With a sizeable client roster spanning the real estate, energy and public sectors, TLT‘s ’extremely professional and very approachable’ construction practice covers a wide expanse of non-contentious and contentious matters. On the infrastructure side, the team has expertise covering projects extending to defence and nuclear energy projects, while, on the real estate development side, the firm is noted for acting for social housing advisers. Practice head Simon Goss advises a range of contractors, developers, and government departments, while Tom Wrzesien leads the contentious construction team. Ralph Hindle specialises in disputes, including delay, disruption and defective work claims, with Paul Jackson and Rebecca Harries-Williams also being key contacts for litigation advice. Senior associate Lawrence Mansell is prominent on the non-contentious side, and Charlotte Glasse handles a blend of both contentious and non-contentious matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Very responsive and proactive in providing support when it has been needed, with clear advice and good technical knowledge.’

  • ‘They have been a go-to firm on construction matters given their knowledge of us as a client and the cross-practice capabilities.’

  • ‘The construction practice at TLT are extremely professional and very approachable. They are open minded and thoroughly consider a number of potential scenarios before deciding on a course of action to pursue. Their advice is well considered and comprehensive.’

  • ‘The individuals that I have worked with at TLT have always provided clear and concise instructions. Discussions have been open, robust and challenging, which is exactly what is required in addressing complex construction disputes.’

Key clients

  • BEAR Scotland
  • Bristol City Council
  • Canal & River Trust
  • Lucozade Ribena Suntory
  • Manchester Airport Group
  • Peabody Housing
  • The Guinness Partnership

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Simon Goss

Other key lawyers

Tom Wrzesien, Ralph Hindle, Paul Jackson, Rebecca, Harries-Williams, Lawrence Mansell, Charlotte Glasse