The construction team at Trowers & Hamlins LLP is particularly well-versed in handling residential new build and regeneration projects for local authorities. Katie Saunders spearheads the practice and assists housing providers with procurement matters, and Andy Waite routinely advises on the formation of joint ventures between public sectors clients and developers and house builders. Tom Holroyd regularly advises on cladding issues.
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Testimonials
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- This practice stands out as a genuine market leader in construction law within the housing sector. What makes it truly unique is the depth of its industry knowledge combined with its ability to translate complex legal principles into practical, deliverable solutions.
- This team is the go-to for anything construction-related. They are professional, extremely knowledgeable, and responsive while being so approachable and friendly. The team has supported my team and me on some very high-level risk matters, yet they have explained each stage in such an easy-to-understand way and have offered their support even if it's just a quick email or call to offer reassurance.
- Tom Holroyd, Tom Wrigley, Natalie Kralski. Dream team literally - they are such a well-coordinated team with fantastic knowledge collectively. Nothing is too big of an ask, and their support/contact has been invaluable.
- The team at Trowers is very approachable and quick to respond in line with the urgency of the matter. I never doubt their advice; they obviously know the sector well and have particularly advised on procurement and contracts.
- Good, solid knowledge of the use of various contract forms. Very good at understanding our needs as a client and making appropriate suggestions for contract drafting.
- Always focus on what will work for their client, rather than what may have been done before. Great problem solving and consensus building with counterparties.
Key clients
- Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council
- Vengrove
- Lovell Partnerships Limited
- JV North
- The Riverside Group
- Birmingham City Council
- Places for People Group
- L&G
- Durkan Ltd
- Patron Capital
- Oak Construction Projects Limited
- Guinness Developments Limited
Work highlights
Advised the Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council on the procurement of a developer partner for the regeneration of Crompton Place.
Instructed by Vengrove to advise on the design and construction of the GB1 or the Grow-On Building Project.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Katie Saunders
Other key lawyers
Andy Waite; Tom Holroyd