Construction
UK Guide 2025 : South West
Band 3
Contact number
01225 730100About
Provided by RWK Goodman
RWK Goodman's Construction & Engineering team works with the full range of sector professionals, from contractors and sub-contractors, to developers and consultants. Our expertise can help clients rise to market challenges and make the most of any new opportunities that arise.
We provide both contentious and non-contentious advice and represent clients from all parts of the supply chain. We always keep a close eye on legal costs and can advise on funding options to make your budget go as far as possible.
We can help you agree building contracts and appointment terms that fairly and properly allocate risk – and minimise the likelihood of disputes. However, if things do go wrong, we’re there to ensure you get the result you need – through structured negotiation, adjudication, or more traditional forms of dispute resolution, in the most cost-efficient way possible.
Key contacts: Andrew Ash (specialist in contentious construction and engineering matters), Catherine Welch (expert in drafting and negotiating construction documents and advising different project stakeholders on procurement strategies), Elizabeth Painter (specialist in non-contentious/transactional construction and engineering matters).
Chambers Review
RWK Goodman advises a broad range of industry players, including contractors, developers, funders and employers, on all stages of the supply chain. The team is adept at handling matters in the education, infrastructure, energy and charity sectors, and frequently assists clients with long-term procurement and contractual advice, as well as complex multiparty disputes. The department also has notable experience handling student accommodation and office developments.
Work Highlights
- RWK Goodman advised MJ Church on the preparation of contracts for its supply chain relating to its engagement on the National Highways Scheme Delivery Framework (under NEC4).
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"RWK Goodman's greatest strength is its personal touch. The partners and associates have always stepped up and supported us, going to great lengths to explain the relative pros and cons and the law."
"I have complete confidence in RWK Goodman at all times. They understand the nuances of our projects and the contracts involved. This is much appreciated and highly beneficial."
"RWK Goodman's service levels and responsiveness are second to none. The team is always available to answer client queries and is very responsive to timelines."
"The lawyers quickly get to grips with the essence of a dispute and provide clear explanations accordingly."
"RWK Goodman's greatest strength is its personal touch. The partners and associates have always stepped up and supported us, going to great lengths to explain the relative pros and cons and the law."
"I have complete confidence in RWK Goodman at all times. They understand the nuances of our projects and the contracts involved. This is much appreciated and highly beneficial."
"RWK Goodman's service levels and responsiveness are second to none. The team is always available to answer client queries and is very responsive to timelines."
"The lawyers quickly get to grips with the essence of a dispute and provide clear explanations accordingly."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Ash leads the construction and engineering team at RWK Goodman and has considerable expertise advising clients on the resolution of construction disputes. He is particularly adept at handling contentious matters concerning energy and infrastructure projects.
"Andrew has made an extreme effort to understand our business and its legal needs. He gives a balanced view on contentious issues and the level of detail in his written legal documents is exceptional."
"Andrew Ash is without doubt one of the best construction solicitors with whom I have worked. His knowledge of construction as well as the law is unsurpassed."
"Andrew is confident, knowledgeable and supportive. He leads his team behind the scenes seamlessly."
"Andrew provides excellent and complete service. He's extremely helpful in dispute settings."
Elizabeth Painter is an associate at the firm and specialises in non-contentious construction matters. She regularly handles contractual and procurement mandates in relation to a broad range of projects, including those in the energy and housing sectors.
"Elizabeth gives professional and concise advice. Through our good working relationship, she has tailored the advice to suit our commercial aspirations, which is greatly appreciated."
"Elizabeth has excellent legal knowledge and attention to detail."
"Elizabeth is an outstanding senior associate. She communicates well and can see the different angles of a case."
Ranked Lawyers at
RWK Goodman
South West
Clients
Provided by RWK Goodman
Bath Rugby, Bath
Diamond Light Source Ltd, South West
M J Church Ltd, South West
Socomec UK Ltd
That Bournemouth Company , Bournemouth
University of Bath, Bath
Western Power Distribution Plc, South West
Industries
Provided by RWK Goodman
Banking
Charities/ not for profit
Commercial & professional services
Construction & materials
Education
Energy
Health care
Private clients
Real estate
Real estate finance
Retail
Sports
Technology, hardware & electronics
Transportation
Travel & leisure
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