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Construction: Non-contentious - London (Firms)

5
Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Osborne Clarke is proficient at handling both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. The firm regularly appears in proceedings before the Technology and Construction Court. The firm possesses strong expertise in PFI disputes, as well as claims concerning defects in energy, residential and mixed-use developments. On the non-contentious side, the firm is equipped to advise clients on a range of issues including procurement and the drafting and negotiation of contracts. The team acts for a varied client base including developers, contractors, government entities and notable corporates. Its lawyers are adept at handling proceedings that relate to projects in the UK and the Middle East.

Work Highlights

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  • Osborne Clarke successfully represented Barrat Homes in the Court of Appeal, specifically on the application of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the recoverability of losses incurred by a developer under the Defective Premises Act 1972 from a member of its professional team at historic developments.

  • Osborne Clarke advised Foresight Energy Infrastructure Partners on its investment in a pumped storage hydro and wind project in Scotland. 

Strengths

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Osborne Clarke's detailed analyses and comprehensive responses are provided in a timely manner. The firm provides good legal advice with astute commercial awareness.

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Osborne Clarke has a wide range of team members with a variety of experiences and knowledge. We always receive excellent, first-class service.

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Osborne Clarke has a strong commercial awareness and is prompt when responding with well-considered advice. It has a good range of experience and expertise.

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Osborne Clarke presents sensible commercial solutions to address and resolve legal hurdles in dispute resolution.

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Osborne Clarke has the capability and wider team required to support. Its responsiveness is very good.

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Notable Practitioners

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Robert Horne
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Robert Horne
5
Band 5

Robert Horne is noted for his proficiency in disputes relating to PFI projects and energy developments, as well as residential and mixed-use schemes. He is equally adept at handling domestic disputes and proceedings relating to assets in the Middle East. Horne is head of the firm's construction and engineering disputes and risk team in the UK.

Robert gives very sensible and practical advice.

Rob has been involved with many complex projects and has always provided a high level of service and advice.

Rob is a first-class lawyer. He is very well-balanced with an exceptional commercial awareness.

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Rupa Lakha
U
Up and Coming

Rupa Lakha has a burgeoning practice and often represents clients in domestic construction disputes. She has experience in adjudications and High Court litigation.

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Robert Horne
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Robert Horne
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Rupa Lakha
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Up and Coming
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