Construction & Engineering

"Michelmores are really collaborative, and they put themselves in the position of the issues that their client is facing. They are also really adaptable and cope with the intricacies of the public sector."

Legal 500 UK 2023

"Efficient, informed advice, commercial and pragmatic approach to negotiations and drafting and excellent internal & external communication."

Legal 500 UK 2023

"Michelmores have brought a wealth of knowledge to a broad range of contractual discussions and disputes. Their advice has been excellent and is often immediate with further confirmatory detail around precedent to quickly follow. They have a great deal of knowledge at their fingertips and their experience shines through. They are extremely transparent and accurate in their billing which ensures financial processes are streamlined."

Legal 500 UK 2022

Trusted legal advice for construction and engineering

Clients include owners and occupiers, developers, main contractors, project managers, members of the professional design team, funders and public sector authorities, at both local and central government level.

The practice complements the work of the Firm’s Commercial Development and Projects teams, particularly in relation to its developer and public sector clients, and those requiring expert advice and guidance on regulatory matters as part of the construction process.

Our specialists also support the Firm’s private clients who both generate and spend their wealth through property investment.

Expert construction dispute resolution

The team has significant experience in construction dispute resolution and places a strong emphasis on acting alongside clients to achieve an early resolution wherever possible.

Where negotiation or mediation is inappropriate, we have a robust and vigorous approach to the resolution of disputes by adjudication, arbitration, litigation or expert determination as circumstances require but always with an emphasis on ensuring the client’s commercial interests are wherever possible achieved and costs kept to a minimum.

KEY CONTACTS
Anna Wood
Anna Wood
Partner
TEAM
Michael Bonning
Michael Bonning
Senior Associate
Neil Mason
Neil Mason
Senior Associate
Katie Pickering
Katie Pickering
Associate
Sarah-Jane Dobner
Sarah-Jane Dobner
Associate
Rhiann Gay
Rhiann Gay
Solicitor
Jo Woodcock
Jo Woodcock
Senior Paralegal
Alan Tate
Alan Tate
Consultant
Catherine Davis
Catherine Davis
Consultant Solicitor