Shoosmiths LLP is a go-to advisor for high-profile construction projects, offering end-to-end support across redevelopments, regeneration schemes, and infrastructure initiatives. The team is particularly prominent in the living sector, acting for a wide range of developers. Practice head Ian Hardman is recognised for leading major procurement deals. Jody Kite handles contentious work across adjudication, arbitration, litigation, and mediation, with specialist expertise in construction, engineering, and infrastructure-related disputes.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Really nice people to do business with.'
‘Ian Hardman is detailed, experienced, and knows his sector.'
‘They work as a team and are always on hand to provide advice.’
‘Ian Hardman makes great efforts to understand the client's needs. He is very good at explaining legal issues, has a great depth of knowledge and can consider the legal implications of matters when a change of direction is needed.’
Key clients
- Bruntwood
- Cityheart
- Mercedes-Benz
- Taylor Wimpey
- Dukes Education
- Vastint UK Services
- Travelodge Hotels
- T J Morris
- Lovell Partnerships
- Liberty Global
Work highlights
Advising Cityheart in relation to the £120m redevelopment of Stopford Park in Stockport.
Advising T J Morris on the development of a new 800,000 sq ft distribution centre in Doncaster.
Acting for a contractor in the nuclear sector in successful adjudication proceedings.
Practice head
Ian Hardman
Other key lawyers
Jody Kite; Stephanie Macpherson; Eve Johnstone; Amy Johnson; Abigail Bowers