A&L Goodbody LLP’s construction group is well-equipped to handle the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious mandates across various sectors, including the housing, data centre, hotel and logistics spaces. Led by Conor Owens, the team is sought out by funders, contractors and developers for its adept handling of complex development transactions and disputes arising from major projects. Eamonn Gill is well-regarded for his extensive experience in advisory work, and Jamie Rattigan is a key contact, particularly active in large-scale property and infrastructure construction projects, while Clare Cashin is a strong choice for construction disputes.

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.

Rory Kirrane SC leads Mason Hayes & Curran LLP’s well-established construction practice, which has expertise assisting clients in complex and high-value construction disputes. The group is well placed to advise on large-scale energy projects and commercial development work, such as residential, office and healthcare construction and design work. Across various sectors, Shane Dolan continues to demonstrate his strong development practice, while Hannah Devoy enjoys a strong reputation assisting clients in infrastructure, renewable energy and regulated utilities disputes. Also specialising in contentious matters, Robert Rooney actively leads adjudications and represents clients in conciliations and mediations.

McCann FitzGerald LLP’s construction team, led by Stephen Proctor, is well-regarded for advising public and private sector clients on significant projects, particularly with project finance aspects. The group advises on various stages of construction projects, including procurement, strategy, contract negotiation and risk analysis elements, with particular expertise advising in public sector projects. The group also has a strong dispute resolution offering. Barrett Chapman and Kevin Kelly bring a wealth of experience to the team. Also active on major mandates are Jamie McGee and Sean Carr, who advise on prominent developments and significant public infrastructure projects. Maeve Mac Dermott Casement is another key team member.

William Fry LLP’s team advises a diverse mix of domestic and international clients, including private developers, state bodies, local authorities and financial institutions, on various construction projects. The group has experience across significant transactions, spanning town centre, office and mixed-use developments, as well as broadband/major state infrastructure construction projects. Liam McCabe spearheads the practice, with particular expertise in complex development projects. Another name to note is Jarleth Heneghan, who is highly regarded for his work on both contentious and non-contentious project matters.

Led by Martin Cooney, the growing team forming Byrne Wallace Shields LLP’s construction practice is a key port of call for private and public sector clients. Though the team provides advice along every stage of the construction cycle, the team is particularly active across contentious mandates, regularly acting in court proceedings and a range of alternative dispute resolution processes. In particular, Cooney maintains a strong and varied docket, having recently represented employers, consultants and contractors in adjudications, conciliation, mediations and arbitrations.

Working on key projects across the public and private sectors, the construction team at Matheson LLP regularly represents contractors, developers, employers and project funders. Rhona Henry, head of the group, advises investors, developers, contractors and project funders on the procurement, design, financing and delivery of major developments, as well as assisting with key infrastructure/capital projects and construction financings. Also of note is Ruadhán Kenny, who assists a diverse and high-profile client base in various contentious construction matters; Nicola Dunleavy is also a key contact for construction disputes. Mary Liz Mahony joined the practice in January 2026, adding notable transaction expertise.

Angelyn Rowan leads Philip Lee LLP’s team in offering planning, procurement, project finance, core construction contract drafting/negotiation and dispute resolution advice to the construction industry. The group regularly advises on large development and construction projects for ports, and for clients in the healthcare, housing and education sectors. Though a substantial portion of the team’s work is across the public sector, it is also well-positioned to assist private sector clients.

Headed by Finola McCarthy, RDJ LLP’s construction team advises on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious construction matters. Well-equipped to handle both public and private work, the group is instructed by key clients such as private hospital operators, pharmaceutical companies, universities and public bodies. McCarthy is well-positioned to advise on significant healthcare, education, pharmaceutical and infrastructure related projects, and all types of procurement projects.

Addleshaw Goddard’s construction team is headed by the ‘extremely knowledgeable’ and ‘commercially aware’ Margaret Austin, who is active across many contentious and non-contentious mandates. International and domestic developers, funders, contractors, state bodies and Approved Housing Bodies turn to the group for assistance with large commercial and industrial developments, distillery projects, student accommodation and social housing developments. The team is particularly active in the infrastructure and energy sectors and was recently bolstered by Killian Maher and Jack Kennedy.

Beale & Co LLP is sought out by construction companies for its advice on all stages of private developments, as well as large-scale civil engineering projects. Led by Killian Dorney, the team handles a variety of non-contentious and contentious mandates, with experience assisting contractors and design consultants with various disputes, including Commercial Court and High Court proceedings.

Richard Stowe leads the Beauchamps LLP team to provide clients with advice at all stages of construction projects, particularly across the infrastructure, housing and commercial development sectors. The group is well-equipped to draft project documentation and advise on contract administration, as well as running and managing dispute resolution processes. Fiona Egan is a strong choice for energy, data centre and housing projects, with a client base spanning developers, local authorities, utilities, contractors, lenders and institutional investors.

The construction practice at Eversheds Sutherland, headed by Kim O’Neill, advises on contentious and non-contentious matters across construction projects. The team acts for clients such as institutional investors, private equity funds, lenders, developers, contractors, consultants and suppliers, working on major industry contracts and bespoke project agreements. The group's non-contentious work includes handling various development and development financing matters, while contentious work includes assisting with disputes arising from defects, delays and defaults.