at Beale's Dublin office provides an excellent professional service in the area of construction-related claims. Strengths of the team include the team’s availability and engagement, together with the appropriate levels of resourcing and overall case management, and the ability to understand complex technical and commercial issues. Beale continues to produce key information notes at a time when sound advice and guidance is needed by the construction sector.’

Key clients

  • Arup Consulting Engineers
  • Axiseng Ltd
  • O’Reilly Stuart & Associates
  • Punch Consulting
  • O’Connor Sutton Cronin
  • Tobin Consulting Engineers
  • The Association of Consulting Engineers Ireland
  • RPS Consulting Engineers
  • Barrett Mahoney
  • AECOM

Work highlights

  • Acting on behalf of a construction consultant in the defence of a series of cases with asserted quantum of €400 million to €500 million.
  • Acting for a number of leading construction companies on a retainer basis, providing advice on various issues such as professional appointments as well as main contracts and subcontracts for contractors.
  • Advising a consulting engineer and their professional indemnity insurer in relation to a claim for c.€20 million made following the discovery and remediation of defects during a building conversion.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Killian Dorney, Tara Cosgrove, Niamh Loughran, Sarah Conroy