Ward Hadaway LLP
Ward Hadaway LLP’s Newcastle-based construction and engineering team provides non-contentious advice to public sector bodies, such as various local authorities and healthcare organisations, for development projects. Despite the departure of Tim Craig, the ‘technically sound, reliable’ Neil Williamson; experienced department head Paul Reekie, who supports clients through construction disputes and contractual terms; and mixed-use development specialist Alan Ross remain key contacts for a range of clients.
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‘Neil Williamson is technically sound, reliable, makes himself available, is supportive and commercial, and easy to use.'
Key clients
- Telford & Wrekin Council
- South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Northumberland County Council
- Kiafield Properties Limited
- Karbon Homes
- Sunderland City Council
- Advance Northumberland Limited
- McAleer & Rushe Contracts UK Limited
- Tees Valley Combined Authority
- Constellia Public Limited
Work highlights
- Advising Telford & Wrekin Council in relation to the construction documents for the Station Quarter development.
- Advising the trust on the negotiation of a building contract for the development of a new theatre block at the Friarage Hospital, including six operating theatres and two treatment rooms.
- Advising Northumberland Council in relation to a series of building contracts for the installation of 'green' upgrades across their residential property portfolio following grant funding, including the installation of solar panels, air source heat pumps and insulation measures.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paul Reekie