Suzannah Newboult
DLA PiperOften handling energy, healthcare, and transport projects, DLA Piper is praised for its ‘wealth of knowledge’, and is well-equipped to represent clients on the full spectrum of contentious construction matters. Lauded as a ’valuable asset’, Andrew Mackenzie, who is proficient in engineering disputes, co-leads the team with Robert Harker. Suzannah Newboult specialises in the oil and gas as well as utility sectors, while Adam Haque often handles renewable energy mandates. Terrick McCallum is experienced before ADGM and DIFC courts, and Kara Henderson-Price is another name to note.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Proactive and strategic services, with an understanding of the client's goals and incentives which often go beyond the legal position.’
- ‘The construction team has a wealth of knowledge in complex offshore windfarm disputes and worked together collaboratively.’
- ‘Excellent legal advice but also valuable commercial advice to assist with settlement discussions. The team is responsive to tight timelines which was very helpful in the circumstances.’
- ‘Suzannah Newboult has extensive experience.’
- ‘Andrew McKenzie always makes himself available at short notice to accommodate requests for urgent legal advice.’
- ‘Andrew McKenzie’s various commercial sensitivities makes him a valuable asset.’
Key clients
- Bee'ah (Sharjah Environment Co. LLC)
- Nakheel
- Dutco Construction Co. LLC
- BK Gulf LLC
- DBB Contracting LLC
- BAM Higgs & Hill LLC
Work highlights
- Advised Bee'ah (Sharjah Environment Co. LLC) on the construction and export credit financing of its new headquarters building in Sharjah.
- Represented BAM Higgs & Hill LLC (BAM) in proceedings against Affan Innovative Structures LLC following subcontractor agreement disputes.
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Andrew Mackenzie
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The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Robert Harker, Andrew Mackenzie