Osborne Clarke LLP acts on contentious construction cases spanning the commercial real estate, energy, and transport sectors. The team is led by adjudication specialist Robert Horne, who has an active domestic and international practice. Helen Waddell, who joined from Pinsent Masons LLP in January 2025, acts on an array of disputes arising out of the energy, infrastructure, and transport sectors. Daniel Cashmore specialises in handling disputes from the renewable energy sector, while Rupa Lakha supports clients in relation to commercial developments.
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Testimonials
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‘The construction litigation team has provided support and strategic/tactical advice in a clear and timely manner. They can always be relied upon to deliver and are great to work with; delivering work within agreed timescales, to budget and in a clear and effective way whilst being approachable and enthusiastic.’
‘Danielle Griffiths is our go to lawyer - technically strong, astute, very efficient and commercially minded whilst being a delight to work with.’
'The individuals we work with stand out for their accessibility, commerciality, and ability to operate as a genuine extension of our team. What differentiates them is not just legal expertise, but their ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the business.'
'What makes this practice stand out is its ability to combine sector depth with practical, client-centred delivery. The team understands how to operate within the constraints and realities of a fast-paced commercial environment, offering legal advice that is consistently pragmatic, risk-aware and aligned with our business model.'
'Daniel Cashmore consistently offers hands on involvement in his partner led matters. Danielle Griffiths is a true grafter. Her legal expertise surpasses her peers.'
'The team invest both invaluable time and effort in getting matters progressed and resolved. The team provides clear, succinct advice, always with an eye on the commercial realities surrounding issues and their resolution.'
'Daniel Cashmore takes the time to assess our options and provide advice that will help guide us through our contractual position as well as support our commercial position. He has always acted swiftly to meet our deadlines and guided us through his advice and thoughts to ensure we have as much knowledge to make important decisions.'
'Osborne Clarke provide a good level of experience and knowledge for supporting our projects, which is coupled with a depth of support from topic specialists. They place a strong emphasis on client relationship, ensuring they understand our business and how we deliver our projects.'
Key clients
- BDW Trading Limited
- Costain Integrated Technology Solutions Limited
- Beinneun Wind Farm Limited (owned by Octopus Energy Generation)
Work highlights
Representing BDW Trading Limited in a key case for the industry, concerning the extent of the retrospectivity of section 135 of the Building Safety Act 2022 and whether section 1(1)(a) of the Defective Premises Act 1972 applies only to purchasers of properties, or whether it also applies to commercial developers.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Robert Horne
Other key lawyers
Helen Waddell; Daniel Cashmore; Rupa Lakha; Tom Andrews; Danielle Griffiths