Caroline Pope
Addleshaw GoddardThe ‘creative and agile’ bench at Addleshaw Goddard continues to stand out for its expertise in PFI and PPP disputes and international arbitration cases. The ’extremely experienced’ Jonathan Tattersall leads the team, specialising in major international developments and construction disputes within the healthcare sector. Julia Court and James Shackleton are well regarded for their expertise in large residential projects and refurbishments, particularly in the commercial and public sectors. Clarissa Smith is also recommended, assisting with Building Safety Act-related work and acting in various design disputes. Senior consultant Bob Maynard and Caroline Pope joined the team from DLA Piper in October 2023.
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‘Addleshaw Goddard are a creative and agile practice with a highly capable team across all disciplines to provide a wholistic view and quickly articulate the key issues from all sides. The team focus on resolving the key risks, without becoming bogged down on minor issues that unnecessarily prolong negotiations.’
‘Very strong at all levels with a wide variety of domestic and international work, with particular strength in PFI and PPP projects and disputes and internationally.'
‘Jonathan Tattersall is extremely experienced and personable. He is very strong in Asia and in PFI and PPP in particular. Caroline Pope is an excellent lateral hire, bringing huge experience of disputes into an already strong team. James Shackleton is a junior partner with a wealth of recent dispute experience.’
‘The team is very good at communicating, which means they share their knowledge and experience, meaning that they are very adept at complex situations and very responsive. It also means their people are supported, enhancing diversity, and particularly retention of women. ’
‘A wealth of experience together with a practical, hands-on, commercial approach.’
‘The individuals at Addleshaw Goddard LLP truly stand out due to their exceptional dedication, expertise, and client-centric approach.'
'What sets them apart from competitors is their unwavering commitment to providing tailored solutions and personalised service, ensuring our clients receive the attention and support they deserve.'
- 'Partners and associates have deep legal knowledge, innovative problem-solving skills, and genuine care for our clients' success. Their proactive communication, attention to detail, and ability to navigate complex legal matters with ease have been invaluable to our firm and greatly appreciated by our clients.’
Key clients
- UPP Group Limited
- Angelo Gordon
- Kajima Construction Europe
- Beltane Asset Management
- Cadogan Estates
- Watkin Jones Westfield Edinburgh
- Viscop Canterbury
- Battersea Power Station Developments
- Aggregate Industries
- SPX Flow
- Foss Argo
- JRL Properties
- West Sussex Estates Partnership Limited
- ICG
- McLaren Property
Work highlights
- Advising Kajima on major TCC proceedings regarding healthcare PFI disputes in Brighton and Sheffield valued in excess of £50 million.
- Acting for an Italian contractor in a dispute valued at approximately USD136m regarding refurbishment of a motorway in Eastern Europe.
- Advising a global contractor on the ongoing complex and high-value dispute relating to a transport project in the East of England.
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