UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide
Ranked Individuals
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Addleshaw Goddard provides first-rate advice on contentious and non-contentious matters and boasts depth of expertise across the UK with offices in London, Leeds and Manchester. Its clients range from government departments to key players in construction, healthcare, transport and utilities.
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Addleshaw Goddard advised United Utilities on the procurement process for the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme, the first water project under Ofwat's Direct Procurement for Customers process.
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Addleshaw Goddard gave us really robust advice in a timely manner and was available to provide the advice when needed. We could not have asked for anything more.
Addleshaw Goddard is responsive, knowledgeable and accessible in style of engagement and expertise in our specialist area.
The quality of the service at Addleshaw Goddard is better than any other firm in the market.
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Jonathan Davey is really responsive.
Jonathan is very experienced.
Michael Rainey heads up Addleshaw Goddard's national procurement team and has experience in advising central government departments on major utilities projects. He has worked on various projects in the water sector and has particular specialism in English and Scottish public transport.
Michael Rainey is very measured and considered. He knows his stuff and is calm and pragmatic.
Michael Rainey is very warm and engaging with clients.
Michael Rainey provided excellent oversight and stepped in when needed.
Bill Gilliam has a largely contentious practice, acting for private and public sector clients, and is particularly sought after to mount and defend challenges in the defence, utilities, healthcare and transport sectors. He regularly represents government departments in high-profile litigation.
Bill is highly recommended.
Bill Gilliam is very experienced.
Louise Dobson handles contractor and bidder-side challenges and has particularly extensive knowledge of the healthcare and life sciences sectors. She has further expertise in rail procurement litigation.
Louise is a force of nature and a ferocious advocate.
Louise Dobson is very responsive.
Louise Dobson is brilliant at the strategy side of things. She cuts through all the complexity.
Steven Brunning comes recommended from clients for his knowledge and experience handling procurement matters. As a member of The University of Nottingham’s Public Procurement Law Research Group, he has a history as a procurement practice specialist. This includes assisting central and local governments regarding procurement matters in technology, construction and infrastructure projects.
Steven Brunning has an excellent understanding of local authority client needs.
Steven Brunning is strong and thoughtful.
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