Boasting ‘advanced knowledge within the construction and built environment sector’, the non-contentious construction team at Beale & Co acts on domestic and international infrastructure projects across the real estate and transport sectors. The team is led by Will Buckby, who is regularly instructed on international rail and highway projects. Andrew Croft’s practice specialises on the contractual issues that arise out of developments, while Peter Kitson is entrusted to advise on transactional and procurement mandates.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Beale & Co is a very resourceful organisation which has always been able to offer highly respected counsel.’

  • ‘Andrew Croft is an exceptionally talented lawyer who has served our firm for many years. He is always articulate, well-versed in the subject matter, resourceful, comprehensive in his responses to all matters put before him, kind and a pleasure to work with.’

  • ‘Advanced knowledge within the construction and built environment sector.’

  • ‘Felicity Hird is an excellent solicitor, proactive, productive and thorough advice. Andrew Croft has detailed knowledge of sector and unique challenges faced.’

  • ‘As a niche construction firm, Beale & Co understands the sector well. Will Buckby has great communication skills particularly in explaining issues in clear terms to the business.’

  • ‘Nadir Hasan is great to work with. Also an excellent communicator with a good eye for detail and the important strategic points.’

Key clients

  • Arup Group Limited
  • Kier Group
  • Eiffage Génie Civil
  • BAM UK & Ireland
  • Mace Group
  • AECOM
  • AtkinsRealis
  • Broadway Malyan
  • WSP
  • TetraTech

Work highlights

Advised an international architectural practice in relation to the redevelopment of an international airport.
Advised a large international consultant member of a joint venture with their tendering to win the project management contract for an international green energy project.
Advised on a water utilities project which had identified areas of concern that posed a potential future risk to both water quality and supply.

Practice head

Will Buckby

Other key lawyers

Andrew Croft; Peter Kitson; Nadir Hasan; Ben Couldrey; Felicity Hird