CMS

CMS has a comprehensive contentious construction offering, representing clients from a variety of industries regarding high-end real estate, energy, and data centre developments. The practice demonstrates a proven track-record in international arbitrations and Supreme Court disputes. The team is jointly steered by Adrian Bell, who receives mandates from an array of leading international and domestic clients, and Steven Williams, who brings ‘immense experience’ across a range of high level disputes, including in the Supreme Court. Emma Schaafsma remains a key port of call for high-value and complex disputes across the energy and transport sectors. Further notable individuals include experienced international arbitrator Philip Norman and Catherine Gelder, who is a key contact among property developers.