Led by Richard Gerstein, the contentious construction team at Mishcon de Reya LLP boasts accredited experience in international arbitration, while also regularly handling Building Safety Act and TCC clams in residential real estate and social infrastructure sectors. Alexandra Clough leads on cross-border energy projects, while Greg Falkof handles EPC contract-related disputes.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Excellent, pragmatic.'

  • ‘The team and Mishcon de Reya are extremely responsive. You feel like you are their only client which deserves high praise, as it is clear they are a very busy department.’

  • ‘Richard Gerstein is always available and ready to help. He is approachable, tenacious, and extremely level headed.’ 

Key clients

  • Get Living PLC
  • MPS Housing Ltd
  • The Owners of Morea Mews
  • The Hope Lease Ltd
  • PBSA 5 Sarl
  • Alternative Income Limited
  • Mears Group PLC

Work highlights

  • Representing Get Living PLC and Stratford Village Development Partnership in the leading case under s.124 of the Building Safety Act; currently the subject of an appeal to the Court of Appeal.
  • Representing MPS Housing Limited in the defence of adjudication enforcement proceedings on the basis of a breach of natural justice.
  • Representing The Hope Lease Ltd in High Court claims arising out of a fire during construction works at the venue.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Richard Gerstein

Other key lawyers

Alexandra Clough, Greg Falkoff