Elizabeth Painter
RWK GoodmanWith a client roster consisting of developers, contractors, and investors, RWK Goodman‘s ’exceptional’ construction and engineering practice advises across a spread of developments and properties spanning the energy and renewables, transport, healthcare, education, and technology industries. ‘Go-to’ construction disputes lawyer Andrew Ash spearheads the team and is well-versed in assisting domestic and international clients. ’Very commercial and grounded in her approach’, Elizabeth Painter focuses on non-contentious matters. Catherine Welch departed from the team in late 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘RWK continue to provide a friendly, supportive and professional service to our business. The RWK team meets deadlines and provides robust, trustworthy advice.'
‘Andrew Ash is honest, forthright and not afraid to deal with/confront issues we may not like in the advice he gives. Andrew has made an extreme effort to understand our business and its legal needs in contracting. He gives a balanced view on contentious issues and therefore we have a fantastic working relationship. The level and attention to detail in his written legal documents for us is exceptional.’
‘The construction team at RWK Goodman is exceptional. They are a pleasure to work with, responsive, quick and thorough.'
‘The team working with us stand out in their clear and thorough communication and advice. The individuals involved were pleasant and engaging throughout and above all showed strength in conviction and excellent advice.’
‘Andrew Ash is our "go-to" lawyer in respect of contentious construction disputes. He offers a no-nonsense approach on disputes and gets straight to the crux of the issues immediately. His ability to get straight to the point of an issue and deliver it to our project team with clarity and understanding is first class.'
- 'Elizabeth Painter is outstanding for her qualified years. Sharp, intelligent and her advice is beyond her years.’
‘They take a comprehensive but commercial approach and give excellent legal support. It is well balanced and clearly explained.’
‘Elizabeth Painter - Excellent to work with on construction contracts and construction matters. Very commercial and grounded in her approach. Measured in her response and clear in her recommendations.’
Key clients
- M.J. Church (Plant) Limited
- National Grid Electricity Distribution plc
- GTEK Plant Limited
- Conservation Builders Limited
- Socomec UK Limited
- Stovax Heating Group Limited
- Famella Limited
- Edmont Limited
Work highlights
- Advised MJ Church on the contract and its sub-contracts for the National Highways Scheme Delivery Framework (under NEC4).
- Advised Conservation Builders Limited on the contracts to deliver bespoke high-end, high-value homes for private individuals in holiday home developments in the Cotswolds and Dorset.
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Leading associates
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Andrew Ash