DWF

Lex is a Principal Lawyer in DWF's Projects and Construction team, and is based DWF's Brisbane.

Principal Lawyer

With more than 25 years experience working on projects, I structure and document projects, strategically positioning my clients during the delivery phase and resolves disputes. I project manage the delivery of legal services in all facets of my practice, a key element in ensuring successful outcomes.

I have acted for state and local government and corporate clients on significant construction and infrastructure projects across a variety of industries. Industries covered by my experience include transport, retail, water, aged care and government. The “standard” approach to projects needs to be challenged, particularly where that will lead to less than optimal outcomes. I have tailored contracts so as to deliver the parties’ objectives; eg. through aligning them using relationship drivers.

I am experienced in all forms of dispute resolution. In addition to traditional forms (such as litigation, arbitration, expert adjudication), I have utilised a variety of alternative dispute resolution processes (eg. Dispute Resolution Board) to deliver outstanding outcomes for clients. I have been at the forefront of the security of payment (BCIPA) process acting for clients to create new authorities as part of delivering successful outcomes.

Australian Water Association Construction Law Committee(Queensland Law Society)