Eversheds Sutherland‘s construction team provides ’clear and robust advice‘ to an extensive client roster of institutional investors, banks, private equity funds, developers and contractors. The firm has significant experience in the development of major urban regeneration, office, data centre, energy infrastructure and residential projects, frequently drawing on its international network to handle pan-European matters. The team also has a strong suit in construction disputes, where the well-regarded Dermot McEvoy is a key contact. Mark Varian leads on construction, projects and energy matters and Conall McLoughlin is also a ’standout‘ name for non-contentious mandates.
Testimonials
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‘Eversheds Sutherland's construction group is a 'go-to' advisor that is always available at short notice to provide clear and robust advice. Invariably, a partner will be available on Teams/Zoom to discuss particular matters.’
‘Dermot McEvoy is one of the foremost construction lawyers in Ireland. He provides robust, pragmatic and clear advice in the most complex circumstances. Dermot is not afraid to challenge the conventions when working for his client. Aidan Kirrane and Siobhan Burke can equally support and provide timely and robust advice to assist their clients. Collectively, the team will work through difficult issues by first understanding their client's needs and making sure that their advice is appropriate, considering those needs. Conall McLoughlin is a standout non-contentious lawyer.’
Key clients
- AIG
- Allied Irish Banks plc
Work highlights
- Advised EirGrid, the Irish electricity transmission system operator, and Réseau de Transport d’Électricité, the French transmission system operator, on their joint procurement and construction of the Celtic Interconnector between Ireland and France.
- Advising Cyrus One on all its data centre developments across Europe.