Ashfords LLP‘s construction practice boasts expertise in Building Safety Act compliance matters and regularly advises significant local authority clients on a wide range of related issues. The team is also experienced in handling JCT design and build contracts and residential regeneration projects. Bristol-based Carl Thompson leads the construction and infrastructure, while Jessica Taylor  steers the non-contentious practice in London. Tilly Traill is also recommended.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The practise has a a good appreciation of the practical application of commercial and legal frameworks, and has been very supportive in giving practical advice on key issues.’

  • ‘Very happy with the assistance that is granted to us each time. Many thanks for all your support.’

  • ‘Extreme thank you to Jessica Taylor. There is not enough stars to describe our gratitude for all help.’

  • ‘Personal service and fast turn around time.’

  • ‘Jessica Taylor and Tilly Traill are very knowledgeable and provide easy to understand advice in a practical way.’

  • ‘We've never needed to look elsewhere as Ashfords always make themselves available, attend to all matters efficiently and effectively and are thoroughly enjoyable to work with.’

  • ‘I've worked with Jessica Taylor over the last few years and I find her professionalism and personality inspiring. I wish there were so, so many more people in the construction industry like Jessica. It's an absolute pleasure to deal with her every time.' 

  • 'The individuals have been prepared to offer their considered advice, but also then to take instructions from the Client on how it wishes to interpret and apply that advice.'

Key clients

  • London Borough of Hackney
  • The Royal Parks
  • Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea
  • Norman Rourke Pryme Limited
  • Brick by Brick Croydon Limited
  • Curo Group
  • Studio Millership
  • CC Construction Limited

Work highlights

  • Advising the London Borough of Hackney on its projected 15-year social infrastructure regeneration project being procured in up to 10 phases.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Carl Thompson, Jessica Taylor

Other key lawyers

Tilly Traill