Department profile
Womble Bond Dickinson UK LLP

Construction

UK Guide 2026 : North East


Womble Bond Dickinson UK LLP

Rankings

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Construction - North East

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Womble Bond Dickinson's highly respected department offers comprehensive legal services to a broad client base, including ministerial departments, educational institutions and local authorities. It has a considerable national reach and is noted for its strength in dispute resolution. The team possesses significant experience in procurement and refurbishment matters. Womble Bond Dickinson provides additional expertise in projects in the energy and engineering sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Womble Bond Dickinson have advised Arriva UK Trains on a number of projects in relation to works taking place in London Overground stations. This includes the rejuvenation of Clapton Station's Platform 1 buildings to a high quality design and installation standard.

Strengths

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  • Their expertise is reassuring, as is their ability to draw upon knowledge from the wider business as required on complex or sophisticated matters.

    Construction respondentUK
  • I have been consistently impressed with the capabilities of each team member, irrespective of the level of qualification.

    Construction respondentUK
  • The team provide expert advice delivered in an understandable way.

    Construction respondentUK
  • I found all the advice provided by the team to be sound and well substantiated. They provided a very responsive service.

    Construction respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Simon Lewis
    Band 1Simon Lewis

    Simon Lewis

    The highly rated Simon Lewis is specialised in contentious construction matters, assisting clients with disputes relating to contracts, design defects and compensation claims. His clients include construction groups, energy providers and local councils.
    • He knows construction law extremely well.

      Construction respondentUK
  • Band 2Ian Atkinson
    Band 2Ian Atkinson

    Ian Atkinson

    Ian Atkinson advises on major construction projects, such as acquisitions, developments and demolitions, for both private and public sector clients.
    • Ian has consistently provided a high level of service and his calm and considered nature has been crucial in navigating challenges as they have arisen.

      Construction respondentUK
    • We really value Ian's level of service, professionalism and knowledge of our business. Ian has a good approach to customer service. He is very assured and offers a warm service.

      Construction respondentUK
  • Band 2Simon Rowland
    Band 2Simon Rowland

    Simon Rowland

    Department head Simon Rowland focuses on non-contentious construction matters and has substantial experience in development, procurement and transactional matters. He is particularly popular with national and local government clients, as well as educational establishments.
    • Simon is a highly experienced and commercially astute.

      Construction respondentUK

Ranked Individuals at Womble Bond Dickinson UK LLP (3)

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