Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP‘s contentious construction team demonstrates a strong practice representing international clients from the renewable energy and oil and gas sectors. The team is well-versed in all manner of international disputes, routinely handling both arbitrations and adjudications. Co-head Elizabeth Wilson is a key port of call for both project owners and contractors in disputes arising out of energy, mining, and infrastructure projects. Fellow practice head Adam McWilliams is regularly instructed by renewable energy players. The team also draws upon international arbitration specialists Peter Hillerstrom and Lucy Hirsch.
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‘Capable, motivated, client-centred and knowledgeable.’
‘Elizabeth Wilson - clever, unflappable and efficient.'
- 'Melis Acuner - capable of handling even the most demanding of clients.’
‘Adam McWilliams and the wider team are thorough, diligent, great to work with, and always on top of the case material - someone who you definitely want on your side.’
Work highlights
Representing Qatar Foundation in an ICC arbitration against Obrascon Huarte Lain S.A. and Contrack (Cyprus) Limited regarding the Sidra Hospital project in Doha.
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Practice head
Adam McWilliams; Elizabeth Wilson
Other key lawyers
Peter Hillerstrom; Lucy Hirsch; Melis Acuner