Construction - South West
What the Team is Known For
Stephens Scown is an established regional firm with a robust construction team handling transactional matters and disputes for local and national clients. The firm has notable expertise in residential and energy sector developments as well as more niche projects related to marine facilities. The team advises contractors, developers and affordable housing providers, among other clients.
Strengths
"The team always provides competent and clear advice and they're very accessible to clients."
Work Highlights
Stephens Scown acted for Lantoom Quarry in relation to a dispute with Barratt Homes regarding alleged defective stone supplied by the quarry and used in the construction of 100 or so houses on a site in Looe, Cornwall.
Notable Practitioners
Jim Gorrod is highly regarded in the South West market. He assists housing associations, developers and contractors with a variety of matters, including both contentious and non-contentious work. He regularly advises on the drafting of construction contracts as well as the resolution of disputes concerning defects and other issues. "Jim's very well respected in the industry. His advice is very precise and he's always really positive about finding us practical solutions to potential disputes." "Jim's knowledge of construction disputes is very impressive. You don't realise how little you truly know until you hear him speak." "Jim has exceptional industry-specific knowledge and uses that to give his clients excellent, reliable advice."
