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With 15 lawyers RPC's Construction and Projects has substantial capacity which can be increased to over 30 lawyers with the ability to draw on resource from our construction insurance team.

With a growing client base of the UK's largest tier one contractors, we specialise in acting for suppliers on some of the UK's largest construction and infrastructure projects and disputes.  Most of our team benefit from in-house experience and are valued for their commercial and innovative thinking. Our team support our clients to reach a solution quickly and cost-effectively.

We don't hide behind detail or the law, nor do we waste time on issues that don't get you anywhere.  We offer transparent pricing and stick to our budgets.

For transactions, we adopt realistic allocations of risk from the start and look for ways to make savings by deconstructing repetitive processes. We understand how the construction industry works in a challenging economic climate on tight margins and our approach is designed to save time and money.

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Construction: Professional Negligence - London (Firms)

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What the Team is Known For

RPC has a respected construction practice, with its lawyers assisting clients with a range of contentious matters, especially in professional negligence. The team represents clients ranging from consultants such as architects and surveyors to contractors and specialist subcontractors. The firm brings to bear its close ties with the insurance industry to advise leading insurer stakeholders on issues such as defects, payment notices and, notably, claims relating to cladding and fire safety.

Work Highlights

  • RPC represented BPTW in proceedings relating to alleged fire safety defects arising out the design and construction of a residential development known as Thomas Fyre Drive in East London.

  • RPC acted for a construction client in defence of a claim arising from alleged defects in the floor slab of a commercial warehouse in North London.

Strengths

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RPC give very clear and concise guidance, and have a no-nonsense approach. RPC are able to articulate areas of risk exposure in simple and easy-to-understand terms.

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RPC are very proactive and focused on client service.

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RPC take time to understand the situation and relay their findings and proposed course of action in a comprehensive yet concise way.

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RPC have the ability to navigate through complex matters and communicate this clearly to their client.

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RPC has a diverse team with specialist knowledge in various areas of construction law.

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Notable Practitioners

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Alan Stone
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Alan Stone
2
Band 2

Alan Stone is noted for his handling of professional negligence claims for architects, contractors and engineers, including those concerning design and materials issues.

He is fantastic at getting to the source of the issue, understanding the risks and rewards, and setting out the best path forwards while being aware of the potential commercial impacts.

Alan is one of the leading players when it comes to fire safety issues. He seems to know what's going on everywhere.

Alan Stone is a class act. He is extremely good.

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Tom Green
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Tom Green
3
Band 3

Tom Green regularly acts for contractors, architects and engineers in bringing and defending claims relating to design defects.

Tom is very talented and technical.

Tom's support and knowledge has been invaluable.

Tom is excellent at understanding the technical matters as well as the legal opportunities. This allows him to provide well-rounded, considered and clear advice.

Tom's advice is always spotless and delivered on time.

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Construction: Contentious
Alan Stone
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Alan Stone
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Band 6
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Construction: Professional Negligence
Alan Stone
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Alan Stone
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Band 2
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Tom Green
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Tom Green
3
Band 3
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Members

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Ben Goodier

Felicity Strong

Katharine Cusack

Tom Green

Zoe Eastell