A&L Goodbody LLP is home to a deep bench of construction specialists who advise contractors, developers, and funders active across various sectors, including data centres, logistics, residential, and transport. It is well placed to assist clients with the full gamut of matters, from procurement issues and contract drafting to the construction and commissioning phases, and litigation. Practice chair Conor Owens is equally adept handling contentious and non-contentious construction matters. Eamonn Gill is an expert in construction contracts, regularly receiving instructions from some of the largest multinational corporations, while Jamie Rattigan brings experience in matters related to real estate and construction management. Siobhan Kearney is the other key name to note. Enda O’Keeffe left the firm in 2024.

The construction practice at Arthur Cox provides support to employers, investors, developers, contractors, funders and public entities with various projects across a range of sectors, including technology, energy, telecoms and infrastructure. Karen Killoran leads the practice, which stands out for its expertise in handling contentious and transactional construction law matters. Niamh McGovern specialises in energy-focused disputes and infrastructure, transport and PPP sectors. Shane O’Neill assists developers and institutional investors with the entire life cycle of construction and energy projects. Ciara Dooley and Maeve Crockett are also singled out for their contributions.

Mason Hayes & Curran LLP‘s construction practice is routinely instructed by developers, contractors and lenders seeking advisory, transactional and contentious support on a range of construction projects. The group is particularly strong in advising on the construction aspects of infrastructure and energy projects. The practice is led by Rory Kirrane SC, who specialises in construction litigation, and Shane Dolan, who excels in advising on real estate and construction transactions. Hannah Devoy routinely represents clients in engineering and infrastructure litigation, an area where Robert Rooney is also prominent.

The team at McCann FitzGerald LLP has a ‘high level of experience and expertise in the area of construction’ and acts for a stellar client roster across a diverse array of sectors, from energy and financial services to infrastructure and manufacturing. Its expertise covers both advisory and contentious work, with particular areas of strength being financing, contract management, and construction arbitration and litigation. Practice head Kevin Kelly excels at supporting developers, contractors, consultants and funders on construction and infrastructure projects. Barrett Chapman is adept at assisting with transactional mandates, as well as handling dispute resolution matters related to construction and real estate. Other key names to note include Seán Carr, Jamie McGee and Maeve Mac Dermott Casement.

William Fry LLP's core focus lies in handling both contentious and non-contentious matters related to construction and engineering projects on behalf of developers, local authorities, government departments and financial institutions. Practice chair Liam McCabe is an expert in the field of development and public private partnership projects, regularly receiving instructions from some of the largest domestic and international private and public entities. Jarleth Heneghan is well-versed in both advisory construction work and litigation. Bryanna Ryan and Cassandra Byrne are also noted.

LK Shields Solicitors LLP and Byrne Wallace merged at the beginning of 2025 to form Byrne Wallace Shields LLP. The construction offering spans all stages of the project lifecycle, handling contentious and contractual issues for private and public sector clients in the residential, transport, and energy industries. Practice head Martin Cooney has expertise in contract negotiation and litigation, appearing frequently before the administrative, civil, and commercial courts in disputes. Jamie Ritchie assists with the full spectrum of construction projects and is also noted for his experience as a litigator, advising on construction and transactional disputes. Fergal Ruane is highly regarded for PPP, infrastructure, and commercial matters.

Eversheds Sutherland’s practice regularly handles the full gamut of data centre, infrastructure and residential projects for clients including banks, institutional investors, private equity funds, developers and contractors. The group advises on regulatory investigations and acquisitions of property. Dermot McEvoy has rounded expertise in the full lifecycle of construction matters and is known for his dispute expertise. Seán Scally has extensive experience in the development and financing of energy and infrastructure assets. Lisa Boyd leads on procurement and construction-related disputes.

With a strong track record advising on the development of projects and land acquisition, Matheson LLP counts a diverse array of clients from the pharmaceutical and tech sectors among its clients. The team is very experienced in advising major contractors, developers and funders on construction disputes. The practice is chaired by a duo comprising Rhona Henry and Nicola Dunleavy, who also lead the commercial litigation team. Other key team members include Alison Bearpark and Ruadhán Kenny.

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, renowned for her robust sector knowledge, co-heads the team with Claire Cashin, an expert in construction disputes.

RDJ LLP’s construction team offers tailored legal expertise across all stages of construction, engineering and infrastructure projects. The group advises on high-value PPP projects, complex construction contracts and contentious matters and has significant experience in the public, residential development, education and healthcare sectors. Finola McCarthy leads the team. Donal Twomey, who predominantly advises on contentious matters, and Shane O’Connor are also noted.

Addleshaw Goddard‘s team provides comprehensive advice across industrial, high-value residential and social housing developments, where the team’s clients include major housing associations. The team handles contentious and non-contentious matters and has seen recent significant activity in the private rented and energy sectors. Practice head Margaret Austin  has an impressive depth of knowledge in the negotiation of building contracts with contractors, consultants and vendors of bespoke developments. Siobhan Kenny is also noted.

The team at Beale & Co LLP is sought after for its excellence in construction-related claims and large disputes, particularly seeing a recent uptick in work for contractors and design consultants. The firm has a deep understanding of breach of contract, contract review, professional negligence and contributory negligence in this area. Practice head Killian Dorney  is noted for his understanding of both contracts and adjudication processes in relation to residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.

Maples Group is well-versed in handling adjudications for high-profile contractors and has strengths in advising on all stages of the project lifecycle, from development to finance transactions. The group its able to draw on the expertise of its insurance, tax and funds teams to advise developers. Mary Liz Mahony is strong on the transactional side, focusing on commercial and residential development matters.