Professional negligence

Mayer Brown International LLP

Mayer Brown International LLP continues to boast a strong construction offering that regularly advises on complex disputes within the sector. The team is co-led by Michael Regan and Sally Davies. Alongside James Morris, Regan is heavily involved in the case of Shepherd Construction v Kingspan & Ors, which concerns a large multi-party cladding claim. Jonathan Stone has extensive experience handling claims relating to architects, contractors, suppliers, and engineers. Robert Hobson is also noted for his capabilities in acting in claims involving defective designs and policy coverage issues. Tim Shepherd departed the firm in April 2024.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

'They are able to turn around work at exceptionally short notice with perfect quality.'
‘Sally Davies has a wealth of knowledge and experience. She advises with complete confidence. She has excellent tactical strategy and is quick to identify technical key points.’
‘Mayer Brown has a highly experienced professional negligence team with a sophisticated employment advisory component. Highly recommended.’
‘Mayer Brown demonstrates a high level of responsiveness and expertise at all times. They have a deep understanding of commercial issues.’
'Both James Morris and Hannah Cartwright have proved exemplary in their professional support. They are persistent in establishing the full range of evidence and use their knowledge, experience, and understanding to scrutinise information and set out the facts. They respond promptly to all queries.'
'They are trusted professionals. They have supportive, thoughtful, and personable individuals.’
‘They are extremely practical in their legal advice and strategy.’
‘Sally Davies and James Morris are both exceptionally capable and personable.’

Key clients

Standard Life
Shepherd Construction Limited

Work highlights

Advising Standard Life on a substantial claim against its professional team and development manager following significant delay and cost overruns during the construction of a retail park in Newbury.
Representing a UK-based construction company in a landmark construction and cladding dispute worth almost £70m.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.