Addleshaw Goddard’s construction practice, noted for its ‘strength at all levels of seniority’, is renowned for assisting with complex and large-scale development projects across the tech, leisure, and transport sectors. Charlotte Higham specialises in build-to-rent and student housing matters. Paul O’Kane leads the non-contentious side of the practice, and Susan Bennett is a key name within the team. Nancy McGuire is known for her broad experience in regeneration schemes. Disputes regarding the Building Safety Act are a mainstay of Sarah Wilson’s workload. The ‘commercially-grounded’ Anthony Willis has expertise in contentious matters, as does John Cleaveley who joined the team in December 2023 from Shoosmiths LLP. Practice head Andrew Greaves is adept at handling international disputes and negotiating major PPP agreements, Paul Barge is noted by clients for his ’strategic eye’, and Tom Lister is key figure within the practice.
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‘Addleshaw Goddard's full service construction law practice deploys teams with strength at all levels of seniority to provide and deliver efficient and successful outcomes for all disputes.'
‘Paul Barge is excellent and always has a strategic eye on the commercial; he is able to cut through the most complex and high-value disputes to find the point of weakness that will make a case crack, and is a pleasure to work with.'
- 'Laura Heaps is very good. Efficient whilst being a pleasure to work with, she can handle the most contractually complicated of high-value disputes, bringing her client with her every step of the way.’
‘Anthony Willis has taken the time to understand our business - as a result we get good, commercially-grounded advice which focuses on the right areas.’
‘Laura Brunt is a superb lawyer - a force to be reckoned with and a real powerhouse! Andrew Greaves is one of if not the best leading partner I have worked with - he understands clients, is commercial and has an eye for detail.'
‘Paul Barge, Charlotte Higham and Claire Parker are attentive, commercial, personable and get the deal done.'
‘Sarah Wilson is astute and highly capable. She consistently demonstrates a deep understanding of commercial realities, providing sage advice on complex matters. Her interpersonal skills are exceptional, and she has a clear understanding of her clients' needs.’
‘Nancy McGuire makes complex scenarios easier to understand. Tom Lister is very strong and very professional with an excellent delivery in negotiations.’
Clients clés
- Tritax Symmetry Development (Blyth) UK Ltd
- Platform Glasgow S.a.r.l.
- MGH Card LLP
- Renaker Build Limited
- Hermes
- Bruntwood Limited
- West Midlands Combined Authority
- Moda Living
- Allied London
- Alumno
Points forts
- Advising Bruntwood on its £1.7 bn development of an innovation district, ID Manchester, located in the city centre and spread across four million square feet.
- Acting for the Far East Corporation, in respect of the Northern Gateway (Victoria North) development which is the biggest renewal project Manchester has ever seen.
- Advised on disputes between FK and ISG Retail Limited (ISG) including multiple adjudications and enforcement actions.
Avocats
Hall of Fame
Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.
Les grands avocats du marché
Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.
John Cleaveley
Paul O'Kane
Les grands avocats de demain
Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.
Susan Bennett
Meilleurs collaborateurs
Jeunes avocats collaborateurs ou counsels qui se distinguent régulièrement par leur présence dans des dossiers importants du marché, et qui sont identifiés par le marché comme de jeunes talents à suivre.
Sarah Wilson
Responsable de la pratique
Andrew Greaves
Autres avocats clés
Anthony Willis; Sarah Wilson; Laura Brunt; Paul Barge; Charlotte Higham; Claire Parker; Laura Heaps; Nancy McGuire; Tom Lister; Paul O’Kane; Susan Bennett; Chris Larkin