George Hayek

George Hayek is the Managing Director at Harrington Lawyers Pty Ltd, with a deep commitment to delivering comprehensive legal services across construction, civil, property development, and planning law. Leading a skilled team of lawyers, George ensures an end-to-end service for civil contractors, builders, property developers, design consultants, and subcontractors within the construction, civil, infrastructure, and property development sectors. His expertise spans a wide range of industries including municipal, mining, environment, engineering, and property development. George has adeptly handled matters from project planning and contract development to project completion and dispute resolution, representing both private and government clients. He is experienced in handling cases in the Land and Environment Court, challenging planning decisions and defending contractors in the Industrial Relations Commission against prosecutions. George has successfully managed major construction litigation across Australia and New Zealand, dealing with home building, infrastructure projects, complex architectural and engineering design, and legislation concerning security of payments and construction contracts. His work extends to WHS prosecutions and providing advice across Australia, as well as advising on infrastructure and environmental matters for government. Before his current role, George was a Senior Associate at Doyles Construction Lawyers and began his legal career as a Paralegal at Goldrick Farrell Mullan Lawyers. He holds a Bachelor of Laws, specialising in Construction Law, and a degree in Commerce, Econometrics, and Economics from the University of Sydney. George is dedicated to providing his clients with swift, personalised attention and commercially optimal solutions, underpinned by his extensive industry experience and innovative approach.