Eversheds Sutherland continues to demonstrate their deep capabilities across a host of rail-related issues, with a bench of experienced specialists spread across the UK. The team boasts strong expertise across franchising contracts, concession agreements, rolling stock procurement, and regulatory matters, and continues to be a trusted adviser to both public and private sector clients. Parliamentary and planning work remains robust, with ongoing advice on major schemes such as HS2 and the TransPennine Route Upgrade. Internationally, the group acts on projects being conducted by DeutscheBahn and the RTA, Dubai’s transport authority. Agnes Koko is an industry specialist lawyer with extensive experience advising on commercial contracts in the regulated rail sector, including franchise agreements and rolling stock contracts. Koko leads the rail team and transport sector Group. Stephen Collings and James O’Connor are the driving forces behind a strong parliamentary practice that advises on major infrastructure projects. William Spickett, based in Nottingham, is also recommended.
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- ‘The team always put across complex legal issues in a way that everyone can understand. ’
- ‘The Eversheds team is highly knowledgeable and experienced and work closely with us (as clients) to develop innovative solutions to emerging issues. They are totally committed and always go the extra mile.’
Key clients
- Department for Transport
- Network Rail Infrastructure Limited
Work highlights
Act as sole legal adviser to UK Department for Transport on its £15 billion programme to conclude all private sector rail operations contracts and bring passenger rail services into the public sector.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Anne Harris
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Agnes Koko
Other key lawyers
Stephen Collings; James O'Connor; Anne Harris