About

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Our construction disputes team advises on a diverse range of construction disputes, including delay/disruption claims, defects and negligence claims, valuation and payment claims, dilapidation claims, projects disputes (including PPP/PFI), and disputes concerning performance bonds and other guarantees. We help clients to avoid and resolve disputes globally across both mature and emerging markets.

We pride ourselves on our ability to devise appropriate and proportionate response strategies, helping our clients navigate the range of dispute options – from early settlement of claims and mediation, to adjudication and all forms of international arbitration and litigation.

Our projects and construction lawyers advise on complex domestic and international claims as well as everyday disputes across the transport, social infrastructure and energy & natural resources sectors, and those relating to commercial developments and premises. Our cross border approach gives us insight and experience that sets us apart from our competitors.

Chambers Review

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Construction - North West

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Clyde & Co has a noteworthy practice with a wide client base, including developers, contractors and public bodies. The team possesses significant strength in both non-contentious and contentious construction matters. It is adept at representing clients in high-value adjudications and litigation before the Technology and Construction Court. The team offers particular expertise in the education sector, acting for several universities.

Work Highlights

  • Clyde & Co acted for the University of Manchester on a £20 million defect claim, mediating on behalf of the university and reaching a successful settlement.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Lucy Frith
3
Lucy Frith
3
Band 3
Lucy Frith is a respected disputes lawyer in the projects and construction team at Clyde & Co. She regularly assists clients with defect claims arising out of energy and housing developments.

Lucy is a delight to work with. She is very hard-working and client-focused.

Lucy's expertise, dedication and unwavering commitment have been instrumental. She is an invaluable asset and a true embodiment of excellence in legal service.

Lucy is an exceptional lawyer. She is easy to work with and strategic in her thinking.

Steve Cannon
3
Steve Cannon
3
Band 3
Steve Cannon is a respected construction lawyer with a prominent practice assisting clients with contentious matters. He regularly provides representation in disputes over design and construction defects, particularly in the education and healthcare sectors.

Steve's advice is very consistent and clear. He has a real gift for communicating technical matters in a straightforward manner. His commercial and strategic advice is of an incredibly high standard.

He is really commercial and client-focused.

Steve brings his years of experience in the industry to provide sharp, focused, commercial and practical advice.

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Clyde & Co LLP

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North West

Construction

Lucy Frith
3
Lucy Frith
3
Band 3
Steve Cannon
3
Steve Cannon
3
Band 3

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