Fladgate LLP has experience handling contentious construction matters related to PFI projects, fire safety defects, and domestic redevelopment projects. David Weare leads the team with expertise advising on contractual issues in the construction sector. Digby Hebbard advises clients in development project disputes. Christian Charles further strengthens the practice, with strong knowledge of cladding defect matters.
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Key clients
- Carter Victoria Ltd
- Otis Ltd
- Quintain
- Bennett Construction
- BW Interiors Ltd
- Collins Construction Ltd
- The Hub Build Ltd
- Vivalda Ltd
- Gratte Brothers Ltd
- RW Armstrong & Sons Ltd
- Fairmile Homes Ltd
- John Laing Investments
Work highlights
Advised Carter Victoria Ltd on all aspects of a £60 million commercial tower development in Victoria, including contractor termination, replacement engagement, and two High Court bond claims.
Representing Otis Ltd in three concurrent High Court proceedings brought against it for alleged defective works, with a combined value of £5 million.
Acting for Quintain in multi-party High Court proceedings concerning defective roads near Bristol, defending a £1.5 million claim brought by South Gloucestershire Council under a Highways Act agreement whilst pursuing counterclaims against contractor Kier Group and engineer Peter Brett Associates.
Practice head
David Weare
Other key lawyers
Digby Hebbard; Christian Charles