Adam advises developers, contractors and utilities on major construction, PPP, infrastructure and services projects across Australia and internationally, with over 30 years’ experience.
Biography
Adam acts for developers, contractors, state governments, universities and manufacturers. He is based in Sydney and has worked on projects throughout Australia and internationally.
He advises on procurement and construction law, and on the negotiation, documentation and administration of major construction, PPP, infrastructure, civil engineering, residential, resources, power, transport, facilities management and maintenance projects. His work spans standard form and bespoke contract structures across the full development lifecycle, from procurement through to delivery and facilities management.
Adam’s matters include flagship commercial and mixed-use redevelopments, large-scale residential and retirement living developments and social housing projects. He has advised on road, rail, health and power infrastructure projects and seven major university facilities. His practice spans Australian jurisdictions and international projects.
Adam brings over 30 years of experience across the full spectrum of procurement and construction law, with particular depth in PPP structures, major property development and university infrastructure. Clients recognise his ability to get across complex project structures quickly and to provide commercially grounded advice informed by how other major projects allocate risk.
Credentials
Academic qualifications:
- Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Laws (University of Adelaide)
Memberships:
- Society of Construction Law
Adam's experience
New Women's and Children's Hospital, Adelaide
Acting in conjunction with the South Australian Government's Crown Solicitor’s Office on the contractual arrangements for construction of the new Women's and Children's Hospital in Adelaide.
Transport for NSW
Acted on numerous road and rail infrastructure projects including the Heathcote Road Overtaking Lane (CDC) Project and the Jenolan Caves Road Remediation Project.
Keyton
Acted for this retirement village operator on many retirement living projects in Victoria, NSW and the ACT including VerSo Place and Kingfisher Grove.
Sydney Universities
Acted for the University of Sydney and the University of Technology, Sydney on the procurement of seven major facilities, including UTS’ Frank Gehry-designed business school.
Housing Plus
Acted for a Community Housing Provider, on construction aspects of its successful bid to be part of Phase 2 of the NSW Government's Social and Affordable Housing Fund.
Awards, recognition and ranking
- Legal 500 Asia Pacific — Recommended Lawyer, Construction and Real Estate (2019)
- Best Lawyers in Australia — Recognised Lawyer, Construction and Infrastructure (2014-2026)