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Clarke Willmott LLP

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With strong collaboration across its offices, Clarke Willmott LLP is noted for its expertise advising on a range of disputes and contractual matters, particularly those arising from the insolvency of contractors and suppliers. The firm also regularly advises contractors on payment mechanism disputes, losses and expenses, extension of time and defect claims. The team, led by James Driver in Manchester, is supported by key partners Mark Scotney and Peter McHugh in Birmingham, who both specialise in construction disputes and mediation.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is incredibly efficient, manages our expectations very well and offers very sound guidance.’

  • ‘Having a team of individuals available provides flexibility to ensure that requirements are met in short order. Their Construction Law knowledge has been invaluable not only in contentious cases but also in general advice providing the benefit of considered decision making. Billing is always undertaken to provide a feel of good value for the output.'

  • ‘Mark Scotney and Mark Christie have always been on hand to answer queries with a very personable manner, making Clarke Willmott an approachable firm without the impression of bureaucracy.’

  • ‘Mark and Georgina are so incredibly efficient, they have managed us through what could have been a very stressful process with such clear guidance at every step of the way. Always keeping us in the loop but not overwhelming us with unnecessary technicalities.’

Key clients

  • Abri
  • B Price Limited
  • Stonewater Limited

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

James Driver

Other key lawyers

Peter McHugh, Mark Scotney, Mark Christie