Department profile
Blake Morgan

Construction

UK Guide 2026 : Wales


Blake Morgan

Rankings

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Construction - Wales

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Blake Morgan has a respected department, as part of a wider national team, that offers clients a balanced service of transactional and dispute resolution advice. The department represents clients ranging from public sector health bodies and government authorities to private developers and contractors. It has particular strength in the higher education and social housing sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Blake Morgan advised various clients across 150 sites in relation to fire safety issues, both relating to external façade products installed in breach of Building Regulations and internal defects such as defective fire stopping and fire doors.

Strengths

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  • The team depth and breadth is very strong, with the ability to reach back and bring in colleagues from other departments to support as needed.

    Construction respondentUK
  • I have trust that Blake Morgan can handle the most complex of construction contracting, having directly experienced their ability to cut through issues and find a suitable legal route.

    Construction respondentUK
  • The team provides a personal service with expert knowledge.

    Construction respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Joanna Rees
    Band 1Joanna Rees

    Joanna Rees

    Joanna Rees regularly advises clients, including educational and government bodies, on the contractual and contentious aspects of construction projects.
    • She had excellent knowledge of construction law and is able to construct clear and concise arguments to difficult technical questions.

      Construction respondentUK
    • Joanna leads and delegates across her team to ensure business goals are understood, managed and delivered to the highest standards.

      Construction respondentUK
    • Joanna provides an excellent service.

      Construction respondentUK
  • Associates to watchSophie Latham
    Associates to watchSophie Latham

    Sophie Latham

    Sophie Latham is an associate at Blake Morgan who principally advises the NEC. She has experience assisting both public and private sector clients.

    • Sophie was instrumental to the success of the project. She provided invaluable support to the team, allowing them to make informed decisions on complex legal topics.

      Construction respondentUK
    • As an associate Sophie was excellent.

      Construction respondentUK

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