Arthur Cox continues to advise clients across the entire construction project life cycle, from procurement and delivery issues, to dispute resolution. Head of team Karen Killoran demonstrates her broad expertise in housing and student accommodation, logistics and energy work, handling both transactional and contentious mandates. The team is well-versed to assist employers, contractors, funders, investors and construction professionals in the public, semi-state and private sectors, and is a strong choice for infrastructure, data centre and technology mandates. Niamh McGovern is especially knowledgeable in the energy sector, leading major construction projects. With a focus on non-contentious construction law, Shane O’Neill regularly advises developers and institutional investors on large development projects. Maeve Crockett is another name to note.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘I have worked with Shane O’Neill for a number of years and continue to be impressed by his breadth of knowledge, proactive approach, and strong leadership qualities. He consistently provides clear, pragmatic advice and demonstrates a level of expertise and foresight that sets him apart from competitors.’
- ‘Very good legal and technical knowledge within construction. Ability to deal with complex issues and risk and negotiate on behalf of clients. ’
- ‘Shane O'Neill is one of the best in his field. He understands the issues we face as a company and is very solutions focused.’
- ‘Excellent throughout, very knowledgeable and easy to deal with.’
- ‘Across the full team there is a depth to their understanding and ability to apply the law in the many permutations clients require. The Construction team are really surefooted in everything they undertake.’
- ‘Arthur Cox Construction provide an exceptional service underpinned by experience, sectoral knowledge and leading lawyers in the field. The Arthur Cox Construction team's understanding of the client's needs and requirements is a standout feature of the service they offer.’
Key clients
- Greengate Biogas
- Archer Capital
- Echelon
- Bain Capital
- Power Capital
- Ardstone Capital
- FuturEnergy Ireland
- Land Development Agency
- Focus Education (National Maritime College)
- Valley Healthcare DAC
- Center Parcs
- Irish Life
Work highlights
Advised Echelon on the project development of a portfolio of data centres in Ireland.
Assisted Greengate Biogas as project developer on the construction of its portfolio of biomethane plants in Ireland.
Advised Center Parcs on its expansion of its existing facility in Ireland.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Karen Killoran
Other key lawyers
Niamh McGovern; Ciara Dooley; Shane O’Neill; Maeve Crockett