Addleshaw Goddard
Addleshaw Goddard‘s transport practice is led from Manchester with market-leading rail disputes and regulatory knowledge. The team has a number of key focuses including rail franchising and concessions, station development, freight, logistics and aviation. Paul Hirst is a leading rail expert and specialises in infrastructure projects and franchises. He co-heads the practice with Sara Gilmore, who advises in relation to bus reform, and regulatory expert Michael Rainey. Ursula Gould frequently advises on high-value contracts in relation to new operator models, expansion of light rail systems and operating agreements.
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Testimonials
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- 'The AG team quite simply has more experience than any other legal firms. This allows them to support their clients with deep knowledge and insight - while being prepared to listen and learn from others.'
- 'The team were expert in taking technology that is more established on other sectors and applying them to the bus leasing market. They helped us to negotiate and document a commercial structure that delivered for all parties in the transaction and to a very tight timescale.'
- 'Sara Gilmore is knowledgeable and approachable, providing thought-through and insightful advice to clients. Sara has particular strengths in the field of bus regulation.'
- 'Simon Gwynne was absolutely committed to getting the deal over the line and was always available with helpful suggestions and innovations to make sure that the transaction worked for all parties.'
Key clients
- Prologis Group Companies
- VTG Rail UK Limited
- London Luton Airport Limited
- Eversholt Rail
- Department for Transport
- High Speed Two (HS2) Limited
- Volkswagen AG
- Greater London Authority / Transport for London
- West Yorkshire Combined Authority
- West Midlands Combined Authority
- Hitachi Rail Limited
- MerseyTravel
- Manchester Airport Group
- HS1 Limited
- Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority
- Freightliner Heavy Haul Limited
- Ove Arup & Partners
- SMBC
- DB Cargo
- Sealink Travel Group
- Transport for Greater Manchester
- The Road Haulage Association (RHA)
- Associated British Ports Limited
- Merseyrail
- Cornwall Council
- Rock Road
Work highlights
- Advised the Department for Transport on the development and roll out of the new National Rail Contract.
- Advised Merseytravel on the development of its bus franchising assessment for the Liverpool City Region.
- Advised West Midlands Combined Authority on the rebuild of two existing train stations at University and Perry Barr.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paul Hirst, Sara Gilmore, Michael Rainey