Boasting a ‘wealth of experience’ in contentious construction matters, the ‘dynamic, client-oriented’ team at CMS handles the full range of dispute resolution and litigation in various sectors. ‘Top dog’ Adrian Bell and Steven Williams jointly lead the practice with a strong reputation in major ICC arbitrations and large domestic public sector projects. Mark Breslin and disputes specialist Sarah Grenfell further bolster the team’s capabilities, handling offshore wind, battery storage, and other energy-related disputes. Other key members of the team include Jay Randhawa and Robbie Leckie, assisting with PFI healthcare projects and advising on joint venture disputes.

Particularly active in advising on building safety issues and related construction disputes, ‘superb outfit’ Fenwick Elliott LLP assists manufacturers, construction companies, and joint ventures in the full range of contentious matters. Jointly steered by Simon Tolson and managing partner Tony Francis, the team is also well equipped to handle large scale construction and civil engineering project disputes. Karen Gidwani and Nicholas Gould further bolster the team’s capabilities, specialising in onshore windfarm disputes and FIDIC contracts respectively. With ‘unrivalled knowledge of construction law’, Jeremy Glover advises on large international energy projects, while Claire King is ‘excellent on strategy’, assisting with infrastructure redevelopment disputes. Katherine Butler is another key member of the team, with a focus on arbitrations and court proceedings.

The ‘knowledgable and informed’ team at Mayer Brown International LLP is well-regarded for its expertise in contract disputes, risk management, and related contentious insurance matters. Led by Michael Regan, the team leverages significant experience in the energy, infrastructure, engineering, and transport sectors. Complex international arbitration matters are another key strength of the team, handled by James Morris and Raid Abu-Manneh. Senior partner and professional indemnity specialist Sally Davies boasts particular expertise in servicing Korean clients, while Kwadwo Sarkodie specialises in dispute resolution in Sub-Saharan Africa. Jonathan Stone is another key member of the team who leads on delay claims, fire safety defects, and contract termination issues.

The contentious construction team at Pinsent Masons LLP comprises a large team of experienced lawyers who are well-equipped to handle multi-jurisdictional and cross-border project and development disputes. Team head Charles Blamire Brown handles complex international arbitration matters, regularly collaborating with the firm’s South East Asian office on major ICC arbitration claims. Jason Hambury also handles international arbitration matters, with a focus on the energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors. Helen Waddell leads on Building Safety Act related matters, while Zoe de Courcy Arbiser focuses on PPP infrastructure, leading on TCC court proceedings and mediations relating to distressed PFI projects. Legal director and ‘outstanding legal mind’ Elizabeth Harwood is another key member of the team, leading on significant national infrastructure matters, while Naveed Hanif handles loss of revenue claims. Partner Kevin Joyce departed for Mantle Law in May 2024.

Vinson & Elkins RLLP‘s contentious construction practice boasts a deep bench of multidisciplinary lawyers regularly instructed on major cross-border ICC arbitrations, including several for the Panama Canal Authority. The team also acts on a number of EPC contract, commercial court, and bond payment-related disputes. With accredited expertise in international mega project disputes and litigation, Roberta Downey leads the team, while Nick Henchie handles the full range of project termination disputes. Other key team members include Angus Rankin who is vastly experienced and Scott Stiegler, who leads on residential and commercial property disputes. Jarrod Gutsa is active across the energy, oil and gas, as well as renewables sectors.

With ‘profound industry knowledge’, the contentious construction practice at White & Case LLP regularly represents major clients in ICC arbitrations, expansion projects, and related infrastructure disputes. With accredited expertise in the Middle East, team head Ellis Baker advises developers, contractors, and lenders on the full range of contentious construction matters. David Robertson is another key member of the team, focusing on offshore oil, gas, and wind in Asia. The team is also well equipped to handle marine engineering and shipbuilding related matters. Karim Mariey is on a secondment to the firm's Riyadh office, assisting on FIDIC-related disputes and arbitrations.

The ‘creative and agile’ bench at Addleshaw Goddard continues to stand out for its expertise in PFI and PPP disputes and international arbitration cases. The ‘extremely experienced’ Jonathan Tattersall leads the team, specialising in major international developments and construction disputes within the healthcare sector. Julia Court and James Shackleton are well regarded for their expertise in large residential projects and refurbishments, particularly in the commercial and public sectors. Clarissa Smith is also recommended, assisting with Building Safety Act-related work and acting in various design disputes. Senior consultant Bob Maynard and Caroline Pope joined the team from DLA Piper in October 2023.

Ashurst‘s contentious construction practice boasts ‘impressive strength in depth’, regularly representing clients in TCC and High Court proceedings. Tom Duncan spearheads the team, advising various contractors in infrastructure, renewables, and real estate-related matters, while Madeleine Pope leads on PPP contract-related disputes. The team is also well equipped to handle delay, disruption, and defective work-related disputes. Other key team members include Dyfan Owen and Simon Bromwich, leading on ICC arbitration and PFI project-related issues respectively. Logan Mair is also recommended.

The contentious construction team at Baker McKenzie is situated within the firm’s wider dispute resolution law practice, boasting an ‘extremely knowledgeable, experienced and professional’ bench. Chair of the dispute resolution practice Steve Abraham leads the team, with accredited experience in energy and infrastructure-related matters. Accredited construction specialist Kate Corby leads on major international disputes in the mining, manufacturing, and transportation industries, while Richard Molesworth assists with advising subcontractors in ICC arbitrations. Neil Donoghue retired in June 2023.

Clyde & Co has a strong reputation for providing full-service advice to major national and international owners, developers, and contractors. Led by John Morris, the team handles IP-related infrastructure development issues and design and delay claims. ‘Industry powerhouse’ Victoria Peckett advises contractors on design and build contract-related matters, FIDIC-related matters, and major international energy construction projects, while legal director and construction specialist Chris Kerr assists with ICC arbitrations. ‘Technically superb’, Christopher Leadbetter leads on residential property claims, contentious redevelopments, and Building Safety Act-related matters. Other key members of the team are legal director Nathaniel Horrocks-Burns and Richard Kniveton, who assists with commercial redevelopment projects. Emily Morris is a ‘razor sharp lawyer’, frequently assisting with defects issues.

The ‘highly knowledgeable and professional team’, at DLA Piper regularly advises corporate companies, governments, and institutions on both domestic and international disputes. Key names in the London office include Anna Mills and Edward Shaw who are often leading on infrastructure development cases, negligent design issues, and renewable energy project arbitrations. The team is also respected for its ability to act for international infrastructure investors on PPP, PFI, and infrastructure projects. With a focus on domestic infrastructure and related insurance disputes, Robin Jack is another key member of the team alongside Amy Whiting and Philip Hancock who assist with project termination and cross-border arbitrations. Aoife Marrett is also recommended. Caroline Pope departed for Addleshaw Goddard in July 2023.

The construction and projects team at Fieldfisher sits within the firms wider real estate litigation department and is chaired by ‘powerhouse’ lawyer Dan Preston. Preston continues to lead on delay and defects issues within the entertainment and media industry, while David Thorne advises cross-border joint ventures on subcontractor disputes, and leads on cost and delay issues on the HS2 project. Samantha Thompson specialises in TCC litigation, and regularly assists with commercial construction damages disputes. On the junior side, Sarah Shafiq assists with Building Safety Act related disputes, while Kelly Meijers handles LNG-related issues.

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP advises clients on disputes related to major construction projects, both in the UK and internationally. Led by James Doe and David Nitek , the team utilises a range of dispute resolution methods, including litigation, arbitration, adjudication, and mediation. Doe focuses on large-scale infrastructure, construction, and engineering projects, with expertise in complex civil and process engineering, such as power plants and oil and gas ventures. Nitek brings significant experience in various dispute resolution processes, representing prominent employers and contractors, particularly in infrastructure projects across the UK and the Middle East. The team is supported by Xavier Milne and Lucinda King, who have experience across sectors including infrastructure, energy, water treatment, and major building upgrades. The London office saw the return of experienced arbitrator Mike McClure KC in September 2023; McClure is noted for his focus on the construction and infrastructure sectors.

HFW‘s ‘excellent’ team is led by Max Wieliczko and global head of construction Michael Sergeant, leading on energy-from-waste project disputes, international arbitration in the Middle East, and advising on joint venture contracts regarding infrastructure project terminations. The team is also well equipped to advise on high-value disputes related to the renewables sector. With significant expertise, Richard Booth advises major European contractors on offshore wind mandates, and assists with cross-border developer contract disputes. Daniel Johnson is also recommended.

Hogan Lovells International LLP boasts ‘great depth of knowledge and experience’ in its contentious construction practice, advising a wide range of clients including contractors, chemical companies, and corporations. ‘Excellent leader’ Rupert Sydenham boasts extensive experience in procurement disputes, and regularly leads on major international infrastructure and energy projects. Emerson Holmes and Tom Smith are other key members of the team, advising on high-value ICC arbitrations and offshore wind turbine projects in South East Asia. Dubai-based Randall Walker is also recommended.

Jointly steered by Jeffrey Brown and head of real estate James Stewart, the contentious construction team at Howard Kennedy LLP is highly equipped to handle design contract and commercial and residential development disputes. FIDIC contract specialist Edward Corbett is a highly active member of the team, advising on multi-jurisdictional mega projects, while Victoria Tyson focuses on international arbitration matters. Mark Pritchard, Joanne Clarke, and Taner Dedezade are also recommended, acting on the full range of disputes and litigations, including design and build contractor issues and Defective Premises Act matters.

King & Spalding LLP continues to excel at advising significant energy and infrastructure sector clients with ‘superior sector knowledge’ on the full range of complex litigations and disputes. Lauded as ‘the best construction lawyer in the market’, Shareena Edmonds jointly leads the team with Vincent Rowan, who are both active across a wide range of international EPC contractor matters and highly contentious cost and delay claims. The team is also well equipped to handle contentious construction contract issues within the commercial and real estate sectors. John Savage KC boasts accredited experience advising on major social infrastructure and energy projects, while Andrea Stauber and Martina Antosova are other key members of the team, assisting with contract disputes and defect claims.

The ‘go-to’ contentious construction practice at Macfarlanes LLP advises a wide range of significant domestic clients, with particular expertise in PFI project disputes. Lauded as a ‘rock in the storm’, Doug Wass leads the team, regularly handling defective design and construction issues in the public and commercial real estate sectors. ‘Highly knowledgeable’, Mark Lawrence is another key member of the team, leading on adjudications, TCC, and High Court cases, particularly in the infrastructure sector. The team also regularly acts against building contractors. Andy Mather is recommended for handling cladding and Building Safety Act issues.

The ‘specialist construction and engineering team’ at Beale & Co is well regarded for its experience in advising design and build contractors, engineering consultants, and construction companies on a wide range of sectors. The team is equipped to advise on contract terminations in the domestic infrastructure sector, engineering and procurement matters for joint venture clients in the energy industry, and additional fee claims. Sheena Sood and head of international arbitration Antony Smith jointly lead the team, specialising in contract disputes and cross-border litigation respectively. Situated in the firm's wider construction and environmental practice, Michael Salau assists with arbitration and adjudication, while Nathan Modell‘s client list includes engineers, contractors, and architects. Ian Masser is also recommended.

The multidisciplinary contentious construction practice at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is led by David Savage, who dual-qualified in England and Wales and regularly advises governments, employers, and contractors on construction-related disputes and litigations. Michael O’Connor advises various clients, including joint venture companies and charities on cladding and other Building Safety Act-related issues. James Worthington leads on commercial and residential matters, adjudication proceedings, and cladding issues for residential joint ventures, while Francis Ho leads on major defects disputes in the sports sector. Rupa Lakha departed for Osborne Clarke LLP in February 2024.

Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP‘s contentious construction team is jointly led by Jonathan Douglas and Cambridge-based global head Simon Oats, servicing a wide range of clients in major commercial redevelopments. The team is also well equipped to advise international renewable energy investors on contract terminations and other related construction matters. Richard Streeter focuses on onshore and offshore wind, and mandates surrounding battery storage, while the ‘exceptionally intelligent’ Jessica Neuberger advises on cladding and fire safe defects on build-to-rent projects, and healthcare sector contract disputes. Other key team members include ‘great strategist’ Richard Black and Nick Pinder, focusing on international arbitration and high-value cladding litigation respectively.

The ‘highly competent’ contentious construction team at Gowling WLG regularly advises commercial and private clients on a wide range of construction-related matters, particularly fire safety defects and Building Safety Act issues. The team is also well equipped to advise on residential developments and international arbitrations. Gordon Bell, Sue Ryan, and Mike Stewart jointly steer the team, while Mary Lindsay assists with cross-border EPC contract matters. Jessica Tresham joined in May 2024 from Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP.

Jones Day‘s team of ‘highly regarded construction specialists’, have a strong reputation for advising on fire safety-related disputes, among other contentious construction matters. James Pickavance leads the team and boasts ‘exceptional knowledge’ in complex engineering matters, while Julian Bailey leads on renewable energy-related international arbitrations. The team is also well equipped to handle domestic infrastructure adjudications, international infrastructure, and renewable energy matters, and public sector roads disputes. Annabel Treadgold and Gregory Barden are also active members of the team.

K&L Gates LLP’s contentious construction team of ‘bright and attentive lawyers’ regularly provides advice to major international clients on complex delay claims, particularly against joint ventures. The team’s other key strengths include cladding defects on luxury residential projects, contract termination arbitrations, and design and supervision claims. Global co-head and ‘first-rate construction lawyer’ Matthew Smith jointly leads the team with Kevin Greene, while Inga Hall assists with arbitrations and domestic infrastructure disputes. With a focus on energy and EPC contracts, Jeremy Farr is another key member of the team, while Clare Kempkens handles offshore construction issues.

Focusing on insurance related matters, the contentious construction team at Kennedys is ‘top of their field’, regularly handling due diligence breaches, design defects and exclusions, and fire safety and cladding issues. The London team is led by Iain Corbett and Amanda Hanmore, specialising in major international infrastructure projects and development and regeneration projects respectively. Tom Stapleton is a highly active member of the team, assisting with cross-border power generation disputes, while the ‘fantastic’ Louis Foscolo handles complex offshore wind issues and delays in the energy sector. Giuseppe Picanza is another key member of the team, alongside ‘definitive star of the future’ Phoebe Penman.

Norton Rose Fulbright‘s contentious construction team is capable of handling the full spectrum of related work for major international clients, boasting particular expertise in defective fire safety issues in major residential developments, cross-border delay, and disruption arbitration claims. The team is also regularly instructed on renewable energy project ICC arbitrations, cross-border power plant-related matters, and EPC contract disputes. Rob Marsh and Donald Warnock serve as practice heads, with the latter considered a key contact for major engineering projects. Other key members of the team include Simon Ramsden and Joseph Bentley, who act across the full range of contentious construction matters. ‘Excellent partner’ Amy Armitage and Sarah Gosling are also recommended.

Situated within the firms wider insurance practice, the contentious construction team at Simmons & Simmons regularly serves a wide range of international companies, contractors, and national public entities in the energy, transport, and infrastructure sectors. The team also exhibits notable experience in handling residential and commercial development projects, particularly defective construction claims. Team heads James Pollock and Emily Monastiriotis have extensive experience with cross-border professional negligence claims. Bristol-based Jonathan Spencer assists with contentious real estate issues, while Steven Kaye advises on cladding and fire safety related matters.

Situated within the firms wider dispute resolution practice, the ‘superb’ contentious construction team at Watson Farley & Williams LLP is very active in representing architects, EPC contractors, and public sector institutions in various complex disputes and litigations, often before the Supreme Court. The team is also well equipped to advise on cross-border renewable energy-related contract terminations. Team head Rebecca Williams is an ‘excellent disputes partner’, leading on offshore construction disputes in the TCC, while Ryland Ash assists with public infrastructure-related matters. Barry Hembling and ‘hugely experienced partner’ Theresa Mohammed boast expertise in the transport and social infrastructure sectors. Mark Mcallister-Jones and Stephanie Geesink are other key members of the team.

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner‘s contentious construction team is noted for its strong international and cross-border practice, advising significant clients in the power, infrastructure, and real estate sectors. Shy Jackson leads the team, with extensive experience in major engineering projects. James Clarke is a highly active member of the team, regularly leading on building safety disputes and cross-border claims. Marcus Birch assists with major real estate investment property matters, while Jennifer Varley and Charlotte Mears assist with cladding and other fire safety-related issues.

Boasting ‘special expertise in large energy projects’, the team at Burges Salmon LLP is well equipped to handle a wide range of related cross-border disputes and litigations in the energy, infrastructure, and transport sectors. The team is also noted for its experience in building safety-related matters, particularly relating to large real residential developments. Steven James leads the team from Bristol, assisted by Richard Adams. Jessica Evans is a key name in the London team.

Clifford Chance LLP‘s contentious constriction team is capable of handling the full spectrum of highly complex international work for various EPC contractors, oil and gas companies, and private equity clients. The team is jointly steered by Alex Panayides, who boasts extensive experience in international arbitration in Africa, and Sachin Trikha, who is highly active on large energy projects in the Middle East and handles breach of contract claims. Handling defect and delay claims is another key strength of the team.

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP‘s bench of ‘excellent analytical thinkers’, handle the full range of contentious construction matters, including major ICC arbitrations, offshore wind farm projects, and infrastructure subcontractor disputes. Lord (Peter) Goldsmith KC jointly leads the team with Tony Dymond who splits his time between the London and Hong Kong office. Robert Hoose is another key member of the team, assisting with complex delay, disruption, and defect claims. Partner Jeff Sullivan KC joined from Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher in 2023.

Devonshires Solicitors LLP‘s contentious construction practice excels at handling the full range of Building Safety Act-related matters, including defective cladding and other fire safety issues. The team is particularly well equipped to handle major commercial and luxury real estate developments and various insurance matters including insolvency claims. The ‘exemplary’ Mark London, Matthew Cocklin, Asif Patel, and Kathryn Kligerman jointly steer the team, leading on TCC-related adjudications and various regulatory matters. Adam Matthewson is another key member of the team.

With ‘specialist expertise in the construction field’, the experienced team at Fladgate LLP regularly acts for a wide range of clients, including developers, building owners, and various contractors. Team head David Weare ‘is one of the leading figures in the construction legal market’, boasting particular experience in the Middle East, while Digby Hebbard handles the full range of adjudications, arbitrations, and litigations. The team’s key strengths include handling commercial real estate development claims and contract termination issues. Iain Taylor and Michaela Patterson are other key names in the team, assisting with transport infrastructure-related High Court proceedings and PFI projects in the public sector.

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP's experienced contentious construction team is well-equipped to handle a wide range of major international ICC arbitrations, wrongful termination and delay claims, and outstanding cost claims. The firm is also well-positioned to handle cross-border disputes in the traditional and renewable energy sectors. James Bremen spearheads the team, representing international clients, including financial regulatory authorities, in various disputes. Elizabeth Wilson assists with joint venture disputes, while Adam McWilliams is another key contact in the team.

RPC‘s ‘pragmatic and diligent’ contentious construction team is well equipped to represent construction managers, architects, and design build contractors in the full range of related matters. Alan Stone leads the team in safety defects and Building Safety Act-related matters, while Alexandra Anderson assists with indemnity insurers and joint shareholder agreements. Tom Green assists with TCC multi-party TCC proceedings, while Felicity Strong advises on insurance and breach of duty issues.

Stephenson Harwood boasts an ‘outstanding and extremely bright’ bench of experienced lawyers led by engineering specialist Ron Nobbs and procurement expert Paul Thwaite. The team regularly acts for purchases and suppliers, handles FIDIC-related claims, and works on subcontractor claims in the real estate sector. Charlotte Heywood is another key name in the team, assisting with defect and payment claims, delay and disruption in the public infrastructure sector, and assisting with retail and commercial developments. Building Safety Act in commercial real estate and TCC claims are other key strengths of the team.

With ‘strong knowledge in the construction sector’, the experienced team at Trowers & Hamlins LLP regularly handles a wide range of public sector work, including social infrastructure fire safety and cladding issues and residential and commercial development disputes. The team is also well equipped to represent clients against contractors and developers. Team head Tim Hillier is a ‘standout individual’, with international dispute experience in the Middle East, while Helen Stuart leads on Building Safety Act-related matters. ‘Outstanding young partner’ April Baynes and Matthew Friedlander are other key members of the team, assisting with arbitration proceedings and repairs and maintenance-related disputes.

Spearheaded by green hydrogen project expert Stuart Jordan, the contentious construction practice at Baker Botts (UK) LLP handles the full range of energy transition-related matters, particularly in the Middle East. The team also handles EPC procurement issues.

The contentious construction team at Browne Jacobson LLP regularly handles design and build contractor claims, professional indemnity-related matters, and commercial disputes in the government department sector. Representing national contractors in luxury residential disputes is another key strength of the team. Team head Tim Claremont has extensive experience in international engineering matters.

Duane Morris‘ contentious construction practice regularly handles major cross-border developments and construction projects. The team is also well equipped to advise on complex international arbitration matters. Team head Vijay Bange has accredited expertise in representing engineering companies, particularly in cost and delay claims, while Steve Nichol assists with FIDIC contract issues, residential developments, and procurement disputes.

Specialising in disputes in the energy sector, the contentious construction practice at Haynes and Boone CDG, LLP regularly advises a wide range of cross-border joint ventures and contractor clients. Jointly led by ‘outstanding lawyer’ Melanie Willems and head of litigation William Cecil, the team is also well equipped to handle large commercial development disputes and breach of contract claims.

Boasting an ‘excellent reputation in the construction industry’, the experienced team at Hill Dickinson LLP regularly handles arbitrations, adjudications, and court proceedings for a wide range of contractors and property managers. The team is also well equipped to handle mixed-use development litigation and alleged delay and defects cases. Team head David Rintoul has accredited experience in procurement strategies, while Amanda Burge advises on commercial refurbishment disputes. Sarah Emerson has particular experience in Building Safety Act-related matters, while Matthew Cookson is also recommended.

Key names at Keystone Law include ‘highly knowledgeable lawyer’ Louise Elmes, who handles adjudication proceedings in real estate, design and build claims for energy clients, and subcontractor disputes; Ronan Speers, who advises contractors on damages and termination of contract matters; and Jon Olson-Welsh, who assists with management contracting in real estate and fire safety-related issues.

Construction, infrastructure, and energy boutique firm Mantle Law boasts a team that is ‘excellent at all facets of construction work’ and has significant experience in advising a range of contractors and sub-contractors on disruption, delay, and defects claims. Led by ‘leading lawyer in the field’ Gurbinder Grewal, the team also handles fire safety-related PFI projects and TCC litigation disputes. Oliver Pickford assists with offshore wind farm-related issues, while Lucy Preston advises on luxury real estate delay claims. Partner Alexander Slade joined from Mishcon de Reya LLP in November 2023.

Led by Richard Gerstein, the contentious construction team at Mishcon de Reya LLP boasts accredited experience in international arbitration, while also regularly handling Building Safety Act and TCC clams in residential real estate and social infrastructure sectors. Alexandra Clough leads on cross-border energy projects, while Greg Falkof handles EPC contract-related disputes.

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP handles a wide range of work which includes delay and defect issues, fire safety, and structural defects. Lauded as a ‘shrewd strategist’, Peter Stockill leads the team, advising on major domestic infrastructure projects, adjudications, and arbitrations. ‘Outstanding lawyer’ Chris Bates handles professional negligence and indemnity claims, regularly representing engineering companies. Kawsar Ahmed is another ‘excellent’ contact in the team.

The ‘well regarded and experienced team’, at Reed Smith LLP is well-equipped to handle a range of contentious construction mandates, including cross-border renewable energy developments, maritime international arbitrations, and defect-related disputes. Accredited engineering law specialist Richard Ceeney leads the team, while Liam Hart is another key contact.

Specialising in contentious construction in the public sector, the ‘exceptionally bright’ team at Sharpe Pritchard LLP is well equipped to handle contractor disputes and adjudications. Justin Mendelle, Rachel Murray-Smith, and David Owens jointly steer the team, advising local and international government clients on major infrastructure projects. The team also counts private sector PFI disputes and energy sector work among its areas of focus. Melanie Blake is another key contact in the team, assisting with delay, design, and payment disputes on large projects.

Spencer West LLP‘s contentious construction practice boasts a ‘strong team with good knowledge of the industry’, handling a wide range of related work including fire safety and cladding-related matters and defect and delay claims. Key contacts in the London office include ‘great strategic thinker’ Sarah Evans, who handles PFI contract disputes, TCC trials, and adjudications in the telecoms industry, and Emma Claremont, who has accredited experience in commercial refurbishment and extension claims, and infrastructure contract disputes.

The contentious construction team at Taylor Wessing LLP represents a range of clients, including international infrastructure companies, build-to-rent property developers, and government sector entities. Team head Jonathan Hutt leads on Building Safety Act-related matters, adjudications in the sports sector, and ICC arbitrations in the energy sector. Matt Evans is another key contact in the team.

Wedlake Bell LLP‘s contentious construction team is led by Sarah Elliott, with accredited expertise in advising a wide range of clients, including employers and contractors, in adjudications. Handling commercial and build-to-rent real estate development issues is another key strength of the team. Natalie Pilagos is another key contact in the practice, leading on wealth management issues, development defects, and building safety issues. Assisting with advising international contractors on healthcare sector claims, Alex Beech is a highly active member of the team, also advising high-net-worth individuals in insolvency cases.

Specialising in offshore construction and energy projects, the contentious construction practice at Wikborg Rein also handles shipping-related disputes. Team head Rob Jardine-Brown handles shipbuilding arbitrations and disputes, while Shawn Kirby, dual-qualified in England and New Zealand, assists with complex commercial disputes. With particular experience in Asia, Chris Grieveson is another key member of the team. Michael Volikas joined from Axiom Ince in September 2023.

Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP‘s contentious construction practice regularly represents a wide range of clients in disputes against design and build contractors and architects. Key names in the London office include Hannah Gardiner, who handles TCC multiparty disputes, and Hannah Cane, who advises on design defects, notably for clients in the entertainment industry.