Debevoise & Plimpton LLP‘s bench of ’excellent analytical thinkers’, handle the full range of contentious construction matters, including major ICC arbitrations, offshore wind farm projects, and infrastructure subcontractor disputes. Lord (Peter) Goldsmith KC jointly leads the team with Tony Dymond who splits his time between the London and Hong Kong office. Robert Hoose is another key member of the team, assisting with complex delay, disruption, and defect claims. Partner Jeff Sullivan KC joined from Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher in 2023.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Tony Dymond considers all possible scenarios to ensure the best outcomes for his clients. His solutions are always well researched to ensure that his clients' positions are optimised.'

  • 'Very intellectually capable lawyers.'

  • 'Rob Hoose is incredibly smart and Tony Dymond is a good strategist.'

  • 'Very experienced in all aspects and types of construction and infrastructure projects. Excellent analytical thinkers with strong advocacy skills. Associates are smart and very hard-working.'

  • 'Dedicated to client needs and deadlines. Strong in presentation and trial advocacy skills. Creative in developing solutions to difficult and complex issues. Good communicators of complex information. Very hard workers. Professional with opponents.'

Key clients

  • Barrick Gold Corporation
  • Bechtel Corporation
  • Jacobs Solutions Inc.
  • Mitsui & Co.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Lord (Peter) Goldsmith KC, Tony Dymond

Other key lawyers

Robert Hoose, Jeff Sullivan KC