
Geldards LLP is well respected for its work in the industrial and logistics sectors, in which it acts for a range of developer clients. The team is also active in advising on regenerative projects undertaken by local authorities. Team head Chris Hawrylak advises various construction stakeholders and has noteworthy expertise in energy projects, while Claire Laviers assists with all stages of construction projects. Grace Day routinely advises on a litany of contentious and non-contentious construction matters.
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‘Very responsive and capable. Always available to give advice and carry out their work diligently and always consult with their clients to let you know what's happening.’
- 'Chris Hawrylak is extremely knowledgeable and always on hand to offer advice.’
‘Chris Hawrylak is knowledgeable, commercial and able to assist clients with understanding the risks well.’
‘I have always found Geldards to be knowledgeable and thorough in all of our dealings with them.'
‘Worked with Chris Hawrylak and Grace Day; both are excellent.'
Key clients
- Carmarthenshire County
- Storage Giant
- Sutco
- Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council
- Welsh Government
- National Grid Electricity Distribution
- Pembrokeshire County Council
- London Borough of Merton
- Wandsworth Borough Council
- Omya
Work highlights
- Advised Clowes on a deal with international investors.
- Advising Nottingham City concerning the new bridge over the River Trent.
- Advised the Welsh Ministers about the significant development of Bro Tathan.
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Practice head
Chris Hawrylak
Other key lawyers
Claire Laviers; Grace Day