Leveraging its wide recognition across the technology sector, Bird & Bird LLP is particularly well-positioned to advise on domestic and international data centre construction projects. The group also handles a steady stream of commercial real estate mandates in the retail, logistics and hospitality sectors. The team is led by Marco Nicolai, who assumes a central role in the firm's international data centre construction offering and also sports significant expertise in commercial property developments. Sophie Phillips regularly guides clients through the contractual aspects of construction projects.
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  • 'A truly universal service which is commercial, focused on client outcomes rather than process.'

  • 'Laser-focused on achieving the best outcome for the client, listening and thinking creatively even in challenging circumstances.'
  • ‘A broad team with lots of experience who are able to offer practical advice and guidance.’

Key clients

  • Evelyn Partners
  • Alo Europe Limited

Work highlights

Providing on-going construction advice and work for Evelyn Partners in their fit out construction contracts across many of its offices and properties, including the head office.
Acting for American athletic apparel retailer, Alo, on several store acquisitions and their continued UK (and Europe-wide) brand expansion exercise.

Practice head

Marco Nicolai

Other key lawyers

Sophie Phillips