Construction: Contentious
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 4
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Provided by Trowers & Hamlins LLP
Our team of construction experts advise on some of the most complicated and high profile projects, applying innovative solutions to achieve our client’s objectives. Our clients range from private sector developers to central and local government, contractors, consultants and investors and include some of the most successful and influential organisations in the UK and the Middle East.
Our team includes specialists in residential and commercial development, engineering and major projects, asset management and offsite and modern construction methods such as modular procurement.
We have a wealth of experience dealing with the identification, analysis and allocation of construction-related risks relevant to the markets and sectors in which our clients operate. We deliver clear focused advice on the issues that matter and are committed to delivering outstanding client service together with legal and technical excellence.
We are often called upon to participate in governmental and industry body working groups (such as the Housing Forum Working Group on Modern Methods of Construction and Government working groups post Hackitt Review) and help shape industry best practice, for example we are advising the Ministry of Housing on expediting the acceptance of modern methods of construction by warranty insurance providers.
Chambers Review
Trowers & Hamlins fields a reputable construction practice that handles both contentious and non-contentious matters. Areas of expertise include energy, housing and transport construction matters. Its lawyers are regularly instructed by developers as well as local authorities, government agencies and housing associations. The team is well placed to advise on modular construction projects in the UK and has additional capabilities in relation to schools projects. It is noted for its capacity to assist with claims for the cost of defects and remedial works in relation to cladding and other fire safety issues.
Work Highlights
- Trowers & Hamlins advised Ellison Oxford Limited on its acquisition of a 5.9-acre site in Oxford (from Magdalen College/the Oxford Science Park), which included Littlemore House.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Trowers & Hamlins has been able to navigate complex and ever-changing construction projects. It has a sizeable and responsive team."
"Trowers has strength and depth in experience. I have confidence in their ability to handle complexity."
"Trowers has shown good understanding of the legal complexities of cases. The team has been able to provide a variety of experts and we receive prompt responses."
"Trowers & Hamlins has been able to navigate complex and ever-changing construction projects. It has a sizeable and responsive team."
"Trowers has strength and depth in experience. I have confidence in their ability to handle complexity."
"Trowers has shown good understanding of the legal complexities of cases. The team has been able to provide a variety of experts and we receive prompt responses."
Notable Practitioners
Stephanie Canham is head of the firm’s projects and construction team in the UK and predominantly assists developers with contractual and procurement matters. She has an especially strong reputation for advising on the construction aspects of significant residential, mixed-use and commercial development schemes.
"Stephanie is an industry leader."