DLA Piper‘s experienced team covers a wide range of transport matters, including work relating to heavy and light rail, bus, aviation and taxi issues. The team is experienced in acting on a number of road, highways and bridge projects, with strong international capabilities. Robert Smith has particular expertise in complex, regulated transport procurements, while Petra Billing is skilled in advising on planning and property matters within major transport projects, including property litigation. Ben Peecock and Ntsakisi Baloyi Rigby are also key names to note.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The team are technically outstanding and are able to work exceptionally well with the wider client team and stakeholders. Their value has also been their ability to provide a commercial view as well as the legal view to support decision-making and be able to anticipate issues before they happen.’
‘Robert Smith is able to take a pragmatic view and look at an issue holistically to provide solutions for the client organisation.'
Key clients
- Transport for Greater Manchester
- Greater Manchester Combined Authority
Work highlights
- Advising Transport for Greater Manchester and Greater Manchester Combined Authority on the reform of the bus industry across Greater Manchester.
- Advised Nottingham City Council on the restructuring of its long-term tram project.