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Devonshires LLP

Construction: Contentious

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Devonshires LLP

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Construction: Contentious - London (Firms)

Band 5

What the Team is Known For
Devonshires has a robust contentious construction practice. The team regularly handles delay and defects cases, as well as cladding-related disputes. The firm undertakes considerable work on behalf of local authorities, developers and contractors. The team often handles significant commercial projects across London.
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Work Highlights

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  • Devonshires represented Hexagon Housing Association in a Supreme Court case concerning the interpretation of termination clauses governing the contractor’s right to terminate its employment under the building contract.

Strengths

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  • Devonshires' team distinguish themselves for being responsive, knowledgeable, pragmatic and approachable in their services.

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  • Devonshires provide a highly responsive service, and stand out for taking a pragmatic and commercial approach to achieve excellent results for their clients.

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  • Devonshires offers reliability and availability with a robust advice and a practical approach to the resolutions. It enjoys a leading role within the construction legal industry.

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  • The Devonshires construction team understand our needs, laying out information in an understandable manner and providing relevant advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Mark London
    Mark London

    Mark London

    Mark London represents clients in an array of construction disputes arising out of major projects, including both litigation and adjudication hearings. He often acts for major residential developers, housing associations and local authorities in claims relating to time, costs and defects, and has significant expertise in relation to cladding issues.

    • Mark is a very personable and effective solicitor.

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    • Mark is an excellent performer who advises in a clear and decisive way.

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    • Mark responds incredibly promptly.

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    • His advice is strategic, sharp and pragmatic. He has a deep understanding of the legal and commercial drivers of construction disputes and makes the complex manageable.

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    • Mark has a good strategic mind and handles matters very well.

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