Matthew is a highly regarded construction lawyer known for delivering strategic, commercially focused and outcomes-driven advice across complex building, infrastructure and major projects matters. Practising exclusively in building and construction law, he advises developers, principals, contractors, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers through all stages of the project lifecycle, from procurement and contract structuring through to dispute resolution and project delivery. His experience across both contentious and non-contentious matters allows him to provide practical, solutions-focused advice tailored to the commercial realities of the construction industry.

Matthew’s expertise has been recognised in the legal industry, having been recommended by Doyle’s Guide as a Leading Front End Construction, Infrastructure and Major Projects Lawyer in New South Wales for 2026. He has acted in a number of significant and high-value matters, including representing one of Australia’s largest builders in multi-party Supreme Court proceedings involving claims exceeding $80 million, acting for tier one subcontractors in disputes arising from multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects, and successfully defending Supreme Court challenges to adjudication determinations exceeding $13 million under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW).

Today, Matthew advises on major project procurement, contract negotiation, risk allocation, Security of Payment matters, arbitration, expert determinations and complex Court and Tribunal litigation. His experience spans major infrastructure, commercial, residential, healthcare and aged care developments throughout Australia, where he works closely with clients to manage risk, protect commercial interests and achieve successful project outcomes.

Passionate about delivering practical and commercially effective solutions, Matthew combines strong technical expertise with a strategic and pragmatic mindset. His ability to navigate complex legal and technical issues while maintaining a clear focus on client objectives has earned him a reputation for delivering exceptional outcomes across high-value and high-stakes construction matters.

Matthew.Singh@bayselaw.com.au |
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