Commercial & Major Projects

Commercial & Major Projects with ConMoto Group

We routinely act as a strategic adviser to clients in matters of whole of business or strategic significance.

We have deliberately tailored our operational and delivery style so that we act as an extension to the internal legal or management team rather than as a purely transactional external adviser.

Documenting, negotiation and project management

We are experienced in structuring and leading complex transactions. While we bring the technical legal expertise to document the deal, we also bring negotiation, presentation and project management skills to ensure that the transaction is managed correctly all the way through to completion.

Navigating approval processes

We are experienced in assisting clients to navigate the approval process for major projects. We not only provide technical legal input on the legislative framework but also assist clients to strategically manage the approval process itself.

This can range from advising on the selection of the best approval pathway to managing the engagement and consultation process with relevant stakeholders (both internal and external).

Key contacts

Stephen BendeichHead of Legal

Commercial lawyer with extensive experience in the Energy and Governments sectors, advising ASX-listed companies, international investors, Government and large private companies.

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Gerry ConnollyLawyer & Managing Director

Highly experienced commercial lawyer and director with multi jurisdictional experience in both private legal practice and in a corporate environment.

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Key projects

The following projects are representative of the commercial & major projects work undertaken by our team.

Documenting & negotiation

ConstructionContract reviews and negotiations for contractors under design and construct, construct-only and managing contractor conditions on government, infrastructure, healthcare, property and industrial projects across Eastern Australia (typically $5 million to $75 million).
EnergyActing for a New York headquartered renewable energy developer on land access arrangements, power purchase agreements, EPC and operations and maintenance agreements for projects in South Africa, Puerto Rico, Australia and the Philippines.
GovernmentAdvising the Tasmanian Government in relation to the licensing arrangements relating to the establishment of a Tasmanian based Australian Football League team including funding and Stadium based access arrangements.
EnergyActing for a number of solar energy developers in Australia who are active in developing, financing and operating medium scale hybrid and solar generation assets.

Navigating approval processes

PlanningPlanning appeals under the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 in TasCAT, planning scheme amendments and major project assessments before the Tasmanian Planning Commission, and appeals in the Supreme Court, for developers and Councils.
EnvironmentWe provide advice and assistance to clients who require specific approvals under the Environmental Management Pollution Control Act, particularly in the aquaculture and mining industries.
PlanningWe have particular expertise in the processes involved for the assessment of major projects pursuant to which multiple approvals are required across State and Commonwealth jurisdictions.
PlanningAdvice and assistance in relation to the statutory approvals, permits, licences, and obligations required under the Tasmanian resource management suite of legislation.
AquacultureWe provide advice and appear in matters involving biosecurity obligations and offences under the Living Marine Resources Management Act and the Biosecurity Act 2019.