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Addleshaw Goddard

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Seen as 'the go-to option for water-related work,' Addleshaw Goddard frequently advises water companies utilising the DPC model for new infrastructure procurement, while also being tasked with liaising with Ofwat across a range of regulatory mandates. David Shaw takes the lead on DPC projects, taking water companies through issues tied to the development of water and wastewater projects. Rona Bar-Isaac is the firm's key contact for competition matters, handling appeals to the CMA and judicial reviews of regulatory decisions. Project finance specialist Philip Dupres provides further DPC expertise and is also involved in transactions centred on water assets. Joanne Holbrook departed the firm in June 2023.
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  • 'I principally deal with them in litigation matters. Above all, they just get it in a way that their competitors don't always when it comes to water. They know the legislation, codes and regulatory framework and give sound, practical advice.'
  • 'The team has a truly remarkable depth of legal knowledge and expertise in the sector. I was frequently in awe of their legal skills, which made my own work considerably less complicated and less time-consuming. I would regard this team as the go-to option for water-related work.'
  • 'The team really epitomises a 'will always deliver' attitude - really fabulous people, incredibly bright, driven but friendly approach - hugely impressive. Much more user friendly than any other firm I've used and some of the hardest working lawyers around.'
  • 'Special mention for David Shaw and Phil Dupres - two of the brightest, most user friendly and hard-working lawyers I've ever worked with.'

Key clients

  • Affinity Water Limited
  • United Utilities Water Limited
  • Southern Water Services Limited
  • Anglian Water Group Companies
  • Castle Water Limited
  • South East Water Limited
  • Yorkshire Water Services Limited
  • The Water Resources in the South East Group
  • Saudi National Water Company

Practice head

David Shaw; Phil Dupres; Rona Bar-Isaac

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