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Transport: Rail: Franchising | UK
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Band 1
1 AshurstTransport: Rail: Franchising2025 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedAshurst has noteworthy expertise across the board in rolling stock, franchising and infrastructure projects. It also excels in complex rail M&A. The firm is frequently sought out by an enviable client roster featuring some of the largest players in the rail space to advise on high-value and high-profile projects. The department possesses a strong light rail practice, which sees its lawyers advising on operational and infrastructure matters.
1 Burges Salmon LLPTransport: Rail: Franchising2025 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedBurges Salmon has an outstanding rail practice that works with clients across the spectrum of franchising matters. It provides expert representation for joint ventures and is also recognised for its expertise in rolling stock projects and regulatory mandates. The firm is also noted for its strength in rail litigation and arbitrations.
1 Stephenson Harwood LLPTransport: Rail: Franchising2025 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedStephenson Harwood houses a prominent team with leading expertise in franchising. It also offers noteworthy experience in rolling stock matters and infrastructure projects. The team regularly works with large clients including manufacturers, owners and financiers. It is also called upon by public sector bodies and has additional strength in rail regulatory work.
Band 2
2 Addleshaw Goddard LLPTransport: Rail: Franchising2025 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedAddleshaw Goddard has a strong practice that is frequently sought out for its expertise in both rail-related infrastructure matters and rolling stock. It is also adept at advising on franchising concerns. The firm's clients include train operators, suppliers and public sector bodies.
2 DentonsTransport: Rail: Franchising2025 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedDentons has excellent expertise in franchising work, routinely securing instructions in big-ticket and high-profile projects. The firm is also noted for its strength in rolling stock bids for major manufacturers. It offers additional expertise in operational arrangements as they relate to passenger and freight trains.
2 Herbert Smith FreehillsTransport: Rail: Franchising2025 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedHerbert Smith Freehills has a prominent team of rail specialists known for their advice on major projects and infrastructure matters. It offers clients significant capability in franchising competition and mobilisation matters. The firm also excels in cross-border rail matters. In addition, the team has expertise in the development of real estate relating to the rail market.
2 Osborne Clarke LLPTransport: Rail: Franchising2025 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedOsborne Clarke is highly adept at representing companies and manufacturers in rolling stock matters, including procurement, leasing and modification of existing fleets. The firm advises clients on franchising, infrastructure projects and public law matters, including challenges to procurement. It acts for a wide range of clients including manufacturers, rolling stock leasing companies and train operators.
2 Womble Bond Dickinson UK LLPTransport: Rail: Franchising2025 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedWomble Bond Dickinson has a proficient practice with expertise in complex and high-profile transactions. The firm handles the full spectrum of franchising and rolling stock matters. It also demonstrates expertise in infrastructure, rail planning and contract work. The team's clients include leading transport companies and operators as well as rail authorities.