Donald Warnock > Norton Rose Fulbright > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Norton Rose Fulbright demonstrates extensive experience advising a broad spectrum of clients in the construction industry, from project owners and developers to financiers and consultants. Its scope of practice spans contentious matters including early warning strategy, negotiation of commercial issues on live projects, dispute resolution drafting, and enforcement challenges. The co-heads of the team, Donald Warnock and Simon Ramsden, specialise in advising on construction and engineering aspects of major projects and focusing on dispute resolution in various sectors, respectively. Counsel Amy Armitage has industry-wide experience, having acted for contractors, subcontractors, employers, insurers, and funders across Europe, Africa, South America and the Middle East. Associate Sarah Gosling contributes her knowledge of construction and engineering disputes in the energy sector and commercial international arbitration, with particular experience across Asia-Pacific.

Norton Rose Fulbright has earned a reputation for its expert advice to project owners, developers, contractors, financiers, and more, across all areas of the construction industry. It is distinguished for its sectoral focus encompassing energy, infrastructure, and natural resources, particularly in projects involving roads, rail, mines, and power generation facilities. The firm’s proficiency extends to advising on alternative procurement models, contract negotiation and preparation, as well as handling supply chain issues. Under the leadership of Donald Warnock, the department includes Andrew Buisson, renowned for his expertise in PFI/PPP concession arrangements, and Chris Down, who offers broad experience in the development and financing of construction projects. Recently relocated from Singapore to London, Nicky Davies brings her speciality in financing and construction aspects of major infrastructure projects, particularly in negotiating concession agreements and associated project and finance documentation.