About

Jack is a Construction Associate (England and Wales & Ireland) specialising in all aspects of contentious and non-contentious construction law. He has experience with complex insurance
coverage advice and defence matters, across a range of construction disputes, for international and London market insurers, as well as government bodies,
and mutual insurers.

Jack qualified as a Solicitor in Ireland, having completed his accredited training between Dublin City Council’s Legal Department and Beale & Co LLP. During
his training contract, he completed a Diploma in Construction Law. Jack is completing a MSc in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution at King’s College London (part-time) from September 2025 – June 2027.

Jack has a passionate interest in the construction sector, with a strong proficiency in resolving politically sensitive matters involving government agencies.

He also has experience in planning law, building control and environmental disputes.

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Recognition

  • “Jack delivered with a high level of professionalism, detail, and punctuality. He was always pleasant to deal with and his engagement was a definite bonus to the legal team”

    Alan Isdell, Building Control, Dublin City Council

Jack's work highlights

Experience in Supreme Court Cases on Construction & Planning Law

Worked on cases heard before the Supreme Court of Ireland in relation to aspects of construction and planning law.

High-Value Multi-Party Construction Disputes

Defending multi-party construction disputes with quantum in excess of €40 million.

Professional indemnity claims

Professional indemnity claims against architects, engineers and solicitors.

Prosecuting Directors for Environmental Breaches

Involved in prosecuting company directors for breaches of environmental law.

Representing Authorities in Enforcement Proceedings

Acting for the Building Control Authority, Planning Authority and Dublin Fire Brigade in relation to enforcement proceedings.

Stardust Fire Inquest

Involved in representing public bodies at the Stardust Fire Inquest.

Jack Swayne

Qualification 2025

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About

Jack is a Construction Associate (England and Wales & Ireland) specialising in all aspects of contentious and non-contentious construction law. He has experience with complex insurance
coverage advice and defence matters, across a range of construction disputes, for international and London market insurers, as well as government bodies,
and mutual insurers.

Jack qualified as a Solicitor in Ireland, having completed his accredited training between Dublin City Council’s Legal Department and Beale & Co LLP. During
his training contract, he completed a Diploma in Construction Law. Jack is completing a MSc in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution at King’s College London (part-time) from September 2025 – June 2027.

Jack has a passionate interest in the construction sector, with a strong proficiency in resolving politically sensitive matters involving government agencies.

He also has experience in planning law, building control and environmental disputes.

Recognition

  • “Jack delivered with a high level of professionalism, detail, and punctuality. He was always pleasant to deal with and his engagement was a definite bonus to the legal team”

    Alan Isdell, Building Control, Dublin City Council

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