Construction Bar Annual Conference 2026

On the 24th April 2026, the Construction Bar held its annual conference, bringing together practitioners from across the construction law sector. The programme began with an opening address before moving into a series of focused sessions.

Session One examined key trends in construction law and was chaired by John Trainor SC. Speakers were James Burke SC, Patricia Hill SC, and Dan O’Mahony BL.

Session Two addressed expert evidence in construction cases and adjudication. It was chaired by Jonathan Fitzgerald BL, with speakers Michael Binchy SC, Bernard Gogarty, and Martin Cooney.

Session Three focused on planning and infrastructure. The session was chaired by The Hon. Mr. Justice Mark Sanfey, with speakers Jarlath Fitzsimons SC, Eileen Barrington SC, and David Browne SC.

Conference materials can be found below.

Construction Bar Association Annual Conference 2026.

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