Ryan has six years’ experience in the construction law space having dedicated himself to the area since his admission. He has completed two secondments, both in an on-site and in-house capacity, and has extensive experience regarding the inner workings of construction companies and their day-to-day operations.
He is passionate about all facets of construction law and assists clients throughout a project’s lifecycle from contract negotiation through to pragmatically resolving complex disputes, should they arise. He is focused on working with his clients to help ensure they can get on with the job of delivering successful and profitable projects.
Project highlights
Harts Range, Department of Defence
Advising on a major subcontractor dispute, including advising on complex legal and commercial strategies to defend against major claims brought by a major subcontractor.
JCU Innovation Centre
Assisting the client with recovery of unfixed materials following subcontractor insolvency, including providing commercial and legal assistance to ensure continuation of the works.
Centre for National Resilience
Assisted our client to develop efficient strategies to recover significant sums in an adjudication.
As the last mouth in the payment food chain, subcontractors face a constant battle recovering payment for their work. A subcontractor’s charge allows a subbie to jump the queue to be paid first. This is a useful tool to keep on your belt, especially if you are concerned your upstream contractor is experiencing financial difficulties.
You have served, or been served, with a payment claim – so what’s next? This article provides practical tips on the assessment and preparation of payment schedules.
If you have ever experienced delays in payments from your principal, the good news is that there is now an easier and more efficient way to secure your contractual entitlements.
