Browne Jacobson LLP is well-positioned in the market to advise a diverse range of clients, including national and regional contractors, employers, and developers, on development finance and regional projects. Other core areas for the team include energy and infrastructure projects, regeneration schemes, and private finance initiative projects. Michael Sadler helms the team and splits his time between contentious and non-contentious matters, including construction and engineering contracts, professional appointments, warranties, and professional indemnity claims. Mark Stubbs combines construction and engineering knowledge with experience in contract support, live support, and the resolution of disputes, whereas Holly Knight specialises in contractor and employer disputes.
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Testimonials
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‘Michael Sadler and his team are first-class. Whatever the issue, they have someone in the team who specialises, whether that's contentious matters, insurance, or any other issue, there is always access to a high level of expertise.’
‘The team at BJ are very customer-focused and go out of their way to provide a first-class service.’
'Excellent strength and depth within the construction team. A highly competitive service offering, highly collaborative and very quick to respond or action on matters.'
'One of the best construction legal advisors that I have worked with in almost 30 years of industry experience.'
'Outstanding client care and legal advice from partner, Michael Sadler, and his team. Overall, we receive an exceptional construction and real estate advice service, and they are go to lawyers of choice.'
Key clients
- Avonside Energy Limited
- BAM Construction Limited
- Bowmer & Kirkland Limited
- Baxi Heating
- Blackpool Borough Council
- Breedon Group
- The British Museum
- Clegg Construction Limited and Clegg Food Limited
- County Contractors
- Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Elevate Property Group
- H E Simm
- Hero Futures
- Homes England
- Ingersoll Rand Air Solutions Hibon
- J Coffey Construction Limited
- Keltbray Limited
- London Borough of Croydon
- Mace Limited and Mace Management Services BV
- National Highways
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Michael Sadler
Other key lawyers
Mark Stubbs; Holly Knight