Blake Morgan LLP houses strong constructions teams in both Oxford and Southampton, which regularly act for clients across a broad range of sectors, including retail and leisure, real estate, and education. Richard Wade is known for his longstanding experience, routinely advising developers, contractors, and suppliers. James Bessey is skilled at handling construction disputes, particularly in relation to building defects. Noted for his expertise in the transactional components of construction projects, Edward McMullen routinely assists with building contracts, warranties, and consultant appointments. Simon Lewis is also recommended for handling both contentious and non-contentious construction mandates.

The construction practice at Cripps is co-headed by Nitej Davda and James Lee in Tunbridge Wells, routinely advising clients on safety requirements under the Building Safety Act. Davda leads on the contentious side, 0ften handling claims of professional negligence and issues arising out of contractor insolvency. Lee is recommended for non-contentious issues, regularly advising on construction contracts and development agreements; he also has a particular expertise with advising on projects within the life sciences sector. The team is supported by Iain Benson, who regularly assists clients with construction insurance and bespoke contracts.

The construction team at IBB Law regularly acts for contractors, developers, and engineering companies, as well as clients within the housing sector. The practice offers a broad range of expertise in both contentious and non-contentious mandates, including adjudication proceedings, building contracts, and remediation work. Paul Brampton heads the ‘highly experienced’ team in Uxbridge, and has extensive experience advising on construction matters across the manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and hospitality sectors. Based in Reading, Caroline Cowley is a key member of the team who handles claims under the Building Safety Act.

Sheridan Gold LLP is noted for the depth of its experience in acting for clients in adjudication proceedings, often appearing before the Technology and Construction Court (TCC). The team is also skilled at handling complications arising out of contractor insolvency. With standout, longstanding experience, Peter Sheridan co-heads the team in Reigate, and is a key name for clients facing high value, multi-party disputes. Leading the team alongside him, Jonathan Gold often acts for a diverse range of clients across the transport, leisure, energy, and infrastructure sectors.

The construction and engineering team at Stevens & Bolton LLP is noted for its broad expertise, which spans the life sciences, education, healthcare and infrastructure sectors. Described by clients as ‘the go-to individual for contentious issues’, Kimberley Eyssell heads the practice in Guildford, displaying vast experience in enforcement proceedings and recovery claims. The 'excellent' Stephen Rockhill is well-versed in building contracts, development agreements, and consultant appointments. Ben Willis is another key member of the team with in-depth experience in non-contentious matters, regularly assisting developers, investors, local authorities, and contractors.

Working out of the Reading office, Stephen James leads the practice at Clarkslegal LLP, which handles the full spectrum of matters relating to construction projects, including procurement contracts, tender drafting, and joint ventures, in addition to issues arising out of contractor insolvency. James is recommended for his handling of disputes, including defect claims and contract time extensions. Antony Morris is noted for his experience in professional negligence claims against architects and contractors.

Irwin Mitchell is particularly skilled at handling cladding remediation projects as well as claims arising out of defective cladding. The construction and engineering practice has broad expertise spanning the education, energy, housing, and manufacturing sectors. Practice head Mark Clinton is based in Gatwick, and handles both contentious and non-contentious matters. Robert Tunningley and Natalie Cane are integral members of the team; Tunningley has an in-depth understanding of construction documents, development agreements, and procurement issues, and Cane routinely advises developers, lenders, and contractors.

Palmers handles the full range of construction disputes through a variety of mediums such as litigation, arbitration, mediation, and adjudication, often acting for a diverse client list of contractors, sub-contractors, private individuals, and construction companies. Based in Rayleigh, Adam Davis heads the team, often advising on the full spectrum of construction matters, including JCT contracts, warranty claims, and insurance-related issues. Layna Thompson stands out due to her experience in delay and disruption claims, payment disputes, and bespoke contracts.

Located in Tunbridge Wells, Chris Whittington heads the ‘excellent’ team at Thomson Snell & Passmore. Whittington utilises his longstanding experience to advise property developers, retailers, contractors, and funders. The ‘exceptional’ Chris Kirby-Turner is recommended for his strong focus on construction disputes, regularly handles claims before the TCC. The team was strengthened by the addition of Caroline Watkins, who specialises in non-contentious construction matters. Watkins joined the firm from EMW Law LLP in January 2024.

The team at BDB Pitmans has broad expertise in infrastructure and transport projects, including roads, bridges, and railways. David Gwillim has since left the firm.

Birkett Long LLP houses a broad team which handles a vast array of matters, including JCT contracts, consultant appointments, project agreements, and collateral warranties. The team also has in-depth experience in adjudication proceedings, mediation, and litigation before the TCC. The practice is co-led by Peter Allen and Suryen Nullatamby, with Nullatamby standing out due to his skill in handling defect and delay claims, payment disputes, and issues arising out of insolvency.

The practice at Clarke Willmott LLP regularly acts for a diverse client base of developers, investors, contractors, and government entities. Hayley Steel leads the ‘responsive, pragmatic, and efficient’ team in Southampton, and has deep experience in renewable energy projects, retail developments, and commercial developments.

With James Palmer leading the team in Reading, Field Seymour Parkes LLP is noted for its growing strength in contentious construction matters. Palmer has vast expertise in adjudication cases and high-value construction claims, while Catherine Ripley has notable experience in advising on non-contentious matters such as JCT contracts and warranties, and the negotiation of professional appointments. Key clients for the practice include property developers, local authorities, contractors, and individuals.

Holmes & Hills houses a ‘strong' team of 'dedicated professionals'. Heading the practice from the Marks Tey office, Sam Bawden is recommended for payment disputes, time extension claims, and issues of professional negligence. Lawrence Pearce is a standout member of the team, and Abbie Chisnall is also noted for her expertise in construction contracts and adjudication claims.

The team at Lester Aldridge LLP handles a variety of mandates, including site acquisitions, procurement strategies, construction contracts, and safety requirements under the Building Safety Act. Key clients for the practice include house builders, residential developers, contractors, and lenders. Izabela Arnold leads the practice in Southampton, and Amy Lewis regularly assists with building contracts, collateral warranties, and development finance matters. Located in Bournemouth, Rachel Gimson is another notable member of the team who is skilled at handling construction disputes.