LAWYER PROFILE

Francis Ho

UK 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Francis is a partner in the construction and infrastructure team in London, specialising in construction and major projects. He has substantial experience on high value schemes both in the UK and overseas and regularly advises on PPPs, hospitals, sports stadia, universities, skyscrapers, power projects and infrastructure using a wide range of procurement strategies. He has particular expertise in sustainable development, BIM and renewable energy.

A seasoned public speaker and contributor to the property and construction press, Francis is recognised for his work for ‘prominent clients on high-profile commercial development projects throughout the UK’, and praised for his ‘excellent technical knowledge and client service’.

Career

Prior to joining Penningtons Manches Cooper in 2016, Francis was head of the construction department at another leading City law firm.

Professional Memberships

Construction Industry Council's Green Construction Panel

Vice-Chair of City of London Law Society's Construction Committee

Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and chair of its Contract & Procurement Special Interest Group

CIOB Special Interests Steering Committee

Publications

Co-author of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Complex Projects Contract 2013 and the Time and Cost Management Contract 2015.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Construction: Non-contentious - London (Firms)

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial
Francis Ho is a well-respected construction lawyer with strong experience advising on redevelopment transactions in the private rental sector. He regularly advises clients on the construction aspects of a wide variety of development schemes, including residential property, student accommodation and office buildings.

Strengths

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  • Francis has quite a name in the industry and is very good.

    Construction: Non-contentiousChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Francis works hard on everything he does. I really rate him.

    Construction: Non-contentiousChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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