Keystone Law‘s practice has capabilities covering the full spectrum of construction matters. Martin Howe is highly experienced in non-contentious matters including contracts and procurement mandates, with recent work notably involving universities. With experience across the hotel, hospitality, road, rail, groundworks and tunnelling spaces, Louise Garcia focuses on the contentious side including delay and contract claims. Jon Close ’has an excellent manner and is very pragmatic’, and brings additional expertise in the renewable sector, cyber installations, and research and development projects, especially in the food security and manufacturing sectors. Meanwhile, Australia-qualified solicitor Andrew Thompson has a strong track record across a plethora of construction contracts. Sarah Steed also supports.
Testimonials
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‘The team I use is highly experienced, well-coordinated, professional and thorough. I receive a first-class service from a team that has taken the time and trouble to understand my situation and approach tasks in a time-efficient manner. Their knowledge and experience is of enormous benefit. I consider their people to be of the highest standard and their willingness to collaborate with clients, partners, counsel and experts is refreshing.’
‘Louise Garcia has been enormously helpful and unwaveringly supportive.’
‘The team are always available to help even at short notice, this is a big plus point. The team are easy to deal with.’
‘Jon Close continues to be my go-to person, he has an excellent manner and is very pragmatic in is approach to matters. We have always had great results when using Jon for our commercial and litigation cases.’
'Keystone Law has a large team of experienced lawyers able to assist many businesses and individuals with wide-ranging specialist advice and in-depth industry knowledge. When dealing with complex issues or when advice is needed in multiple areas of law, dedicated teams can be assembled to achieve the best outcome.'
Key clients
- UK Power Solutions Limited
- Vitruvius Management Services Ltd
- University of Southampton
- University of the West of England
- Octavius Infrastructure Limited
- Vertical Future Limited
- Osborne Construction Limited and Group Companies
- Forcia Limited
- Ascent Development Limited
- Innovare Limited
- Keyplan Engineering Limited
- Baymoore Investing Limited
- Pioneer Educational Trust
Work highlights
- Providing advice on all of the University of Southampton's construction-related issues.
- Drafted SMA Building and Maintenance Solution Limited’s framework agreement with Majestic Wines for property maintenance work to be done across 107 stores within the UK.