Legal Assistance in International Construction and EPC Contracts (Energy & Infrastructure)

Project management in the energy, infrastructure, and complex industrial plant sectors (EPC – Engineering, Procurement, Construction) requires a deep understanding of site dynamics, international best practices (FIDIC forms), and financial risks associated with cross-border assignments.

GC Law Firm provides specialized legal assistance to industrial groups, general contractors, and subcontractors involved in the execution of major works abroad, serving as a single point of contact in Italy for monitoring contractual risks and resolving disputes.

1. Negotiation and Drafting of EPC and International Contracts

• International Contractual Frameworks: Analysis, adaptation, and drafting of agreements based on international standards (FIDIC Rainbow Suite, international turnkey construction contracts, and subcontract agreements).
• Risk Allocation: Structuring tailored clauses for the management of Force Majeure, Liquidated Damages for delays, and limitations of liability.
• Logistics and Customs Interface: Coordination of contractual aspects related to the shipping of industrial components (Incoterms) and customs compliance in the countries of destination.

2. Safeguarding Bank Guarantees and Fiduciaries (Performance Bonds)

• Emergency and Injunctive Actions: Activation of emergency interim relief to block or stay the fraudulent or unfair calling of Performance Bonds, Advance Payment Bonds, and Retention Bonds.
• Negotiation of Guarantee Wording: Assistance in drafting international bank guarantee texts to restrict unilateral call autonomy and condition payments upon objective documentary verifications.

3. Litigation Management, Site Claims, and Variations (Claims Management)

• Claims Management: Structuring and drafting site claims for Extension of Time (EOT) requests and additional compensation arising from variations during execution or unforeseen geological/technical conditions.
• International Arbitration and Dispute Boards: Defense and representation before international arbitral tribunals (ICC, LCIA) or activation of fast-track resolution mechanisms before Dispute Adjudication Boards (DAB).