About

Provided by Mishcon de Reya LLP

Our Construction Group specialises in all legal aspects of complex, high-profile construction projects, acting for institutional clients, major developers, banks and investors, through to contractors and sub-contractors.


Our team includes members with a practical background gained in the industry and experience from involvement in some of the leading decisions in the field of construction law over the last 30 years.

We go to great lengths to understand our clients’ needs and objectives and always tailor our advice accordingly. Assisting clients from the planning stages of a project through to issues arising post-completion, our approach is always highly commercial and singularly focused on delivering the best outcomes for our clients.

 

Our dedicated and growing team of construction lawyers are equipped to deal with our clients' non-contentious and contentious construction law requirements and work with our property, finance, planning, corporate and real estate taxation teams to provide a complete service where a strategic and multi-faceted approach is required.

Chambers Review

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Construction: Contentious - London (Firms)

5
Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Mishcon de Reya is known for its strong team of non-contentious lawyers, who specialise in high-value commercial developments in central London. The firm has significant experience handling projects across the retail and leisure sectors, as well as residential and office building developments.

Work Highlights

  • Mishcon de Reya advised The Hope Lease on the claim against the company's insurance brokers following a fire during the £70 million refurbishment and development of the London venue KOKO.

  • Mishcon de Reya acted for Juramia in regard to the construction aspects of the company's £500 million redevelopment of Lansdowne House in Berkeley Square, London.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Marc Hanson
1
Marc Hanson
1
Band 1

Marc Hanson has extensive experience advising developers on various non-contentious matters, including procurement and the drafting and negotiation of construction contracts. He is particularly adept at assisting with transactions involving developments in the hospitality, transport and technology sectors, as well as industrial and mixed-use properties.

Marc understands our business and adds value at every step.

Marc is one of the finest construction lawyers out there.

Marc identifies risks early and provides clear, commercially sensible solutions. His calm demeanour, responsiveness, and ability to cut through complexity set him apart from others in the field.

Marc always provides strong and balanced responses.

Adriano Amorese
4
Adriano Amorese
4
Band 4
Adriano Amorese is recognised for his experience advising on a range of developments, including residential and commercial buildings, as well as data centres.

His commercial acumen is second to none. He understands our business, works hard to ensure the highest levels of service are maintained and, above all, is a delight to work with.

Adriano is available, responsive and a pleasure to deal with. He has comprehensive knowledge of the law and the market. He takes a pragmatic and commercial approach.

Adriano is very knowledgeable and experienced. He is proactive and great to work with. He always goes the extra mile.

Justine Ayto
5
Justine Ayto
5
Band 5
Justine Ayto focuses her practice on representing developers and investors in non-contentious construction matters. She frequently assists with the drafting and negotiation of construction and financing contracts for retail, office and residential developments.

Justine has a great, approachable manner and provides sound advice based on a real understanding of a project's needs.

She's incredibly responsive and very commercial. She provides very clear and succinct advice.

Richard Gerstein
5
Richard Gerstein
5
Band 5

Richard Gerstein has significant experience representing clients before the Technology and Construction Court, as well as in arbitration and adjudication hearings. He primarily advises on disputes concerning residential premises, including student accommodation and retirement villages.

Richard was extremely effective and easy to work with at all stages.

Richard is rigorous and committed.

Richard provides great support and sage advice.

Alexandra Clough
6
Alexandra Clough
6
Band 6
Alexandra Clough is a construction lawyer who represents both purchasers and suppliers in a broad array of disputes, including adjudications, arbitrations and claims before the Technology and Construct Court. She is adept at handling matters concerning defect, termination and delay issues, as well as cladding claims.

Alexandra is excellent to work with. She provides honest, sound and well thought out advice and is very clear at communicating that to any and all.

Alexandra is a clear thinker and very bright. She is not easily ruffled and is calm in a crisis.

Alexandra is extremely good at breaking down difficult issues.

Ranked Lawyers at
Mishcon de Reya LLP

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Band

London (Firms)

Construction: Contentious

Richard Gerstein
5
Richard Gerstein
5
Band 5
Alexandra Clough
6
Alexandra Clough
6
Band 6
Construction: Non-contentious

Marc Hanson
1
Marc Hanson
1
Band 1
Adriano Amorese
4
Adriano Amorese
4
Band 4
Justine Ayto
5
Justine Ayto
5
Band 5

Members

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Alex Barker

Alex Pattihis

James Brownlie

Justine Ayto

Marie Mulligan

Megan Ludwig

Phoebe McLarty

Richard Gerstein

Head of Department

Simon Hunter

Clients

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AEW

AccorHotels

Ahli United Bank

Allianz

Almacantar

Alpha Group

Argent Design

Bank of London & the Middle East

Berkeley Homes

Brookfield

Brookfield's 'Student Roost'

Capital & Counties Properties PLC

Commercial Estates Group

Consolidated Developments

Delancey

Delancey, Qatari Diar, APG and Oxford Properties

Echo Global Feeder Fund

Estura Limited

Fizzy Living

Get Living London

Investec

KSA Limited

Londonewcastle

Maggie Keswick Cancer Caring Centres

Mansford

Mears Group PLC

Napier

Ocubis

PGIM

Sky

TK Maxx

Thames Bank Property

The Gagosian Gallery

The Office Group

Victoria's Secret

Winston Group

Industries

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Alternative asset classes

Architecture

Build to rent

Distribution hubs

Education

Fire safety

Flexible working

Healthcare

Hotels

Hotels, retail and leisure

Offices

Private rented sector

Student accommodation

Super-prime residential

Urban mixed use