Construction: Contentious
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 5
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Gowling maintains a substantial team of construction lawyers who are well-placed to advise institutional investors, contractors and developers both within the UK and internationally. Its lawyers are regularly instructed on energy and infrastructure, residential, retail and leisure projects, providing guidance on issues such as cladding and fire safety. The firm commands a noteworthy international presence, with particular strength in Europe and the Middle East.
Work Highlights
- Gowling advised The Royal London UK Real Estate Fund on the professional team appointments and building contracts for the £200 million new office building next to Holborn Viaduct in central London.
- Gowling represented Willmott Dixon on two matters where it is defending threatened applications in the High Court for Building Liability Orders.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Gowling was able to work on transactions in a tight time frame."
"Gowling was able to work on transactions in a tight time frame."
Notable Practitioners
Philip Baker is a transactional lawyer in the construction and engineering team at Gowling WLG. He focuses his practice on assisting clients with procurement strategy, project delivery and the negotiation of construction contracts.
"Philip is a good operator."
Jessica Treshamis held in high regard for her representation of major clients in adjudications and arbitrations concerning defect and final account claims. She is particularly adept at assisting with issues arising out of developments in the utilities and social housing sectors, among others.
"Jessica is very pragmatic and proactive."
Sue Ryan is a specialist construction disputes lawyer with a strong reputation for handling defect claims, particularly those concerning cladding and fire safety issues. Her client base includes high-profile contractors, investors and developers.
"Sue is really commercial and a really good practitioner."