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Construction: Non-contentious - London (Firms)

5
Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Fieldfisher has an accomplished team noted for its ability on both contentious and non-contentious construction mandates. The firm assists contractors and developers with arbitrations, adjudications and proceedings before the Technology and Construction Court, particularly in relation to delay, defect and final account claims. The team is also adept at assisting with contractual aspects of energy and social infrastructure developments, as well as residential and commercial properties. It is noted for its proficiency in both domestic matters and issues arising out of projects in Africa.

Work Highlights

  • Fieldfisher advised Morgan Sindall Infrastructure on its bid for a place on the IDP framework at Sellafield.

  • Fieldfisher advised Muse Developments on providing live project advice including responding to claims for variations and extensions of time during the construction of Phase 2 of the Lewisham Gateway redevelopment.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Dan Preston
3
Dan Preston
3
Band 3

Dan Preston has deep expertise in handling contentious matters. He regularly assists developers and contractors with cases involving final account claims and substantial defects, including cladding issues.

Dan Preston's expertise in the construction space is standout. He provides very pragmatic, business-friendly advice. His client management is great and he is very responsive to feedback.

Dan has a friendly, down-to-earth manner and provides excellent advice.

Cecily Davis
5
Cecily Davis
5
Band 5
Cecily Davis is highly experienced in advising on the construction aspects of a variety of projects, including social infrastructure, energy and transport schemes. She is well regarded for her expertise in relation to transactions concerning assets in Africa. She is co-head of the firm's Africa group.

Cecily has superb experience and practical knowledge of the construction and real estate world.

David Thorne
5
David Thorne
5
Band 5
David Thorne is a respected construction lawyer with a strong track record of representing clients before the Technology and Construction Court. He frequently acts for contractors in complex defect and delay claims.

He is an experienced pair of hands.

Ranked Lawyers at
Fieldfisher

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Construction: Contentious

Dan Preston
3
Dan Preston
3
Band 3
David Thorne
5
David Thorne
5
Band 5
Construction: Non-contentious

Cecily Davis
5
Cecily Davis
5
Band 5