‘The Clifford Chance construction team has an unmatched depth and breadth of experience. The team’s lawyers are the best in the business. They are thoughtful and clearly love what they do.’

‘Edward Bretherton is one of the finest construction law practitioners active in the field now. Ed is smart, calm, kind, and funny. He is a pleasure to work with, and he is an effective negotiator with counter parties.’

‘The Clifford Chance team consistently perform well. Quality of advice and outputs always high and access to specialists as requited always on tap.’

‘Edward Bretherton and his team are fantastic to work with. Super responsive and able to identify the key issues to help us drive value.’

‘CC construction team has a strong reputation and track record in drafting and negotiating complex construction contracts. There is strategic involvement from the lead partner but the junior team is also strong in delivering the day to day activities.’

‘Deep legal and sector expertise. Excellence in clearly and succinctly articulating key issues and making suggestions for resolution.’

‘Tim Healey is able to quickly work out the key issues and what the client’s position is on those issues. Calmness, professionalism, and technical expertise personified.’

‘The team were always attentive and provided tremendous support in the management of the case, including development of all documents and the management of the experts. As the client, I was always well informed.’

‘Nicholas Downing is as broad as the firmament and sharp as a needle.’

‘All extremely competent in their roles. Herbert Smith Freehills listen and always try to deliver to our requirements.’ 

‘The team took away all stress with complex issues and simplified the process.’

‘The team were always attentive and provided tremendous support in the management of the case including development of all documents and the management of the experts. The core team members provided excellent service through a protracted case.’

‘Lawyers are extremely competent, have knowledge of the market they operate in, and are great negotiators. Provide legal knowledge and share through teach-ins with client organisation.’

‘Great technical advice combined with the ability to be pragmatic where needed.’

‘Luke Baines deeply understands the needs of our business and our key priorities which means he is well positioned to help us achieve our goals.’

‘Partner-led, pragmatic advice dealing with the points important to the commercial objectives of the client rather than on legal point scoring.’

‘Luke Baines has a real desire to attend to client’s needs, while Rob Easton is very practical in getting to the heart of the challenge.’

‘The practice offers exceptional advice, years of experience in the industry, and knowledgeable and helpful support for clients. We have had the support throughout our project, from drafting the forms to aiding us in negotiations.’

‘Luke Baines is a very knowledgeable, attentive to detail, and leads a qualified team. Ellie Warren and Claudia O’Sullivan have been very helpful, prompt to attend to our needs, and their guidance throughout contract negotiations has been highly appreciated. The team is able to work on short notice, observes agreed timelines, and has pragmatic approach in solving issues.’ 

‘Very good service overall. Deal with high volumes at critical times. Fully up to speed with the market position and documenting and negotiating our required position.’

‘Sam Cary is our main contact and an excellent partner. Goes the extra mile to get deals over the line usually under tight timescales and despite being very busy on all matters. Has detailed knowledge across all documents on a deal, even the ones he is not dealing with.’

‘The team has always turned contract and advice around within the requested timescales. They are great at helping us develop processes and ways of working to improve the relationship between the Ashurst team and the project teams.’ 

‘Chris Whitehouse has been a standout individual. He has undertaken a secondment with us and has a excellent understanding of the commercial side of contract negotiations. He is an outstanding lawyer and well liked amongst the project teams.’

‘They are very strong on collaboration and spend a lot of time understanding our business and people to ensure they effectively integrate with our teams.’

‘Breath and depth of knowledge and having the finger on the pulse with the current market issues.’

‘The team have a high degree of experience of blue-chip clients and major infrastructure work and offer a very engaged and friendly service. Their breadth of commercial experience and efficiency in delivering a suite of project documents suited to the specifics of the development has been consistently reliable to me over the past three years.’

‘Ben Patton offers a very personal and attentive service and whilst delegating effectively to his team, is always prepared to get stuck in and go the extra mile. Matt Pearson and Carrie Leader have also provided consistent and thoughtful input.’

‘Sadia McEvoy and Chris Whitehouse standout for me – providing practical advice in a timely manner and understanding the ‘in-house’ dynamic.��

‘Good knowledge of this sector and have provided their expertise in drafting construction documents, assisting with dispositions and providing general advice.’

‘A highly personable team with excellent experience which they bring to small and large matters. Responsive and engaged.’

‘Rhiannon Williams has a can-do attitude and as well as being extremely capable, is a pleasure to work with.’

‘Andrew Hope is establishing a solid reputation and is reliable and dependable and a thoughtful operator.’

‘They supported our UK entrance successfully. Although there were complex requirements, they did more than our expectation. They are great team composed by various experts with different backgrounds and have excellent leaders leading the team.’

‘Sincerity and dedication to commit the deadline of the deal.’ 

‘The BCLP team are a pleasure to work with. They respond quickly, are dependable and inspire confidence in the advice and work product they provide.’

‘BCLP have a deep understanding and passion in construction law. The team constantly offer valuable insights that facilitate our navigation of complex projects and changes in law.’

‘The team is consistently positive and enthusiastic, which makes them a pleasure to deal with even under the tight deadlines and project stresses.’

‘They are unique in their commitment to building enduring partnerships with us. They keep demonstrating a genuine investment in our success and consistently exceed expectations in their efforts to support us.’

‘Kimberly Roberts is direct, efficient and takes a solution-focused attitude to negotiations while always ensuring our interests are protected.’

‘I have always enjoyed working with the BCLP team. They have excellent industry knowledge and have always provided solutions to complex legal issues that we have tried to solve.’

‘Christopher Skone James is an exceptionally capable partner and a joy to work with. Super responsive, and has always provided solutions where required. I would recommend him to anyone needing construction-related advice.’

‘Kimberly Roberts has been excellent and really credible, and good in negotiations.’

‘David Parton is technically good, commercial and manages processes well.’

‘With a breadth of experience across the business, all sides of our real estate transactions are covered quickly and clearly.’

‘Rebecca Prigg is a no-nonsense solicitor, clear thinking and robust in negotiations.’

‘CMS’ service is characterised by prompt service and sensible, commercial advice. The team combine their subject matter expertise with a good deal of commercial awareness.’

‘They are adept at translating complex issues into more understandable and practical guidance. Generally, they are a very friendly team who are a pleasure to work with. ’

‘Exceptional industry knowledge for my field of automation purchasing and installation. Karen Clarke and her team always have the up-to-date information and solid advice at all times.’ 

‘Karen Clarke is exemplary in her knowledge range and is far more than just good to work with. Karen always has the answer! Simple as that. When in direct negotiation sessions where a supplier conjures an objection Karen has the legal reference and example immediately. Could not ask for a better partner in a negotiation.’

‘Hard working, thorough, and friendly team.’ 

‘Very knowledgeable, supremely commercially aware, and generally very approachable and easy to communicate with.’

‘Strong team.’

‘Peter Lowe is experienced and delivers good pragmatic advice.’

‘Peter Lowe is an industry expert in their field and provides the level of advice to allow large complex institutional transactions to progress to a financial close position.’

‘The team are excellent and deliver speedily and efficiently every time on the construction-related documents for our developments.’

‘Phoebe McLarty is practical, highly efficient, knowledgeable and professional with a meticulous eye for detail.’

‘This is a well-staffed team that is highly responsive and experienced with all forms of market standard construction contracts.’

‘Phoebe McLarty is very user friendly and her advice is clear. Charlotte Braine is brilliant for construction management procurement routes.’

‘Excellent combination of experience, market knowledge and proactiveness.’

‘All individuals are very personable, positive and proactive in their approach.’

‘The team are responsive, communicative, highly competent and a pleasure to deal with. They operate seamlessly as though an extension of our in-house team, and we feel confident to trust them. They are, as a group, always ‘ahead of the curve’ when it comes to shifts in market practice and changes in the law.’

‘We work with Adriano Amorese and his non-contentious team at Mishchon de Reya. The team is well structured and high quality from both technical and commercial perspectives. There have strong infrastructure and connected real estate specialisms to supplement the pure construction law expertise which are essential for us and we find the quality of support and service levels invaluable.’

‘Adriano Amorese is an excellent lead partner for our project. He leads from the front and provides excellent client care from availability, commercial approach, solution focus and specialist expertise.’

‘Strength across multiple aspects of our complex business, the ability to support multiple activities concurrently through several project teams, all under the guidance of the senior partner assigned to our account.’

‘Ensuring consistency of advice and product. Partners work in co-operation with each other to achieve this consistent product.’

‘Team is very knowledgeable, flexible and responsive to my needs and changing requirements.’

‘The team also has an in-depth understanding of our underlying business model and how they can structure the legal aspects to best support us.’

‘The breath of knowledge of the non-contentious construction team is very wide and they are able to quickly understand the needs of the business and translate this into a suitable provision in the contract.’

‘Enormous experience in construction, infrastructure, and projects. Very hands-on and pragmatic. Listen well to what the client intends to achieve and bring it down on contract paper.’

‘The whole team provides straightforward advice in a language that is easy to understand. Legal common-sense without unnecessary jargon.’

‘David Bebb offers clear advice that cuts through the legal mist and gets straight to the heart of the matter.’

‘The total focus on construction makes this practice unique. The breadth of knowledge and experience is a key strength.’ 

‘Their knowledge and experience is a given but the ability to offer practical, pragmatic advice is what gives them the edge. David Bebbs is particularly good.’

‘The team at Fenwick Elliott have a thorough understanding of the construction industry, understand the key drivers for contractors and can offer contentious and non-contentious services.’

‘They deliver regular updates to our teams and are excellent when collaborating with our project teams. They provide healthy challenge to our business and how we operate and are not scared to voice an opinion. ’

‘Mark Pantry provides support to our project teams going into contract and assimilates well within our business. He helps us in delivery of commercial and contractual awareness courses and led on the preparation and launch of our in-house standard sub-contract. Our teams find him easy to deal with and he has established a position of trust in our business.’

‘They listen to what we need and proceed accordingly. Their contribution in negotiations with clients and subcontractors has been excellent, knowing when to take the lead and step away.’

‘The main individual we have worked with became an invaluable member of our negotiating team and provided the service we asked for when we asked for it.’

‘A large team with offices in Birmingham and London, with diverse expertise across the real estate and construction sectors.’

‘Highly technically knowledgeable and proficient, always up-to-date with changes in the law and market practice including relevant associated fields such as insurance and procurement practices.’

‘Philip Baker is commercial in outlook and widely experienced, including in the institutional funding and commercial and residential developer markets.’

‘Philip Baker is particularly responsive and easy to deal with, and a very good communicator showing a thorough understanding of our business and commercial priorities.’

‘Philip Baker ensures we are always well briefed and provides excellent advice enabling informed decision making and excellent outcomes.’

‘Well-resourced team who are aligned with the client’s needs and combine well with colleagues in related disciplines.’

‘Gowling’s team are very capable and hard working, but also refreshingly straightforward and flexible in their approach.’

‘Strong team with intelligent and personable lawyers. Very responsive, supportive and easy to work with.’

‘Nicola Ellis, a partner, is a strong technical lawyer that is very easy to work with and very responsive. She has good industry experience in the green hydrogen space, and is very commercial.’

‘The construction and property teams within K&L Gates have always been one of the best teams I have worked with. Very commercial and strategic advice.’

‘Kevin Greene in particular is very knowledgeable and always provides best in class service.’

‘The K&L team works as a proper global team. They provide commercial, pragmatic advice.’

‘Matthew Smith is very approachable. He is easy to work and engage with. His advice is clear and to the point while always making time for his clients. He provides commercial, professional challenge.’

‘A solid construction advisory team with broad experience providing sound commercial advice.’

‘Angus Dawson is very capable with solid commercial acumen.’

‘Intelligent and commercial, delivering exceptional levels of service.’

‘Angus Dawson gets us where we need to be and always protects our interests while being a thoroughly decent guy to work with. Other parties also appreciate his style, which helps to smooth transactions.’

‘Extremely competent. Extremely knowledgable on current affairs in relation to the law. Happy to knowledge share. Long-term partners who understand us.’

‘Angus Dawson really cares about the relationship with us and understands how we work. Extremely knowledgable and a good negotiator.’

‘The team is very diligent, detailed and understand the construction industry deeply. They have excellent communication on key matters and ensuring matters are closed and resolved in good time.’

‘Charles Pacey is diligent and detailed and he works hard for our best interests.’

‘Chris Williams is incredibly hard working and tireless in the detail and diligence on appointments. Simplifies key issues well to ensure swift conclusion resolution.’ 

‘They have a broad service offering and they interact internally very well when there are issues that cross disciplines.’

‘The general ethos within the firm is one of collaboration and putting the client’s needs first.’ 

‘It is always a pleasure to deal with Mayer Brown; they have provided dedicated contacts that we have grown relationships with over the years. Feels like you are asking a friend for advice or chatting through an issue.’

‘I deal with Charles Pacey who always seems to have the time to take a call and talk through a problem. Always complete tasks to schedule or give feedback with progress where things may be delayed. Great communication.’

‘Technically versed with Construction project working, capable and extremely supportive legal counsellors. The team are a pleasure to work with.’

‘Knowledge and competency, team spirit and general collaborative working, despite the challenges that we give them.’

‘Osborne Clarke is an excellent multidisciplinary firm which is very client focused and we are able to have access to partners and senior associates on an on-going basis.’

‘Their senior people are hands-on and support their clients in a way that differentiates them from others.’

‘Their use of technology is very good and they are proactive in how they reach out to us with relevant industry news and training opportunities.’

‘Incredibly commercial in the application of their skills, goal focused and have the ability to prioritise key issues.’

‘Phillip Davies has a QS background and this brings very practical application through his services, with a balanced, efficient application.’

‘Sarah McCool is very accessible and responsive and handles the switch between the contractor negotiation and funder matters with ease and pragmatism.’

‘Slaughter and May provide an excellent team with depth at various levels.’

‘Chloe Halloran, Tom Inker, and John Nevin provided an excellent service across a complex contract. Excellent knowledge of the construction contract terrain.’

‘Technically excellent, prioritise client requirements and considerations for the commerciality of the situation and how legal actions will impact project delivery.’

‘Tom Inker has been excellent in always being available and putting his mind to the problems asked. Dealing with several very difficult individuals to keep the objective of the client on track.’

‘The Slaughter and May team are approachable, collaborative, knowledgeable, and technically excellent. They can draw upon lessons learned from relevant previous projects to assist with my projects.’

‘S&M has formed a team based on the approachability of people combined with their legal astuteness. They also appear proactive in the development of their employees.’

‘All stand out within their relevant field of law, due to their subject matter knowledge and experience. Tom Inker has lots of experience, plus market and commercial awareness on the type of projects that I work on. Chloe Halloran deals with complex matters and is very into the detail. ’

‘The team combines legal knowledge with top-level commercial insight, allowing the provision of practical advice in any given situation.’

‘The unique skill of James Huckstep, Nicola Conway and their support team was evident throughout. I dont think we could have concluded this agreement without their help.’

‘James Huckstep and Nicola Conway are both stand out individuals, both incredibly calm in difficult negotiations, professional in their advice but also in touch with the level of reality that is sometimes needed in construction.’ 

‘The team have been an excellent team and have been paramount in putting in place all the necessary experts and also attending site themselves to ensure that they understand the full aspects of the case which is really benefited things to move in a more positive way forwards.’

‘Excellent depth of knowledge on construction law standing out from more general construction practices.’

‘Assad Maqbool listens to issues and requirements very carefully. He is very thoughtful and responsive and happy to challenge client positions or requirements when appropriate.’

‘Good knowledge and attention to detail.’

‘The non-construction team at WFW have in depth power, market experience, and a highly commercial approach to negotiations.’ 

‘Emmanuel Ninos is a highly engaged in the sector and always provides highly commercial and practical advice. He is very responsive, conscious of any timing and cost constraints and very personable.’ 

‘Barry Hembling provides a very personal service, always seems to be available, and nothing is a problem. A credit to Watson Farley & Williams.’

‘Barry Hembling is excellent. Reasoned, considered, thoughtful, accurate advice, always. Always available. Always on time and responding in good time. Very supportive attitude. Open and honest at all times.’

‘Detailed sector knowledge and expertise. Good communication skills, collaboration and client focussed with commercially sensible solutions. The team provides a sense of trust, collaboration and they truly care about the client and understand the client’s needs. They are a pleasure to work with.’

‘Barry Hembling possesses outstanding sector knowledge, great communication, problem solving and a strong client focus. His solutions are commercially orientated and he is very pleasant to work with.’

‘Jamie Bell demonstrates robust sector legal knowledge, good communication skills, client focus, polite, and is highly professional to work with.’

‘Erudite knowledge of subject matter coupled with easy access to it from enthusiastic counsel make this practice a must.’

‘Beale & Co provide a really bespoke service. Whether I’ve instructed them on something straightforward or complex, their output is considered and tailored to our business.’

‘I feel confident in their expertise and also their understanding of our position in the industry.’

‘Peter Kitson and Will Buckby are incredibly responsive and a pleasure to work with. Both are down-to-earth and approachable but with impressive technical knowledge. I feel confident in their detailed knowledge of different standard forms of contract and have found their advice targeted and astute.’

‘Good sector knowledge and great understanding of business and of working with key stakeholders.’

‘Will Buckby is really good at getting to the point and in identifying and focusing on key risks and issues.’

‘Flexibility and a tailored approach understanding the particular issues faced by contractors vs sub-contractors.’

‘The non-contentious construction team have demonstrated a sound knowledge of NEC-based contracting and also an awareness of industry practices and commercial positions which is valuable for an in house client who lacks this sort of exposure.’

‘It is helpful that the construction team is able to draw on support from other specialist advisers in the fields of procurement and employment pensions.’

‘Andrew Tobin has been the main lead partner for our work. He is hands on in his approach. His advice is helpful and clear and he takes the time to churn over difficult issues in contract drafting with the client, so that we feel we arrive at solutions as a team.’ 

‘The team are knowledgeable and commercially focussed.’

‘Mark London is down to earth and responsive, while Asif Patel pays attention to detail, and is responsive and pro-active.’

‘The Devonshires team is excellent and provides an incredibly strong service to me and my team.’

‘They are responsive, diligent and solution orientated, which is incredibly useful when trying to make progress on complex deals. Devonshires are my go-to solicitor for any development-related issue.’

‘Asif Patel has an ability to explain complex issues allowing them to be understood so that decisions can be made to protect the business. He is now our company’s go-to solicitor for anything linked to construction.’

‘The team is excellent, knowledgeable, helpful, forward thinking, and find solutions rather than simply raising concerns. They are a pleasure to work with.’  

‘Asif Patel is exceptional. He has such a good grasp of the construction and related contract matters and provides very good and clear advice which allows me to be able to feel confident in making an informed decision.’ 

‘Asif Patel was also able to adapt to emerging changes in regulations and amend the contract to suit to ensure it was fit for purpose despite uncertainty over future requirements.’

‘The Eversheds construction team are highly capable and coherent throughout engagement and continue afterwards with superb client care, and promptly answering post-project queries.’

‘David Dowsett provided an exceptional level of service throughout. His dedication and detailed understanding of his instructions is well placed and his approach enables a commercial and pragmatic approach to be undertaken whilst also highlighting the various options as well as pros and cons.’

‘David Dowsett is a personable solicitor who seeks to understand and implement the client’s drivers whilst also protecting their interests. Is also very good at dealing with building contractors and is able to talk with them in an engaging and approachable way. Overall would highly recommend David.’ 

‘Good sector knowledge and very responsive team.’

‘Good sector knowledge coupled with pragmatic advice.’

‘The team is non-contentious but it has contentious experience as well which is a great advantage to the team because it means that it can better anticipate risks and seek to mitigate them. A key strength lies in the PFI sector. The team has expertise in the nuances and commercial imperatives that apply in PFI contracts.’

‘Christian Charles and Andrew Bessemer Clark often work as a team. Their skills, experience and personalities are complementary to each other. Both are highly capable in their own right and their joint engagement enhances the advice that the client receives. Both are exceptionally committed to giving their clients the best advice and service.’

‘Well resourced with excellent sector knowledge. Very commercial approach and likeable, well-grounded individuals.’

‘I have worked closely with Chris Charles on a PFI claim for a number of years. He is very analytical, able to communicate effectively and persuasively and he turns work around very quickly.’

‘Very responsive team lead by a partner that has a deep understanding of our business. They go the extra mile to explain legal detail in easy to understand language.’

‘Olivia Bateman is the lead partner, she is very hands on and in the detail and recognises the business drivers and acts accordingly.’

‘The team at Fladgate were responsive and very communicative. They had a good diverse team which, from my perspective, brought a balanced and rounded dynamic.’

‘The stand out person for me was Oliver Tobin. His advice was always informed, concise and appropriately delivered in the context of the needs of us. That skillset, with the current fluidity in our industry, was reassuring.’

‘They are a very capable team lead by Sarah Cook who is highly engaging and innovative. They are bold and pragmatic when devising alternative solutions to problems but always robust. They have a strong female base and promote and nurture young talent which appears to instil loyalty.’

‘Sarah Cook is the construction team lead. She is a very impressive individual, highly articulate and innovative and very personable. I would strongly recommend her to others.’

‘The team at Forsters always come across as very professional, attentive and friendly. Their expertise across various sectors of the built environment is very useful to understand the nuances of the specific contracts required for the project we are working on at any time. They are able to provide informative advice to clients to make decisions on how best to structure their professional teams and construction procurement routes.’

‘Forsters are our go-to solicitors. They provide an excellent service. We always receive expert advice in a timely manner.’

‘The Forsters team are all very personal and knowledgeable. We would like to especially commend the work of Emily Holdstock.’

‘This team provide an excellent service on all construction-related matters. The individuals are personable and they are efficient in their handling of contracts and appointments. The team will actually listen to what a client wants and how they want the project approached and respond accordingly.’

‘The individuals are all personable and fun to work with. It is a pleasure to deal with them. The partner Sarah Cook is exceptional, with a pragmatic approach, engaging style and enormous knowledge and experience.’

‘Very proactive team with great focus on the detail, coupled with a sensible approach to the resolution of issues.’

‘They make you feel valued as a client and as an individual.’

‘Provide an excellent service with expert knowledge and advice.’

‘Very attentive and responsive with expert knowledge and timely input.’

‘Creative and sensible non-contentious construction lawyers, able to provide a solid draft contract and support negotiation of final contract. Advice on contract management and settlement of commercial disputes. Willingness to balance commercial and legal risks, going beyond a straight legal advice to conclude commercial agreements.’

‘Justin Mendelle provides sensible and pragmatic legal and commercial advice. Helen Batter is accurate and thoughtful in drafting and very knowledgeable and thorough in options appraisals.’

‘We regularly work with Rachel Murray-Smith, who I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone needing advice on construction matters. Her advice is always clear, practically based and commercially sound. Rachel is widely respected in the council’s new homes team for her work, and advice she has given. She always seeks to find a solution, and not just give legal advice, to what are often complex issues when advising on construction matters.’

‘Sharpe know our business and can tailor their response to our queries and issues as appropriate. They are a professional team which help us meet our objectives from forming construction contracts, innovating on bespoke forms of contract in one instance to help us with a tendering strategy to de-risk the main construction. They have very good online support via webinars and short focused breakfast briefings which have been excellent.’

‘Justin Mendelle and Rachel Murray-Smith give excellent advice and are very responsive and go the extra mile to ensure that we have the best advice and approach on legal disputes. They also arrange training for our teams and also have lots of very good webinars and advice which is always very helpful in a changing construction environment.’

‘Creative approach and collaborative style.’

‘The construction team at Simmons & Simmons has very quickly established itself as a key trusted adviser.’

‘For me, they tick every box in terms of availability, promptness of reply, subject matter expertise, commercial awareness and strong communication skills. I am always very impressed by the team’s willingness to go the extra mile.’

‘Duncan Athol has been a key adviser on construction issues for this company for many years now. In all that time not only has he never dropped a ball, he has consistently exceeded expectations.’

‘Duncan Athol works really hard to make the service which he offers stand out from that of his competitors and he consistently succeeds on that front.’

‘Daljit Mehat handles many of this company’s da-to-day matters and does so in a highly effective manner.’

‘Simmons & Simmons has been a reliable and effective partner for many years, consistently providing a high standard of service.’

‘With Richard Dyton dealing with our construction contracts and professional appointments, we were always confident that we were in good hands. Richard is a great communicator and negotiator and has a very good understanding of the fund’s requirements.This makes it possible to set up projects quickly and efficiently, with a solid basis of documentation that has stood the test of time.’

‘The practise has a a good appreciation of the practical application of commercial and legal frameworks, and has been very supportive in giving practical advice on key issues.’

‘Very happy with the assistance that is granted to us each time. Many thanks for all your support.’

‘Extreme thank you to Jessica Taylor. There is not enough stars to describe our gratitude for all help.’

‘Personal service and fast turn around time.’

‘Jessica Taylor and Tilly Traill are very knowledgeable and provide easy to understand advice in a practical way.’

‘We’ve never needed to look elsewhere as Ashfords always make themselves available, attend to all matters efficiently and effectively and are thoroughly enjoyable to work with.’

‘I’ve worked with Jessica Taylor over the last few years and I find her professionalism and personality inspiring. I wish there were so, so many more people in the construction industry like Jessica. It’s an absolute pleasure to deal with her every time.’ 

‘The individuals have been prepared to offer their considered advice, but also then to take instructions from the Client on how it wishes to interpret and apply that advice.’

‘Their technical knowledge, their willingness to support clients, and remove the heavy lifting from them are their key strengths. Also their clarity and support.’

‘The team is responsive and commercial.’

‘The advice is to the point and provides direct answers and solutions to issues raised. This makes the advice highly valuable and both time and cost effective.’

‘High reliability as the lawyers will pick up issues which are relevant and may not have been addressed in any brief of the assignment.’

‘Tracy London is an excellent counsel. Value adding and pragmatic advice. High accessibility and short delivery times.’

‘This practice is extremely dynamic; they know how to balance the commercial risks of the company with the important principles of UK law to provide timely advice.’

‘The team has an amazing legal and commercial approach. Their availability is 100% and have helped in very difficult negotiations and discussions in very demanding short notice and with a lot of urgency. They have led negotiations with contractors and managed to get contractors to agree to very favourable conditions for the Employer.’

‘Tracy London is the Partner that we have engaged more and she has amazing negotiation skills. She is able to provide many different arguments and options during the negotiations that are all favourable to the Employer and manages to agree on very client favourable agreements.’

‘Strengths in terms of personal contact, one of the team is always available by phone or email. Excellent ability to translate complex legal documents for non-legal clients.’

‘Brenna Baye, Nik Haria, and the rest of the team are excellent communicators, and their advice acts in the best interests of clients.’

‘They are very efficient, they respond promptly and provide comprehensive answers to all our queries. Their industry knowledge around the Building Safety Fund is exceptional.’

‘Brenna Baye – exceptional knowledge, highly professional and a delight to work with.’

‘Brenna Baye and her team have a very good grasp of their subject matter. They always know where they are. I would say that these qualities underpin her ability to always be and be seen to be completely on the side of her client and inspire immense confidence.’

‘Brenna Baye thinks on her feet as fast as any Solicitor I have ever worked with in any discipline in the past 30 years. She also inspires confidence at an equally impressive level. It is difficult to overestimate the trust this inspires in a client when dealing with complex areas of law where there is a need to get to the heart of issues and provide a lead.’

‘The teams disciplines is multi faceted, which means we have access to a wide range of legal advice within one firm. The team is highly knowledgeable in their own fields, and often refer to colleagues in other departments for advice. It feels like its never about fee earning, but saving money for the client in all aspects.’

‘Nik Haria has been a pinnacle to our business, and has proven to be a valuable asset to our business in all aspects of legal advice. More importantly, he has proven to be commercially minded in terms of his advice, presenting all options and providing valuable recommendations and potential outcomes.’

‘PMC are experts in construction and are able to provide practical advice with knowledge of the real world construction environment. They are able to advise on the balance between being legally correct, but also thinking about long-term relationships and negotiation strategies.’

‘PMC are always available for us to check a legal position on a specific issue and they do this based on the relationships that we have with them. This enables us to make prompt decisions for the benefit of our projects and shareholders, investors, and funders.’

‘James Hallas is my go-to construction lawyer. I recommend James to all of my Clients. His knowledge is second-to-none and is always clear with his advice, whilst maintaining an eye on strategy and the bigger picture when there may be multiple projects with a particular contractor so one dispute may lead to others if not handled in the correct way.’

‘Great people within the practice who are both knowledgeable, commercial and generally responsive.’

‘Our lead contact Peter Massey was very strong for us in terms of working through issues and engaging with the other parties solicitor and Peter was ably supported by his colleague Osaruchi Amadi-Echendu across the whole spectrum of issues that were needed to be covered off as we went through the process.’

‘The team continue to be available to us to provide support ongoing which is a great comfort.’

‘PMC provide very sound advice, easily understandable to non-constriction clients and can assess levels of appropriate risk.’

‘Peter Massey stands out in leading the team and has become a trusted source of advice.’

‘Ryan Fordham has incredible legal skill and knowledge coupled with commercial understanding and practical application. Ryan understands commercial pressures and timeline pressure.’

‘Partner-led, pragmatic advice dealing with the points important to the commercial objectives of the client rather than on legal point scoring.’

‘Ryan Fordham has an excellent ability to get to the heart of the problem and find a practical solution to achieve client’s objectives.’

‘Shoosmiths’ London practice has the experience and accessibility that makes it a real hit with clients.’

‘Ian Reid is a brilliant team player and wonderful with clients.’

‘Very knowledgeable as well as being extremely up to date with the current market. They are also very responsive and helped us manage a complex contractor fail efficiently.’

‘Ryan Fordham is the best in the business as well as also just being a very humble person. He manages to quickly get to the heart of the matter and give then present various solutions.’

‘Specialist knowledge of practice areas.’

‘This practice is very unique as it caters for most construction-related issues. If our point of contact is not able to help or not part of their field, then they can direct us to other members of the team who can assist.’

‘We work with Navpreet Atwal and we find her to be very experienced and professional in the way she conducts herself and they service she’s provides which has helped us to improve our business and change the way we think as we normally give in to issues which we shouldn’t be and we know we are in safe hands and well protected contractually with Navpreet by our side.’

‘They are one-stop-shop with experts in every field. Service Stephenson Harwood provides is outstanding, they are prompt, thoughtful and understanding of client needs.’

‘I found the leadership of Navpreet Atwal at Stephenson Harwood to be exemplary. Navpreet is sharp and intelligent with the work she delivers. very astute and commercially savvy in drawing up strategies.’

‘Navpreet Atwal has been instrumental in protecting our interests on minor to major projects. We not only value her expertise on Construction Law but also her availability when the practicalities of a transaction require advisory services at a moments notice.’

‘Navpreet Atwal is very pleasant to work with. She has a deep background knowledge and understanding, as well as a commercial understanding of the bigger picture which helps to drive matters along to a successful conclusion. Her pragmatic approach is appreciated, understanding the client’s end goals and aspirations.’ 

‘The individuals I have worked with have been exceptional. They are friendly, responsive and transparent in a range of construction-related legal matters.’ 

‘We were working with Stephenson Harwood on contractual amendments but we had an additional immediate need to address a neighbourly matters issue and had a seamless transition with immediate input from a separate legal team within the practice.’