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Baker McKenzie

Construction: International Arbitration

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Baker McKenzie's construction practice comprises contentious and non-contentious lawyers, who work closely as part of a team with their clients' in-house resources throughout the project life cycle, in up-front structuring, procurement and negotiation of construction projects, involvement in financing, refinancing and forward sale and purchase of development real estate assets, effective contract management during the construction period and the resolution of disputes arising from the construction process. 

We act for employers/owners on large and complex heavy engineering and process plant project, are involved in the development and financing of high-profile commercial, residential and industrial buildings in the UK and internationally and regularly work on ground breaking, iconic and strategically important governmental and private projects:

The team places the construction expertise at the centre of the practice and has a depth and focus on construction issues and practice which enables them to advise their clients (mainly owners but also some international contractors and lenders) across a broad range of heavy engineering projects as well as more traditional commercial development. 

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Construction: International Arbitration - UK-wide

What the Team is Known For
Baker McKenzie has a respected practice with a strong international presence including significant experience of work in the Middle East and the CIS. The team handles both contentious and non-contentious matters in the infrastructure and commercial development sectors and is equally adept at assisting with arbitration proceedings. Its lawyers are well equipped to advise on the construction aspects of sizeable energy and transport projects. The firm's impressive roster of clients includes prominent financial institutions and corporations.
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Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie advised a consortium of lenders comprising Standard Chartered Bank, CIMB, Maybank, OCBC, DBS and RHB on the financing, refinancing and construction of all phases of the Battersea Power Station redevelopment.

Strengths

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  • The firm demonstrates an amazing breadth and depth of expert knowledge which allows us to map out the legal aspects of the project, giving us confidence in areas in which we have limited experience.

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  • The construction team at Baker McKenzie are responsive, flexible, and personable. They clearly are experts in the field and have an impressive ability to communicate complex issues in a practical way.

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  • The value of the support and advice that I receive from the construction department of Baker McKenzie is among the best I have received.

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  • Bake Mckenzie's ability to explain complex legal issues clearly and propose commercially realistic options sets them apart.

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  • Baker McKenzie stand out for their practical, solutions-oriented advice and strong grasp of the regulatory and contractual landscape surrounding UK real estate development.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Kate A Corby
    Kate A Corby

    Kate A Corby

    Kate Corby defends clients in complex arbitrations, often arising from construction delays and damages, in claims against contractors. She is well versed in handling ICC-seated arbitrations.

    • She is a standout talent in construction disputes. She is extremely sharp and provides pragmatic and commercial advice to clients. She is brilliant assisting in navigating complex disputes.

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    • Kate is a top-notch commercial arbitration lawyer.

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    • Kate is very knowledgeable in the construction litigation field and delivers excellent service.

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    • Kate is able to identify and tackle the real issues to be handled. She is very organised and careful to meet expected time frames and expectations.

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    • She is a very impressive, personable and highly experienced legal expert. I'd recommend her without hesitation.

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  • Mike Webster
    Mike Webster

    Mike Webster

    Mike Webster routinely acts for owners, contractors and lenders from a range of industries, including prominent players in the infrastructure, energy, mining and transport sectors. He regularly advises on procurement issues and the drafting and negotiation of construction contracts and other agreements. He is noted for his ability to handle both domestic matters and transactions involving European-based assets.
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  • Rhiannon Williams
    Rhiannon Williams

    Rhiannon Williams

    Rhiannon Williams is an experienced construction lawyer who is frequently sought out to advise on project developments and the related commercial arrangements. She is noted for her expertise in the infrastructure, energy and mining sectors. She advises clients across a range of jurisdictions, with particular experience in EMEA and the Caribbean.

    • Rhiannon provides solid, pragmatic advice. She has great awareness of the wider market conditions.

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    • Rhiannon is first class for responsiveness and understanding of her client's business.

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  • Tania Arora
    Tania Arora

    Tania Arora

    Tania Arora has strong experience advising on transactional aspects of sizeable domestic and international projects, with a focus on the Middle East. She frequently assists with construction contracts and financing elements of energy, transport and mixed-use developments.

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