The guide provides a pragmatic overview of construction law and practice in various jurisdictions. The WATER chapter of this guide provides an overview of current trends affecting construction in the UAE and covers all stages of a construction project`s life cycle, from procurement, financing and licensing to issues related to notification, liability, termination and dispute resolution. 14:30 How to speed up the resolution of your construction disputes This panel will discuss the effectiveness of alternative dispute resolution (such as dispute resolution bodies and expert identification) in expediting construction dispute resolution, as well as some tools that can be used to make construction arbitration faster and more cost-effective. James is a partner in Reed Smith`s Energy and Natural Resources group. He is an arbitrator with over 15 years of experience and his practice focuses on complex disputes and international arbitration, primarily in the construction, offshore oil and gas and other energy industries. Beale & Company Solicitors LLP is a construction law firm with a team of “experienced” construction arbitration lawyers who provide “timely, pragmatic and sound advice”. The firm has a wide range of expertise and advises on international arbitration and front-end aspects of construction and engineering projects. Managing Partner Claire Miller is an “economically strong and robust lawyer” specializing in construction and insurance litigation. Lyndon Richards has extensive experience drafting and negotiating contracts for various construction and infrastructure projects. Sadaff Habib, Jeremy Russell and Nadia Paliwalla are also mentioned.
His experience includes participation in court hearings and arbitrations in Saudi Arabia in the areas of construction, administrative law, labour, shipping, insurance, banking, intellectual property and property, and he has successfully negotiated a speedy resolution of a dispute thus avoided by the court or arbitral tribunal. David Risbridger is “excellent” and leads the construction team at Simmons & Simmons Middle East. Leonie Sellers, Managing Partner, who covers litigation and non-contentious construction matters, and Harriet Jenkins, who focuses on international arbitration and construction-related disputes, provide additional support. “Cheryl Cairns and April Baynes are an impressive team that works together not only to provide a great legal product, but also to provide timely and timely strategic advice that helps manage the legal process and corporate expectations.” Multi-lane motorway project in Europe – FIDIC Red Book Representative of a European government in an ICC arbitration against a contractor in connection with the construction of a multi-lane motorway (FIDIC Red Book). Based in Abu Dhabi, Tim Burbury leads King & Spalding LLP`s non-controversial construction offering and has extensive experience advising on high-quality construction projects. Burbury`s expertise also includes the construction of “mega” projects. Randall Walker and Patrick McPherson are also based in Abu Dhabi and both have extensive practices in construction, energy and infrastructure litigation. The team welcomed James Clark, Senior Partner, who joined Clifford Chance in May 2021.
Sami is an international arbitration specialist specializing in international commercial arbitration and investor–state arbitration. He has represented clients in arbitration proceedings under all major arbitration rules and also regularly acts as an arbitrator. Sami has particular expertise in disputes with the Middle East and North Africa. His experience includes advising clients on a variety of commercial disputes, including joint venture and shareholder agreements, spas, production sharing agreements, and distribution and agency agreements in various sectors such as oil and gas, banking, real estate, telecommunications, defence, travel, media and construction. Sami is also Vice President of the LCIA Arab Users Council and a member of the LCIA Tribunal. The construction team at Habib Al Mulla & Partners, a member firm of Baker & McKenzie International, is led by Habib Al Mulla. Kate Corby specializes in construction and engineering disputes. Senior counsel Sally Kotb is also mentioned. After completing his research, Andrew Mackenzie left the company.
“I have worked with a partner, Dean O`Leary, on construction matters and find the practice challenging in its high standards of quality work – both in production and procurement. The responsiveness is very good, as is the desire to have VCs in the very short term. Michael has been ranked as a leading construction lawyer in The Legal 500 UAE, a leading lawyer in Legal 500 Qatar in Legal 500 Qatar and has just been included in the Legal 500 Power list for Middle East arbitration 2022. Michael advises clients in the areas of contract management, dispute prevention and construction arbitration. Michael also has extensive experience brokering construction projects and negotiating construction contracts. Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP manages contentious and non-contentious construction mandates and has extensive experience advising clients in the airport and transportation, residential, defense, hospitality and energy sectors. Richard Davies, Practice Director, has “extensive experience” and his practice includes cross-border construction disputes and transaction advice. Charles Lilley specializes in construction and engineering litigation, with particular experience advising Chinese contractors in the region and is assisted by Justin Jie Zhang, a lawyer qualified by the PRC. Anna Gee and Richard Dupay are also mentioned.
Pinsent Masons LLP has an established presence in PPPs, renewables and infrastructure. Tim Armsby has advised major infrastructure projects from Saudi Arabia to Jordan. Gurmeet Kaur and Catherine Workman, Regional Managing Partner, have extensive PPP and construction practices. Mark Raymont is another important figure and leads the construction litigation offering. George Booth leaves the company. Peter Smith, Legal Director, Charles Russell Speechly`s The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) “Knowledge of the local legal environment and pragmatic approach to business to find solutions”. “They had a deep understanding of the complex factual, technical and legal issues in this case. They gave the client pragmatic and helpful advice on a range of topics and responded very well to the client`s requests for advice and feedback. They helped conduct a large arbitration hearing with great skill, determination and tactical skill. “4 Pump Court is a state-of-the-art and innovative room in terms of resources, price and approach. One of the leading chambers in the field of construction and energy litigation at that time. The availability is excellent and the willingness to market together is very refreshing.
4 Pump Court is engaged by local and regional companies as well as in-house teams for a variety of construction projects, with transportation projects being a focal point. Other areas of expertise include construction-related work in shipbuilding, telecommunications and offshore construction. Sean Brannigan QC is co-head of the chambers and advises some of the region`s leading EPC contractors and government agencies. Rachel Ansell QC is another exceptional silk with a wide range of expertise ranging from hydropower to natural gas. Other important names include Lynne McCafferty QC, James Leabeater QC and Claire Packman QC. “At the partner level, we mainly deal with Masood Afidi; His involvement in the PIP sector clearly distinguishes him from others. We also appreciate his collaborative approach, as sometimes multiple law firms are working on a specific transaction and/or project (if you have multiple stakeholders). “Daniel Xu. Excellent advice and responsiveness to requests. Can give very practical advice and not just static legal analysis that is not useful for a business. Andreas Haberbeck heads the real estate group of Derayah LLPC – Saudilegal and is known for handling transactional work and contentious construction matters. “Crown Office Chambers has an exciting and growing team of building lawyers who are often tasked with some of the most well-known cases on the market.” Matthew Crawford, General Legal and Compliance Counsel, Mantrac Group CMS, focuses on representing clients in the energy, construction and infrastructure sectors in litigation.
Oil and gas, energy and infrastructure are important assets. Greg leads the firm`s construction practice in the Middle East and advises clients on construction and engineering disputes. Middle East CEO Adrian Bell is another big name specializing in international infrastructure and construction litigation. Courtney Rothery is also mentioned. “What sets CC apart is that, in addition to her legal and technical knowledge, she has extensive knowledge of the construction industry and a keen business acumen.” “Karie Akeelah is an outstanding lawyer in the area of construction disputes in the region. She is massively committed to her clients and works well with client and expert teams. A true leader. Squire Patton Boggs assists clients in all aspects of infrastructure construction and development. Clients include general contractors, EPC contractors, governments, private developers and project proponents.