Employment and Labour Law
United Kingdom
18 August 2025
Winckworth Sherwood LLP handles all manner of disputes arising out of major construction projects in the commercial and residential real estate sectors. Practice head Eleanor Kilminster acts for a diverse client base of developers, contractors, and employers. Building Safety Act claims remain the cornerstone of Charis Beverton‘s practice, while Greg Carter is well-versed with the intricacies of High Court litigation.
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Testimonials
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‘A lot of strength in depth, with top tier partners and some talented associates. They are always on top of the detail.’
‘Charis Beverton fights hard to achieve the best result possible for her clients. She has a really good sense of how litigation will play out in the long run and on what the key battlegrounds are likely to be.'
'Gillian Hocking is a standout associate. She is always on top of the detail, both factual and legal.’
‘A highly effective team that is able to deal with complex matters, understanding the needs of clients and capable of countering whatever opponents throw at them.'
‘Greg Carter: Unique ability to cut through construction and related insurance cases quickly, which makes him highly sought after by clients and feared by opponents.'
'Ashley Pappin: An effective leader in large construction cases.’
Key clients
- Sovereign Network Group
- Barratt Redrow plc
- Sovereign Network Group
- Barratt Redrow plc
Work highlights
Instructed to advise Sovereign Network Group holistically on ongoing projects and in relation to defect claims arising out of the building safety crisis.
Defending Barratt Redrow in relation to an application for specific performance and loss of rent arising from allegedly late delivery of the commercial elements of a large high-rise mixed-use development in West London.
Practice head
Eleanor Kilminster
Other key lawyers
Charis Beverton; Greg Carter; Alexandra Reid; Gillian Hocking