Tim Breakspear SC has a commercial practice with a speciality in major infrastructure, mining, gas and construction projects. In that field he has significant expertise in disputes involving delay and disruption. He also acts in general commercial matters, with experience in disputes involving issues of contract law, misrepresentation, restitution, estoppel and negligence. He conducts hearings in Australian commercial courts and tribunals, and in international arbitrations. He appears regularly before Tribunals seated in Singapore and the Asia Pacific region. He is experienced in the conduct of cross-examination of technical, engineering, programming and quantum experts. He also appears in alternative dispute resolution forums such as mediations, expert determinations and before dispute resolution panels.
Tim Breakspear SC
Awarded Practice Areas
Construction / Infrastructure Law Alternative Dispute Resolution International Arbitration
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2027 edition in Sydney.
Awarded Practice Areas
Construction / Infrastructure Law Alternative Dispute Resolution International Arbitration
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2027 edition in Sydney.
Works at
Banco Chambers
22 Best Lawyers awards
Biography
Works at
Banco Chambers
22 Best Lawyers awards
Locations
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Construction / Infrastructure Law, Sydney, Australia (2027)
- Construction / Infrastructure Law, Sydney, Australia (2025)
- Construction / Infrastructure Law, Sydney, Australia (2023)
- Construction / Infrastructure Law, Sydney, Australia (2020)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Australia™ 2027 for work in:
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Construction / Infrastructure Law
- International Arbitration
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