Burges Salmon LLP, Construction | Chambers UK Profile

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We work with clients across sectors including energy, utilities, transport and real estate, providing expert guidance at every stage of project development and delivery.

With over 40 specialist lawyers providing comprehensive legal advice on complex infrastructure projects, our construction and engineering team is one of the largest in the UK. We act for major public and private sector clients, including developers, funders, investors, contractors and consultants.

Our expertise spans contract drafting, dispute resolution and procurement challenges. Notable clients include Highways England, Transport for Wales and HSBC. Our team is a trusted partner for innovative projects, especially in the renewables and infrastructure sectors.

With lawyers qualified in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland, we advise on UK-wide and international projects across Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia. We provide comprehensive multidisciplinary support for construction and engineering projects, such as:

• Construction contracts and professional appointments

• Funding strategies

• Procurement strategies

• Health and safety

• Disputes/troubleshooting

Chambers Review

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Construction - South West

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Burges Salmon is a powerful force in the market, providing a broad range of clients with support on transactional and litigious matters. The team is regularly involved in big-ticket projects in an array of sectors, with particular expertise in renewable and nuclear energy schemes, water infrastructure and major transport projects across the South West. The firm is able to handle both domestic and international matters, with experience in Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

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Work Highlights

Burges Salmon advised Redrow Homes and the landowners at Plasdŵr, a new Garden City five miles from Cardiff’s city centre, on the construction elements of the project.

Strengths

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The team are really knowledgeable about key aspects of construction contracts, understanding the technical and commercial importance. They're always available to answer questions and provide feedback.

Construction respondent
UK

The team's ability to communicate matters, such as timetables, documents and so on, is first class.

Construction respondent
UK

We get good technical, strategic insight at partner level, with the support of able associates.

Construction respondent
UK

The lawyers at Burges Salmon are exceptional when it comes to helping us thread our way through complex issues on significant contracts. The support we get from the associates is also exemplary.

Construction respondent
UK

The team's ability to communicate matters, such as timetables, documents and so on, is first class.

Construction respondent
UK

We get good technical, strategic insight at partner level, with the support of able associates.

Construction respondent
UK

The lawyers at Burges Salmon are exceptional when it comes to helping us thread our way through complex issues on significant contracts. The support we get from the associates is also exemplary.

Construction respondent
UK

Notable Practitioners

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Steven James

Head of Construction

Band 1

Steven James has extensive experience advising on matters relating to nuclear and renewable energy sites, as well as utilities and transport infrastructure. He regularly acts for clients in various sectors on both transactions and disputes relating to major construction projects.

Steven has a great understanding of risk allocation and a practical, down-to-earth approach.

Steven has an excellent level of specialist knowledge.

Steven is unflappable in the face of public scrutiny and he's not afraid to challenge us when needed. He's embedded himself in our team.

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Richard Adams

Band 2

Richard Adams specialises in contentious construction issues, advising on major contractual disputes along with claims for defects and delays. He has experience handling arbitration and adjudication proceedings, as well as litigation.

Richard gives very practical advice and he knows where to spend client's money to get the best bang for the buck.

Richard is a fantastic lawyer. Pragmatic, approachable and responsive. We greatly value his expertise and his advice. He is an invaluable part of our risk management team.

Richard is a wise adviser to our company.

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Jessica Evans

Band 3

Jessica Evans is an up-and-coming partner in the South West market. She's earned a strong reputation for her contentious construction and engineering practice. Her areas of expertise include renewable energy projects, cross-border litigation and infrastructure disputes.

Jessica is a fantastic lawyer who gets to the crux of matters quickly.

Jessica provides excellent client service and strong legal support across long and complex projects. She's an absolute pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her.

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Lloyd James

Band 3

Lloyd James is recognised across the nation for his burgeoning construction and engineering practice. Most notably, he has earned a reputation across the country as a go-to specialist for renewable energy and grid transition projects. He works across the full gamut of clean energy production, including hydro and nuclear. He is qualified to practise in both Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Lloyd is very pragmatic and commercial. He provides straightforward advice and insight into market conditions in a very concise manner.

Lloyd is strong in supporting his clients with innovative solutions at critical junctures.

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Robert Russell-Smith

Associates to watch

Director Robert Russell-Smith is recognised as a rising star practitioner in the South West construction market. He has gained notable experience assisting with high-value renewable energy projects.

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Sophie Smith

Associates to watch

Associate Sophie Smith earns praise from the firm's clients for her attentive approach and high-quality work. She advises clients on contentious and non-contentious mandates, often in the green energy projects space.

Sophie is excellent; a really safe pair of hands. She will go far.

Sophie is a very proactive junior and is always happy to help the team and her clients.

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