‘Well resourced, knowledgeable and efficient’, DAC Beachcroft LLP’s Bristol-based construction and engineering team covers an expansive range of contentious and non-contentious matters for a set of public and private healthcare providers (including the NHS), housebuilders, and central and local government groups. Ben Thornycroft leads the team and has a focus on non-contentious matters including strategic procurement mandates, development work, and contract advice, working for both tenants and landlords. On the contentious side, Nick Hillyard is ‘an extremely knowledgeable operator’ with extensive experience covering litigation, arbitration, and adjudication matters. Meanwhile, Phillip Roberts is highly experienced in handling professional indemnity claims against construction professionals. In August 2023, the construction disputes bench was further strengthened with the addition of Giles Tagg and Simon Matthews, both formerly at Beale & Co.
Testimonials
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- 'I am very impressed by the professionalism of the team.'
- 'Nick Hillyard is an extremely knowledgeable operator. His highly professional yet laid back and affable style puts you at ease.'
Key clients
- Westfield Europe Ltd
- Guy's & St Thomas's NHS FT
Work highlights
- Advising Guy's & St Thomas's NHS Trust FT on projects preparatory to the construction of the major Evelina Children's Hospital extension.
- Advising Bristol Zoo on the proposed new zoo development on the Wildplace site on the outskirts of the city.