Addleshaw Goddard’s construction team continues its upward trajectory in the North West, advising on major commercial, regeneration, infrastructure, and logistics developments. The group also excels in complex disputes, with standout expertise in PFI/PPP matters and High Court litigation. Practice head Andrew Greaves draws on a decade of industry experience across contentious and non-contentious work. John Cleaveley is a trusted adviser to developers, funders, and contractors on contract negotiation. Architecturally qualified, Susan Bennett brings distinctive insight into high-profile construction and engineering mandates. Sarah Wilson also comes recommended. Nancy McGuire  has relocated to London to lead the firm’s national Real Estate and Construction Group, and Paul O’Kane left the practice in May 2025.

CMS’s standout construction team plays a central role in delivering complex, high-value development schemes, from large-scale urban regeneration to critical infrastructure refurbishments. Led by the highly experienced Chris Hallam, the team is a go-to for both transactional work and complex PFI/PPP disputes, including matters before the Technology & Construction Court. Hallam brings over 25 years’ expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts across construction, energy, and infrastructure. Chris Henshaw advises public and private sector clients on procurement strategy, while Nick Case reinforces the contentious offering with a focus on adjudication and litigation. Jack Duncanson and Charlotte Eccles are also integral to the team’s delivery.

Pinsent Masons LLP maintains its market-leading reputation in construction, advising an impressive roster of contractors, consultants, funders, and public sector bodies. Practice heads Mark Job and Anthony Bradley each bring decades of experience across major domestic and international projects. Graham Alty offers specialist knowledge in construction with particular strength in nuclear and energy mandates. Accredited mediator Michael Hopkins handles complex disputes through litigation, adjudication, and arbitration. Siân Hughes is a trusted adviser on major infrastructure projects, including roads and waste-to-energy schemes. Arwyn Jones focuses on contentious work spanning construction, engineering, energy, and PFI.

Brabners LLP delivers end-to-end construction law expertise, advising on procurement, complex drafting, and project execution, as well as handling contentious issues such as delay claims, wrongful termination, and professional negligence. Barry Goodall leads the team with deep sector experience spanning petrochemical, nuclear, and pharmaceutical developments. Elspeth Christie is a go-to for non-contentious matters, while Jennie Jones brings dual expertise in disputes and bespoke contract drafting. Eleanor Stirrett regularly advises on major student accommodation and regeneration schemes. Adam Jason and Zoe Pond are also key members of the practice.

Clyde & Co combines leading PFI disputes expertise with deep-rooted experience in complex construction projects across the transport, housing, and infrastructure sectors. Co-chair Steven Cannon is a go-to name in the energy, renewables, and oil & gas spaces, while fellow co-chair Lucy Frith regularly acts on high-value disputes involving infrastructure and PFI/PPP schemes. Michael Tomlinson is well-regarded for his work on distressed projects, particularly within the healthcare sector. Charlotte French plays a central role in contentious matters before the Technology and Construction Court.

DLA Piper maintains a strong presence in both domestic and international construction matters, regularly advising on contentious and non-contentious mandates by leveraging its global network. The team delivers end-to-end advice on high-value infrastructure, development, and engineering projects across a wide range of sectors. Practice head Paul Giles is highly regarded for his handling of complex disputes. David Moss plays a pivotal role advising governments, developers, funders, and specialist contractors. Alison Fagan is a go-to for strategic, distressed, or high-value infrastructure projects, offering incisive contractual and operational guidance.

Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP’s standout construction practice is particularly well-regarded for its focus on the energy, utilities, and transport sectors. Simon Chamberlain leads the team and is widely respected for advising public and private sector clients on high-stakes procurement strategies. Gregory Buckley is a go-to figure for complex construction disputes and large-scale project work. Chris Pickens has carved out a leading reputation for his expertise in risk-sharing enterprise, alliance, and partnering contracts. Alice Maloney is a trusted advisor across both contentious and non-contentious construction mandates.

Hill Dickinson LLP’s construction team is recognised for its wide-ranging expertise across complex, high-profile mandates, particularly in dispute resolution. The team regularly handles adjudications, arbitrations, mediations, and trials, including high-stakes litigation. Practice head Alan Pugh leads on major living, regeneration, logistics, and energy projects. David Oram is a key figure in contentious and non-contentious matters arising from the Building Safety Act. David Banks handles a busy caseload spanning high-value litigation and development mandates, reinforcing the team’s strength across the full construction lifecycle.

Trowers & Hamlins LLP stands out for its market-leading Building Safety Act expertise, advising on compliance and spearheading high-value remediation claims tied to defective cladding and façade disputes. Manchester-based practice head Katie Saunders anchors the firm’s strong ties with housing providers. Tom Holroyd is regularly instructed in complex, high-profile construction disputes, with recent work focusing on post-Grenfell cladding issues. Andy Waite brings notable experience advising public sector bodies on forming joint ventures to deliver residential schemes, cementing the team’s full-spectrum construction and development offering.

Shoosmiths LLP is a go-to advisor for high-profile construction projects, offering end-to-end support across redevelopments, regeneration schemes, and infrastructure initiatives. The team is particularly prominent in the living sector, acting for a wide range of developers. Practice head Ian Hardman is recognised for leading major procurement deals. Jody Kite handles contentious work across adjudication, arbitration, litigation, and mediation, with specialist expertise in construction, engineering, and infrastructure-related disputes.

Squire Patton Boggs’ standout construction team is recognised for its specialist expertise in EPC contracts and broad proficiency across all major domestic construction forms. The group also has notable strength in advising on PFI-related disputes and contractual structuring. Practice head Julian Scott is a key figure in the battery storage and gas peaking sectors, advising on EPC, O&M, and funding packages. Amy Scott handles a diverse mix of contentious and non-contentious work. Charlotte Higham joined from Addleshaw Goddard in January 2025.

Beyond Corporate Law is a go-to firm for contractors and subcontractors involved in complex residential, hotel, and healthcare developments. The team is especially valued for its handling of business-critical construction disputes. Practice head James Flynn plays a central role across the full project lifecycle, providing strategic guidance from inception and funding through to delivery and dispute resolution.

DTM Legal LLP advises on both contentious and non-contentious construction matters, with significant experience in high-value, technically complex disputes. Jim Morris leads the team and focuses on construction and engineering claims. On the transactional front, the team handles JCT, NEC, and ICC contracts, with Guy Thomas advising on procurement strategies across a range of major projects.

Weightmans LLP’s construction team, led by Tom Collins, is recognised for its comprehensive expertise spanning procurement strategy, risk allocation, and detailed contract review. The group is also increasingly active in contentious matters, particularly those involving Building Safety Act issues and insurer-led disputes. Colette Morgan-Ford plays a central role, advising employers, contractors, and consultants through adjudication, litigation, and international arbitration.

Clarke Willmott LLP’s construction team, led by James Driver, is well regarded for its contentious expertise and work across energy and infrastructure. Mark Christie handles a wide range of disputes, while Harriet Atkin brings niche experience in technical engineering matters, strengthening the firm’s capability in complex and technically challenging mandates.

Gemma Forbes advises developers, investors, contractors, and public bodies on a wide spectrum of construction matters, both transactional and contentious. Manchester-based team head Gemma Forbes is a key name for commercial litigation and surety law, while Kate Jordan is well regarded for her handling of complex construction and infrastructure disputes.

Fieldfisher stands out for its broad expertise in construction and engineering contracts across a wide variety of sectors. The team regularly advises on complex projects, procurement, and risk allocation strategies. Practice head Jahanara Hussain brings over two decades of experience, acting for both public and private sector clients on high-value infrastructure and development matters.

JMW Solicitors LLP provides end-to-end transactional support to developer clients, advising on the full suite of construction documents for high-profile projects. The practice’s non-contentious capabilities have been strengthened by the arrival of Neil Armstrong from Myerson Solicitors in January 2024. The team’s contentious expertise encompasses construction litigation, arbitration, adjudication, and ADR.

Led by Matt Grellier, Kuit Steinart Levy LLP delivers comprehensive support across development and infrastructure projects, as well as construction disputes. Grellier brings broad expertise spanning complex contract negotiation to high-stakes contentious matters. The team is active across the housing, engineering, and education sectors and possesses notable property finance expertise.