Ashurst Perkins Coie handles contentious construction matters concerning fire safety disputes, energy infrastructure projects, and PFI disputes. It is known to act for both international and domestic clients. Tom Duncan leads the practice, and has experience handling disputes in the transport, real estate, and energy sectors. Simon Bromwich is a standout member of the team, who has experience leading on disputes related to PFI projects. Another key team member includes Dyfan Owen, who acts on litigation and international arbitration, and Madeleine Pope, who often represents contractors, owners, and developers. Stefan Jammes further strengthens the team, and assists with Technology and Construction Court litigation and building safety disputes.
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- Madeleine Pope, partner, is dedicated and extremely hard-working. She is bright, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. Harsh Hari Haran - when I worked with him as a senior associate but now a partner - is intelligent and on top of the details.
- Tom Duncan is fabulous. He is the right mix of pragmatism, intelligence, and calmness.
- Simon Bromwich is a highly experienced partner with great strategic understanding, which is invaluable in the large disputes that he deals with, often involving a multiplicity of proceedings. Harsh Hari Haran is a junior partner of exceptional intellect and talent. There are a number of excellent associates, such as Marian Scott, Catrin Southgate, Elinor Thomas, Georgina Warden, and Conor Quigley. Joseph Harrington, of counsel, is a star in the making.
- Exceptional ability and experience in both domestic and international construction and infrastructure work. They have particular expertise in PFI, building safety, and renewables, as well as more traditional O&G work. They are trusted advisers to Tier 1 contractors, employers, and funders of major infrastructure projects.
- Ability to manage large and complex litigation between multiple parties.
- The team is often good at thinking outside the box and finding innovative approaches to tackle issues.
Key clients
- Lendlease
- Balfour Beatty
- Barrat Redrow
- UK Government
- Great British Energy
- Bovis
- SSE
- Kier
- SNC-Lavalin
- Associated British Ports
- HS2
- British Land
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Practice head
Tom Duncan
Other key lawyers
Simon Bromwich; Dyfan Owen; Madeleine Pope; Stefan Jammes; Harsh Hari Haran