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Stevens & Bolton LLP

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Counting national and international entities from across the life sciences, education, and engineering spaces as its key clients, the Stevens & Bolton LLP team is well equipped to advise on complex new build projects and construction adjudication. The group is based in Guilford, with the head, Kimberley Eyssell, noted for her extensive experience of acting for all parties in the contractual chain and handling all elements of formal dispute resolutions. Stephen Rockhill focuses on drafting and negotiating building contracts, while Ben Willis provides ‘excellent advice’ to investors, developers, and office occupiers in relation to non-contentious matters. Senior associate Gwilym Evans is noted for his domestic arbitration work, and Claire Perry is knowledgeable on forms of alternative dispute resolution.

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  • ‘We have worked with Ben Willis since 2021 and he is always available to spend the time to discuss any issues and to explain the various options so that we can make an informed decision. He has provided excellent advice.’

Key clients

  • Kia Motors (UK) Ltd
  • Eastleigh Borough Council
  • Gist Limited
  • VX Fiber Ltd
  • Maris Interiors LLP
  • CBRE Managed Services Ltd
  • Schneider (G.B) Limited
  • Institute of Cancer Research
  • Royal Albert Hall

Work highlights

  • Advised Frameless London on the fit-out of the landmark Marble Arch Place development, an immersive art gallery experience.
  • Advised a renewable energy company on a number of issues relating to energy performance contracts.
  • Advised a fit-out main contractor on several renovation contracts for central London projects.

Lawyers

Leading individuals

Kimberley Eyssell

Kimberley Eyssell

Stevens & Bolton LLP

Partner and Head of Construction and Engineering, specialising in contentious matters including TCC litigation, arbitration, adjudication, ADR and dispute resolution.

Stephen Rockhill

Stephen Rockhill

Stevens & Bolton LLP

Consultant dealing with commercial and private clients on complex commercial and high-end residential construction projects. He is often involved at the commencement of a project, advising on project risk and procurement. Provides 'live project' advice.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Kimberley Eyssell

Other key lawyers

Stephen Rockhill, Ben Willis, Gwilym Evans, Claire Perry