Fieldfisher covers a myriad of construction disputes spanning the energy, transport, and real estate development sectors. The team has amassed considerable experience acting in PFI and PPP disputes and handles a steady stream of litigation related to the Building Safety Act. Well-versed with the intricacies of high value construction projects, practice head Dan Preston remains a first port of call among high profile contractors. Jamie Key‘s diverse practice sees him represent clients across both the transport and real estate development sectors, while David Thorne has acted extensively in major TCC litigation and adjudications, often supported by Samantha Thompson and Sarah Shafiq.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- 'Clear, pragmatic advice focussed on our business objectives. Excellent knowledge of the vagaries of construction contracts and the adjudication process.'
- 'Jamie Key and Samantha Thompson handled a tricky adjudication process very effectively, with a firm but non-confrontational style. They got to the heart of the issues quickly and put our best case forward decisively.'
Key clients
- Morgan Sindall Group
- VolkerWessels Group
- Sir Robert McAlpine
- Rocket Properties
- Imperial College
- Nottingham Forest Football Club
- Tissot Industry
- M Group
- Muse Places
- Tilbury Douglas
- Keltbray
- Vastint Hospitality
Work highlights
Acting for Sir Robert McAlpine in the settlement of a multi-million pound dispute relating to defects in the roof construction of several filming studios.
Instructed by Vastint Hospitality in relation to roofing and fire stopping defects in the construction of eight Moxy Hotels in England.
Acting for several developer clients and freeholders including SevenCapital, Estates & Management and Freehold Managers in relation to claims arising under the Building Safety Act
Practice head
Dan Preston
Other key lawyers
Jamie Key; David Thorne; Samantha Thompson; Sarah Shafiq