Real Estate
United Kingdom
20 August 2025
Praised for its ‘deep knowledge of construction litigation’ Simmons & Simmons possesses experience across the transport, real estate, and energy sectors. The group demonstrates broad capabilities across Building Safety Act claims as well as an array of PFI disputes. Cladding disputes specialist Emily Monastiriotis leads the team, while James Pollock is relied on for his broad experience in insurance-related disputes across High Court litigation, adjudication, and mediation. Jonathan Spencer is a key contact for major contractors and consultants. The practice also benefits from the arbitration expertise of Steven Kaye and the international mandate experience of Oli Macrae and Caitlin Lloyd.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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‘Excellent client-friendly service, deep knowledge of construction and energy litigation and strategic decision-making.’
‘Steven Kaye is extremely intelligent combined with a down to earth manner. Jonathan Spencer is a keen strategic mind with client friendly service. Oli Macrae has an eye for detail and excellent and practical advice.’
‘Emily Monastiriotis brings laser focus to her cases and manages her cases with skill and efficiency. She has legal and commercial acumen. Jonathan Spencer is great at handling difficult legal problems, sometimes under huge time pressure. ’
‘Jonathan Spencer and Oli Macrae are both very impressive at their respective levels. Always striving to achieve the best result for their clients and are a pleasure to work with.'
‘Experienced, pragmatic team, with good commercial understanding. Collaborative and enjoyable to work with.’
‘The team are working on a huge number of fire safety defects claims, but the client interface remains with one partner and one managing associate who are across all matters, making the service feel personal and well managed.’
Key clients
- Willmott Dixon Construction Limited
Practice head
Emily Monastiriotis
Other key lawyers
James Pollock; Jonathan Spencer; Steven Kaye; Oli Macrae; Caitlin Lloyd; Susannah Lee