The projects and infrastructure team at A&L Goodbody LLP provides comprehensive support across all stages of complex domestic and cross-border projects. With expertise spanning the energy, transportation, housing, mining, utilities, property development, and telecommunications sectors, the team is well-versed in handling a wide range of issues, including planning, procurement, financing, construction, operation, and decommissioning. Conor Owens has built a strong reputation for advising on contentious and non-contentious construction matters, while Ross Moore, who co-leads the team with him, focuses on the regulatory and financial aspects of gas and energy projects. John Dallas has extensive experience of working with lenders and developers on energy and infrastructure project financing.

Arthur Cox has a longstanding reputation for handling projects and infrastructure for a diverse client base, including banks, corporations, public bodies, developers, and contractors. The firm has a strong track record in managing complex, high-value projects across Ireland, with notable activity in the fast-growing sectors of social housing, data centres, and digital infrastructure. The team offers extensive support with the planning, development, acquisition, disposal, and operation of ancillary and brownfield projects. Aaron Boyle heads the infrastructure, construction and utilities practice and has significant experience handling infrastructure projects in the transport and telecoms sectors. Karen Killoran is especially well-positioned to handle contentious and non-contentious matters in the construction sector, while Danielle Conaghan is known for her expertise in planning and environmental issues. Other key names of note include Niamh McGovern and Ciara Dooley.

Eversheds Sutherland’s projects and PPP team is a trusted advisor to public and private sector clients, with notable expertise in public procurement and infrastructure development. The team frequently assists state bodies and agencies with projects in the social housing and education sectors while advising private companies on procuring large-scale infrastructure projects and data centres. The team is also highly experienced in resolving procurement disputes, particularly between state bodies and bidders. The practice is led by Peter Curran, who is equipped to handle commercial, regulatory, and contractual aspects of PPP transactions, while co-head Seán Scally has experience extending to the development and financing of energy and infrastructure projects.

Matheson LLP is adept at the full range of project financing and development in Ireland, regularly working with a diverse client base that includes government bodies, private companies, domestic and international lenders, investors, and contractors. The firm is highly active across the transport, energy, telecoms, education, healthcare, and real estate sectors. The team also excels in project development, asset transactions, and bids for PPP projects, providing comprehensive support throughout all stages of project delivery. Garret Farrelly heads the practice and provides counsel on transport, infrastructure and energy projects, while Conor Blennerhassett is singled out for his infrastructure regulation and development work. Rhona Henry is perennially dominant in project re-financing transactions, and Kate McKenna is a key contact for merger control matters.

McCann FitzGerald LLP has established experience in projects and PPP, providing strategic advice to public and private sector clients across a wide range of industries, including transport, energy, utilities, education, housing, real estate, and telecommunications. The team is well-versed in project financing, planning, regulatory compliance, and contract drafting and works with public sector bodies on procurement processes and PPPs for infrastructure developments. The practice is co-led by Colm Fanning and Eamonn O’Hanrahan, who bring extensive expertise in the financial aspects of public transport and social housing developments. Sean Carr, Kevin Kelly, Stephen Proctor and Orlaith Sheehy are also noted for their expertise in this area.

William Fry LLP has a robust track record in assisting clients with all aspects of project development, including planning, financing, regulatory compliance, construction, and operations. With a strong presence in sectors such as transport, energy, residential and commercial property, and data centres, the firm is a trusted advisor to some of Ireland’s leading developers on contract drafting and procurement processes for public and private sector projects. Liam McCabe heads up the department and shines on matters involving investment houses on PPP projects. Fergus Devine has a particular interest in the energy and natural resources sectors, and Jarleth Heneghan takes the lead on all contentious and non-contentious issues with expertise in the IT infrastructure sector. Other key individuals include Bryanna Ryan and Cassandra Byrne.

LK Shields Solicitors LLP and Byrne Wallace LLP merged at the beginning of 2025 to form Byrne Wallace Shields. The team provides expert advice on project planning and delivery to both public and private sector clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, transport, education, technology, energy, utilities, and real estate. The firm has continued to strengthen its presence in the projects and infrastructure space, advising developers on the construction of residential, industrial, and commercial projects. Practice head Fergal Ruane offers a wealth of experience handling PPP and infrastructure projects and is further assisted by real estate experts Michael Walsh and Martin Cooney, who focus on construction law matters. Jamie Ritchie is well-versed in handling both contentious and non-contentious matters.

Mason Hayes & Curran LLP has built a strong reputation for advising on public sector projects and working with public sector entities, investors, and developers. The firm is also highly active in commercial development, renewable energy, and social housing PPP projects. Its comprehensive projects practice covers the full lifecycle of developments across multiple sectors, including energy, healthcare, and manufacturing. Under the headship of Rory Kirrane SC and Eoin Cassidy, the team regularly assists domestic and international clients, advising on financing, including forward sales, and expertly handling the drafting and negotiation of construction contracts.

The project’s practice at Philip Lee LLP is highly active in the PPP space, advising public bodies on tendering processes and assisting developers with their bids. The firm is also expanding its expertise to assist developers with the drafting and negotiation of construction contracts for healthcare, residential, and energy projects. Kerri Crossen and Jonathan Kelly co-lead the practice and provide comprehensive advice across the entire project lifecycle, including planning, procurement, financing, documentation, construction, operation, and dispute resolution.

Beauchamps LLP‘s projects group provides expert advice on complex planning, construction, and infrastructure projects, assisting diverse sectors, including residential, logistics, and healthcare. Leveraging multidisciplinary expertise, the team ensures comprehensive project delivery. Practice head Richard Stowe is known for his vast experience of handling PPP projects.