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International practice with global reach

Our London Construction practice is an integral part of an international law firm in which over 100 lawyers worldwide spend either all or the majority of their time devoted to construction, engineering and process engineering matters. Our highly regarded construction group advises on both contentious and non-contentious cases. We regularly work on key infrastructure projects involving power stations, dams, roads and rail. We act for clients from the initial procurement stage through to the resolution of any disputes that may arise. We undertake work for clients on projects located anywhere in the world. 

Our great strength in depth and geographical reach distinguishes our practice. Over the past few years we have grown our construction team and our client base substantially. We believe our expertise, demonstrated by the number of high profile and international cases in which we continue to be involved, deserves greater recognition. 

Chambers Review

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Construction: Contentious - London (Firms)

5
Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Kennedys has a supplier-side offering that frequently acts for prominent contractors, architects and insurers. The team is equipped to advise on transport infrastructure and hospital PFI matters, and has particular expertise in professional negligence, defect and breach of contract claims. It offers significant experience in representing clients in the Technology and Construction Court, as well as adjudication and arbitration hearings. The firm regularly advises on disputes concerning cladding and fire safety issues. The firm handles a full range of construction-related professional negligence matters, particularly in the finance and insurance sectors, and is extremely well versed in professional indemnity cases.

Work Highlights

  • Kennedys advised Enerveo in connection with multiple disputes concerning the gas processing facility in Breagh.

  • Kennedys represented Prater in a claim brought by Willmott Dixon Construction seeking the client to pay for the cost of removing and replacing external cladding on Woolwich Central, one of Tesco's largest development projects.

Strengths

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The team provided pragmatic, concise and targeted advice with excellent response times.

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The team have a wealth of knowledge as well as experience and put clients' requirements first.

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Kennedys' ability to distil technical issues into clear legal arguments, with commercially astute advice, makes them a trusted partner in resolving sophisticated matters efficiently and strategically.

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In every respect, Kennedys' service reflects both their depth of knowledge and their client-centric ethos that distinguishes them in this field.

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Kennedys are good at understanding and addressing complex, sophisticated issues swiftly and in a timely fashion.

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Notable Practitioners

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3
Paul Carter
3
Band 3

Notable for handling first and third-party claims and public liability property damage claims, Paul Carter is a prominent choice for insurers, funders, employers, contractors and professionals seeking advice on high-value matters.

Paul always has a carefully considered and thought-out approach to a case and strategy, leaving no stone unturned. He is also very knowledgeable and experienced.

Paul provided hands-on management of the whole process, took the time to explain legal peculiarities and answered all our queries as well as devising a successful and pragmatic strategy.

Paul has guided us through many difficult situations with clarity and confidence. We really value his input and knowledge.

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6
Louis Foscolo
6
Band 6

Louis Foscolo advises clients on a wide range of property, energy and construction disputes and has particular expertise in loss of profit and professional negligence matters.

Louis provided an excellent service in terms of technical detail and response times.

Louis Foscolo is very responsive and approachable in addition to being great with clients.

It is always good to have Louis as a part of your team. He is very responsive, his advice is always well considered and he always adapts to meet any particular issues for us as a case develops.

Louis is exceptionally well-spoken in a down-to-earth fashion and is able to manage and win over difficult characters.

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Construction: Contentious
6
Louis Foscolo
6
Band 6
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Construction: Professional Negligence
3
Paul Carter
3
Band 3
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Members

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Iain Corbett

Head of Department

John Farrell

Louis Foscolo

Michael Hogg