With a multi-faceted client offering which spans international arbitrations, High Court litigation, and ADR, Hogan Lovells International LLP is equipped to handle all manner of construction disputes. The team acts for a roster of significant players from the energy, industrial, and commercial real estate sectors. Practice head Emerson Holmes is praised for his arbitration experience, particularly within the power and energy sectors. Rupert Sydenham is well-versed in all aspects of procurement disputes, while Tom Smith intervenes on energy mandates across Europe, Africa, and Asia.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Emerson Holmes is a seasoned and very talented international arbitration practitioner operating in the construction sector. A go-to individual for analysis, tactics and presentation.’

  • ‘Ashleigh Gray has provided excellent pro-active and clear advice on this matter which has enabled us to get some of the projects completed in a timely manner and without reference to a third party.’

  • ‘Ability to get up to speed on complex contractual arrangements and understand them in their technical, commercial and regulatory context, very experienced and qualified team, very responsive and helpful, provide pragmatic and commercial advice, pleasure to work with.’

  • ‘Tom Smith has provided excellent pragmatic legal advice, he is able to quickly understand and advise on complex contractual arrangements in a very technical, commercial and regulatory context. He is very responsive and great to work with.’

Key clients

  • Rolls-Royce

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Tom Smith

Practice head

Emerson Holmes

Other key lawyers

Rupert Sydenham; Tom Smith; Ashleigh Gray