Philip Lee LLP has expertise acting for major public bodies, advising on the whole gamut of social housing, residential housing and infrastructure development. The team delivers a well-rounded service from advice on planning and procurement to project finance and construction, with strengths in advising on port projects as well as on student accommodation. It is also assisting with a range of project-delivery models for private clients including PPP arrangements and design-build, employer-design and guaranteed maximum price contracts. The 'excellent' Angelyn Rowan is renowned for her robust sector knowledge. Clare Cashin left the firm in 2025.
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- 'Philip Lee is a firm that exudes excellence and embodies the concepts of diligence, etiquette, and professionalism; it is a firm that is the very definition of class, style, and substance.’
- ‘There is great access to partners in the team, which is vital when dealing with fast-paced construction contracts.’
- ‘Angelyn Rowan is excellent. She is very accessible and responsive and provides excellent strategic advice on complex construction matters. Finola Igoe is one of the best senior associates in the practice. Her work rate is exceptional, and she provides great advice on dealing with complex matters.’
- ‘A firm that specialises in certain areas and does them well, including construction and procurement work.’
- ‘Angelyn Rowan has excellent practicality and deep sector knowledge.’
Work highlights
Advised Ronan Group Real Estate on the construction law aspects of several major developments.
Advised Trinity College Dublin on a variety of construction matters.
Represented Le Chéile Consortium in high court litigation regarding a tender competition.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Angelyn Rowan
Other key lawyers
Finola Igoe; Kerri Crossen