Jones Day is particularly impressive in disputes relating to construction, engineering, procurement and infrastructure projects. John Cooper, who spearheads the practice in Brisbane, is a reference for building, construction, defence and manufacturing clients involved in disputes over major procurement projects. Pip Goldman and Eunice Lim are also key names for construction and engineering disputes, particularly in the energy and resources sectors.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Partners are exceptionally experienced and make themselves available at all times. The associates are well qualified and work product is of a consistently high standard.’

  • ‘John Cooper consistently proves himself as worthy of an industry-leader title and it is not difficult to see why he is sought out for particularly complex and difficult matters.'

  • 'Pip Goldman has demonstrated herself to be acutely aware of the industry sector and prepares thoroughly comprehensive positions that are easily understood and implemented by commercial teams.'

  • 'Eunice Lim is a consummate professional and provides well-considered advice; her attention to detail ensures that there are no gaps which need to be plugged and maintains our company's high standards.’

  • ‘The team bring depth of experience; dedication to clients; technical ability mixed with commercial focus.’

  • ‘The Jones Day team provides prompt and practical strategic advice to achieve the client's aims.’

Key clients

  • Kongsberg Maritime AS
  • Kongsberg Maritime Pte Ltd
  • Kongsberg Maritime Finland OY

Work highlights

Acted for Norwegian, Singaporean, and Finnish Kongsberg Maritime entities in disputes arising from 10 contracts with Keppel Fels Limited, pursuant to which the Kongsberg entities agreed to design, supply and commission equipment for two semisubmersible drilling vessels.

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Practice head

John Cooper

Other key lawyers

Pip Goldman; Eunice Lim; Daniel Chaney