The contentious construction team at Devonshires Solicitors LLP regularly acts for a range of clients from both the public and private sectors. Building Safety Act disputes remain a key focus of the group’s client offering, representing social housing developers at all levels of the courts. The contentious practice is jointly steered by Mark London, who serves a client base consisting of contractors, developers, and local authorities, and Matthew Cocklin, who specialises in handling disputes related to cladding and fire safety defects. Kathryn Kligerman is well-versed in disputes which reach the Technology & Construction Court, adjudication, and mediation.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Matthew Cocklin is a superb construction lawyer: he knows the law and is always up-to-date on the cases, but he doesn't let the law get in the way of looking for commercial solutions to disputes that avoid the time and cost of a trial. If a case needs to fight, he is hard-nosed, determined and leaves no stone unturned; he will not shy away from a battle and is someone to have in the trenches with you.'
- ‘I’ve been very impressed by this team. The contentious construction team stands out for its deep integration with the housing and development sector, advising many of the UK’s largest developers and social housing organisations (as well as many others). This gives the team a uniquely commercial, property-savvy perspective that I have not seen many other law firms match.’
Key clients
- A2Dominion
- Ability Housing Association
Work highlights
Acting for Hexagon in a long standing dispute concerning the termination of the contractor’s employment under a JCT design and build contract.
Practice head
Mark London; Matthew Cocklin; Asif Patel; Kathryn Kligerman
Other key lawyers
Kathryn Kligerman; Richard Anderson; Michael Wharfe; Adam Matthewson; Lena Barnes; Karen Morean; Ellie-Rose Fletcher