Oliver Carroll
Clifford Chance LLPClifford Chance LLP handles a range of public law issues relating to government engagement, corporate transactions, and judicial reviews regarding polices affecting regulated sectors. The team caters to clients who operate across various industries, such as energy, infrastructure, healthcare, and TMT. The practice led by Samantha Ward, who has in-depth experience with commercial judicial reviews. Oliver Carroll is another notable lawyer in the team, who handles both contentious and non-contentious public law matters. Elizabeth Morony retired from the practice in October 2023.
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‘A strong team that is led by experts.’
‘Clifford Chance's support for its clients is second to none.’
'The team is really great. They are very responsive and with a broad range of experience.'
'The lawyers really care about the client and the outcomes the client is trying to achieve.'
'They come across as genuinely invested and very dedicated.'
'Andrew Dean and Oliver Carrol: both are brilliant.'
Key clients
- Hitachi Rail
- Sizewell C
- Belize Bank Limited
- Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy
- Network Rail
Work highlights
- Acted for an international investment bank in a judicial review against HMRC.
- Advised the sole shareholder of a UK-based housing developer on public law issues and a potential judicial review challenge.
- Advising on the development and financing of the new Sizewell C nuclear power station in the UK.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Samantha Ward