Construction | UK

Gowling WLG boasts a respected construction group that provides a strong offering in both the contentious and non-contentious spaces. It acts on high-profile, complex matters, with particular experience in energy projects and commercial developments, and has the ability to assist with regional and national projects. The team advises on infrastructure projects and redevelopments, including PFI schemes, representing developers and contractors. Gowling WLG also handles high-value contentious matters related to contractual disputes, technical issues and defective work.

Freeths acts for a broad client base, including contractors, corporations and government bodies, on both transactional matters and disputes. The firm frequently works with large national clients as well as local businesses, and is a strong offering in the infrastructure, residential development and public sectors, including education. The team also provides procurement advice relating to major projects in the UK and internationally.

Mills & Reeve operates a broad construction practice with recognised strength in contentious and non-contentious matters. The team has a particularly strong offering in the energy and higher education sectors, with additional expertise in other industries, such as aviation. Mills & Reeve also handles disputes arising in relation to defective work and materials, as well as contractual breaches and negligence claims.

Shoosmiths is active across contentious and non-contentious work in the housing, urban regeneration and infrastructure sectors, among others. The firm's clients include national developers and global companies. Shoosmiths advises on significant developments in the Midlands, as well as projects further afield including large logistics and manufacturing facilities.

Squire Patton Boggs houses a strong construction team that is active on local, national and international matters. It has noted strength in the energy, infrastructure and leisure industries. Squire Patton Boggs regularly works with overseas contractors, as well as assisting domestic companies with cross-border projects.

Browne Jacobson has a highly capable practice that is noted for its representation of contractors and housing developers. The team is experienced in both national and international projects and can provide advice in both a contentious and non-contentious context. It possesses a particularly strong client base among public sector bodies, with specialist expertise in the healthcare sector.

Shakespeare Martineau advises on contentious and non-contentious construction issues, with particular strength in residential development and student accommodation schemes. The firm handles the negotiation and drafting of construction documents as well as providing strategic procurement advice and acting in complex disputes. Shakespeare Martineau also advises on large infrastructure projects.

Anthony Collins Solicitors has considerable expertise in procurement, framework agreements and related contractual work for projects including refurbishments, building maintenance and infrastructure. It advises on contentious matters such as defective work, payment disputes and project delays. Anthony Collins Solicitors boasts a varied client list that includes property owners, local councils, housing groups and funders.

DLA Piper advises primarily on non-contentious matters for a range of clients including developers, government departments, and local councils. The team is able to advise across the commercial, residential, hospitality and office space areas. The department is well equipped to assist with contract negotiations, professional appointments and procurement.