Simon Coppen > Burges Salmon LLP > Bristol, England > Lawyer Profile

Burges Salmon LLP
ONE GLASS WHARF
BRISTOL
BS2 0ZX
England

Living Wage

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Work Department

Commercial.

Position

Simon has advised rail industry members on the full range of legal issues concerning the strategy, operation and development of the industry since privatisation in 1994. He is a leading rail industry adviser with recognised expertise in policy, structural, regulatory and operational matters including access, licensing, European and UK regulation and franchising. He regularly advises on commercial contracts, procurement, rail disputes and competition issues.

Career

Trained Allen & Overy; qualified 1987; Allen & Overy 1985-89; joined Burges Salmon 1989; partner 1993.

Memberships

Law Society.

Education

Attended Kings School, Rochester; Brasenose College, Oxford (1984 MA Law).

Lawyer Rankings

London > Transport > Rail

(Hall of Fame)

Simon Coppen  – Burges Salmon LLP

Praised for providing an ‘excellent service’, the large and dedicated rail team at Burges Salmon LLP covers a broad range of specialisms in this sector. It has an outstanding client base, which includes some of the UK’s largest train operating groups. It continues to be involved in many of the most significant franchising matters. In addition, the firm has been involved in a significant number of the UK’s largest rolling stock procurement exercises. The group plays a pivotal role in many infrastructure projects too, and is skilled at advising on health and safety matters, as well as regulatory issues. The group is also recognised for its considerable cross-border capabilities. Brioney Thomas is highly recommended. Ian Tucker continues to advise on some of the largest disputes in this industry. Chris Simms is vastly experienced in all aspects of rail regulation, and in infrastructure finance transactions. Simon Coppen, Charlotte Whitaker, and Chris Jackson are all highly recommended.