UK Guide 2026 : London (Firms)
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Provided by Fladgate LLP
Our substantial construction and engineering team is experienced in acting for employers, consultants, funders, contractors and subcontractors in the UK and internationally. We deal with a wide range of projects including transport and infrastructure, development projects, hotels, student accommodation, stadia, galleries, retail parks, waste, energy (including renewables) and major projects including PFI/PPP. Acting for all sides of the industry gives us a valuable insight and understanding of market positions from all sides.
We advise on construction claims of all kinds, ranging from liability for defects such as cladding and fire stopping to loss and expense claims for delay or disruption and final account claims. We also advise on professional negligence matters.
A significant part of our practice involves advising on issues during construction, such as payment, delay and incidents on site. Assistance we provide ranges from initial troubleshooting to alternative dispute resolution, including mediation. If the dispute cannot be resolved in any other way, we advise on arbitration or litigation to achieve a final result.
We have considerable experience of bringing and defending adjudications and are accustomed to resolving problems that commonly arise in the process such as jurisdictional challenges and enforcement issues. Our team includes members of the Adjudication Board of the Construction Industry Council.
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Fladgate has a recognised construction practice capable of advising clients on contentious and non-contentious construction matters. The firm's client base ranges from developers and suppliers to investors and cultural entities, such as museums. The practice covers a number of large-scale London projects, as well as energy and infrastructure developments further afield.
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Fladgate advised Otis on three sets of High Court proceedings regarding defective work in its installations.
Fladgate advised Shotton Mill and Eren Holding on all construction and associated aspects of the redevelopment of the Shotton Paper Mill site in Deeside, North Wales.
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Fladgate’s legal expertise in constructions matters is second to none. We welcome the team's legal opinions on all matters.
Fladgate's construction practitioners go to great lengths to understand the client's needs and objectives, becoming a part of the team. They are incredibly responsive, proactive and strategic.
One of the key strengths that distinguishes Fladgate is their proactive and prompt approach, consistently providing well-rounded advice that helps anticipate and mitigate potential risks.
Fladgate stand out for their commitment, diligence and real understanding of the construction industry.
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Joanne Kelly advises on a range of construction developments, including transactions involving residential, office, hospitality and mixed-use properties. She regularly assists with the drafting and negotiation of consultant appointments and building contracts.
Jo is commercially astute and a great technical lawyer. She is a pleasure to work with.
Joanne is an excellent lawyer. She is calm, diligent and professional.
David has a huge amount of experience in the industry and really understands how things work.
Christian Charles is an experienced construction and engineering-focused dispute resolution lawyer. He is well versed in a wide range of construction matters including cladding and fire safety issues, payment and termination disputes and design defects, among numerous others. He has appeared in the High Court.
Christian brings a friendly and collaborative approach to his client relationships. He is meticulous with his work and the quality of the advice that he gives.
Construction: Contentious
Construction: Contentious
Construction: Non-contentious
Provided by Fladgate LLP
David Breslin
Sasha Pirbhai
Christian Charles
Ian Smith
Digby Hebbard
Frances Jenkins
Kim Fowler
Oliver Tobin
David Weare
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Hollie Doherty
Andrew Bessemer Clark
David Weare
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