Legal + Advisory services to the construction industry
We’re here to advise you on every stage of your construction project, from initial contractual structuring advice and procurement to project management, contact administration and dispute avoidance and resolution. We act for developers, contractors, sub-contractors and consultants with support through the entire life cycle.
We provide solutions for the entire construction life cycle through project inception, execution and delivery.
Our Offering
Project structuring
We advise developers and contractors on the most efficient construction and procurement methods.
Contract drafting
We draft and negotiate contractual documents including consultancy arrangements and construction contracting, utilising design build, build only, cost plus or alliance contracting methods.
Contract administration
We assist with all aspects of contract administration through the life cycle of a project.
Infrastructure agreements
We negotiate infrastructure agreements, including embedded network agreements and arrangements with energy and utility providers.
Dispute avoidance
We provide strategic advice to promote negotiated settlements as a mechanism of dispute avoidance, when commercially sensible to do so.
Builder's bonds
We provide advice on the the strata builder’s bond and inspection regime required pursuant to the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW).
Security of payment
We advise on and administer claims relating to security of payment regimes in Australian jurisdictions.
Dispute resolution
We advise on alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, as well as traditional dispute resolution forums such as litigation and arbitration.
Team Leader
Duane Keighran
Managing Director
Duane Keighran acts for developers, hotel operators, investors, fund managers, ASX-listed and foreign funds, landlords, tenants, Community Housing Providers (CHPs), Indigenous businesses and government departments.
He has received recognition in legal directories and has been noted as “well respected for his work with clients”. Duane is also recommended in Who’s Who Legal for Hospitality in Australia and is listed in Best Lawyers in Australia for Real Property Law.
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duane.keighran@keighranlegal.com
+61 2 8231 9900
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