Penny assists her clients to negotiate and document a broad range of agreements, including Design & Construct and Operate & Maintain contract suites, Supply Agreements, Tender Services Agreements and agreements to resolve claims. Penny provides the full range of dispute avoidance and dispute resolution services, including mediation, arbitration and court proceedings.
In addition to working with construction and infrastructure-focused clients Penny assists technology firms to successfully deliver their products and services into construction and infrastructure environments. The risk allocations commonly used in technology contracts differ significantly from those prevalent in the Australian construction & infrastructure sector. Penny has significant experience helping her technology clients negotiate agreements on major projects.
Penny’s clients consider her a trusted advisor and a long-term partner for their business. Penny recognises that preservation of commercial relationships is fundamental, even in difficult and stressful circumstances. They look to her experience, integrity and intellectual capability when taking advantage of strategic opportunities and dealing with critical issues in their businesses. Many of Penny’s clients are based offshore and rely on Penny to guide them on market norms in the Australian environment.
Penny is recognised by Best Lawyers and Doyle’s Guide for her expertise in the fields of Construction/Infrastructure and Alternative Dispute Resolution.
