Jonathan Cripps > Stephenson Harwood > London, England > Lawyer Profile

A ‘strong, partner led team’ possessing an ‘excellent understanding of the key legal and commercial issues across all of the major infrastructure sectors’, Stephenson Harwood handles a considerable number of PFI and PPP projects, working closely with contractors, lenders and public sector bodies on  financing arrangements and the development of new, critical projects. Team head Jonathan Cripps has expertise in energy, transport and accommodation-related mandates, and is a go-to for asset-management issues. Rebecca Carter  works on a portfolio of mandates including both private and public sector work.  Phil Harris is a very active member of the team, providing counsel on many of the firm’s key development mandates.  Navpreet Atwal‘s arrival from Boodle Hatfield LLP has further strengthened the group’s capabilities and bench.

Head of real estate and projects at Stephenson Harwood, Rebecca Carter, co-heads the London power team alongside decarbonisation specialist, national head and ‘highly dependable advisor’ Jonathan Cripps, and offshore energy expert and national head Max Lemanski. The practice is noted as being ‘exemplary in their dedication, enthusiasm, and professionalism’. Cathal Leigh-Doyle, noted as a ‘strong negotiator’, was promoted to partnership in May 2023 and has impressive experience in offshore energy disputes.