MDA Law
Shirley Mann
Associate, MDA Attorneys
Practice Experience
Shirley is an attorney with extensive experience in the construction and infrastructure sectors, specializing in construction dispute resolution. She represents employers, contractors and subcontractors in the legal complexities of adjudication, arbitration, and litigation.
Shirley Mann provides strategic, commercially focused legal advice to clients dealing with payment disputes, delays, defects, performance bond issues, and contract terminations. With practical experience, she delivers clear, cost-effective solutions aligned with clients’ business goals. In addition to dispute resolution, she offers support in contract review and negotiation, helping clients manage legal risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Familiar with all major construction contract forms used in South Africa, including JBCC, FIDIC, NEC, GCC, and bespoke agreements, Shirley’s practice spans both commercial and infrastructure sectors, including residential, commercial, and large-scale public works projects.
Shirley began her legal career in general practice, working on private matters, criminal cases, and insurance-related personal injury and car accident claims. She has experience in civil and commercial litigation in the High Court of South Africa, as well as in alternative dispute resolution procedures. Shirley has worked on several high-profile cases, including multibillion-Rand projects at the Medupi and Kusile Power Stations.
Areas of Focus:
- Construction adjudication, arbitration, & litigation
- Delay, disruption, & termination claims
- Payment & performance bond disputes
- Defect liability & completion issues
- Contract review & negotiation support
- Dispute avoidance & strategic risk management
Clients Represented:
- Employers
- Main contractors
- Subcontractors & suppliers
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