The non-contentious construction team at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is capable of acting for a varied client base of investors, developers, and multinational corporates, particularly across the energy and the commercial and residential real estate sectors. Practice head Gareth Stringer advises high-profile developers and property companies on procurement and project management matters. Nazir Dewji acts for an array of developers and lenders on large-scale real estate developments, while Kimberly Roberts has an established practice specialising in industrial, infrastructure, and engineering projects. Freya Scott regularly assists in drafting and negotiating construction contracts on large-scale developments.
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Testimonials
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‘The collaboration between different teams within BCLP is very strong. Simple, quick and easy advice given.’
‘Edward McMullen is extremely responsive and will often go beyond what is asked to provide the best possible service.’
‘Regular and thorough communication, responsive and committed to getting the right result. Robust in their advice and in the presence of counter parties.’
‘Clear explanations avoiding legal jargon always with firm advice and recommendations.'
'Christopher Skone James has performed consistently. His service shows commitment to the client.’
‘The team is very user friendly, they actually provide solutions and advise on how to proceed with problems and aren't afraid to make recommendations.’
‘Christopher Skone James provides excellent counsel and solutions-focused advise. He is never afraid to advise or make recommendations for challenging legal issues.'
'Olivia Ruby is excellent at appointment resolution and negotiation, she is very capable at communicating our hard positions and convincing the project team to sign up to terms to the clients benefit.’
Key clients
- The Crown Estate
- Landsec
- Great Portland Estates
- Axa
- National Grid
- iQ
- Blackstone
- EDGE
- Riverstone Living
- Federated Hermes
- Kings College London
- Equitix Infrastructure
- Strabag
- Global Switch
Work highlights
Advising the Crown Estate on the construction aspects of its £7bn property portfolio in Central London.
Advising AXA on the development of a £1bn+ sustainable office building at 50 Fenchurch Street.
Advising EDGE on its £500m+ redevelopment at London Bridge.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Kimberly Roberts
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Freya Scott
Practice head
Gareth Stringer
Other key lawyers
Nazir Dewji; Kimberly Roberts; Edward McMullen; Christopher Skone James; Freya Scott; Olivia Ruby