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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Testimonials
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- David Weare is a very experienced litigator and commercially astute. Christian Charles is very intelligent.
- Good litigators and true specialists in PFI work.
- Digby Hebbard is a standout. David Weare and Christian Charles are also very strong. Digby, in particular, brings a very commercial approach to dispute resolution, with an eye on cost and a real focus on realising value.
- Digby Hebbard stands out for his ability to provide strong leadership and senior-level input throughout. He is distinguished from competitors by his lack of ego and his ability to translate complex legal and contractual frameworks into clear, actionable advice for non-technical stakeholders. What differentiates this team is a proactive and practical approach to risk management. We particularly value the team’s ability to simplify high-stakes decision-making.
- Andrew Bessemer Clark • Andrew really loves law and has a deep passion to ensure the best outcome for his client – that makes him a great practitioner. • He has lots of experience, always offers wise opinions, and really understands the workings of PFI projects and the various stakeholders involved. A pleasure to work with. Christian Charles • Chris can switch between doing detailed legal points and a high-level strategic approach better than any other lawyer I've come across. His advice is consistently succinct, balanced, and excellent. He’s a pleasure to work with too. • His commercial awareness and responsiveness are real strengths. I also respect the commitment he shows for developing junior members of the team.
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