Mr Martin McKeague > Walker Morris LLP > Leeds, England > Lawyer Profile

Jointly led by Ben Sheppard, recognised for his expertise in local authority waste and energy projects, and Chris Woodthorpe, a specialist in PPP, regeneration, and development transactions, Walker Morris LLP‘s Leeds-based team is instructed by a diverse client base including local authorities, central government departments and registered providers. The practice also benefits from the expertise of Sarah Ward, who frequently advises on state aid and subsidy control issues; Martin McKeague, a key contact for property disputes; and Carly Thorpe, who is well versed in contentious and transactional construction matters.

Walker Morris LLP advises a broad client portfolio of retailers, property developers, public bodies and insurers on a varied range of real estate disputes, including contentious disposals and acquisitions. The practice is well regarded for its expertise related to the Building Safety Act 2022, where it continues to advise the Department for Levelling Up with regard to high-value remediation orders. The practice is jointly led by Martin McKeague and Karl Anders; the former covers landlord and tenant disputes and arbitration work, and the latter focuses on landlord and tenant matters. David Manda is a key member of the team and is well versed in contentious property insurance work.