With a client offering that spans the renewable energy, infrastructure, and real estate development spaces, Burges Salmon LLP is a recognised authority in contentious construction work among both public and private sector clients. Richard Adams fronts the practice and is regularly instructed in the energy, transport, and utilities sectors. Jessica Evans has amassed considerable experience of contentious construction cases across arbitrations, adjudications, and litigation, while Gregor Hayworth‘s practice centres on disputes arising out of energy projects.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘A collaborative and inclusive workplace, they focus on the development and growth of their workforce.’

  • ‘Jessica Evans provides clear and concise instructions on complex matters. She is very knowledgeable. With her friendly and positive outlook she is always a pleasure to work with.’

  • ‘Richard Adams: a really cerebral and commercially minded lawyer. Excellent with clients and a pleasure to work with.'

  • ‘Good strength in depth and robust, commercial advice.’

  • ‘Richard Adams - Excellent commercial advice with a spot on ability to predict where a dispute will go.’

  • ‘Strong team, good experience.’

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Richard Adams

Practice head

Richard Adams

Other key lawyers

Jessica Evans; Gregor Hayworth; Claire Logue