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Our construction law team has advised on some of the UK’s most significant construction projects over the years, including infrastructure projects, commercial/residential schemes, town centre redevelopments, urban regeneration schemes and portfolio acquisition/disposal projects.


Clients can tap into our commercial and contractual experience to explore ways to de-risk projects. We can give strategic advice at scheme inception on procurement and institutional expectations. After works commencement, we can offer transactional support. Our skilled contentious lawyers can help to avoid claims and resolve any disputes that may arise.


We also have specialists who can advise on the development of brownfield sites to ensure that necessary remediation can be identified and carried out satisfactorily, and suitably validated. We can help our clients to put in place appropriate appointments for environmental consultants and remediation engineers.


Our advice factors in the challenges typically faced by our clients. These include issues such as skills shortages, material price volatility, the use of digital tools and offsite construction. We listen to our clients’ concerns, preferences and ambitions. We try to identify all related risks, and offer ideas for potential solutions. Our understanding of the market and knowledge of proposed legislative change means we are able to apply a long-term perspective to our support.

Chambers Review

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Construction - North West
3
Band 3
What the Team is Known For

Shoosmiths' Manchester-based construction team has both a regional and national footprint, acting for a wide range of clients, including developers, funders, contractors and public sector organisations. The team has extensive experience in deals within the accommodation sector, taking in student, retirement, affordable housing and leisure developments. Shoosmiths also houses a significant construction disputes offering.

Work Highlights

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  • Shoosmiths acted for Kellen Homes in relation to the development of 272 new homes.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Ian Hardman
2
Ian Hardman
2
Band 2

Ian Hardman is a well-regarded construction lawyer with a strong reputation for assisting developers and local authorities.

"Ian Hardman is absolutely excellent. He's exceptional, very personable and knowledgeable. We are very happy with the construction advice we get."

"Ian has a strong ability to advise on different options to resolve issues."

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Ian Hardman
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Ian Hardman
2
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Members

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Patrick Garner

Patrick Garner

Head of Department

Stephanie Macpherson

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