DLA Piper maintains a strong presence in both domestic and international construction matters, regularly advising on contentious and non-contentious mandates by leveraging its global network. The team delivers end-to-end advice on high-value infrastructure, development, and engineering projects across a wide range of sectors. Practice head Paul Giles is highly regarded for his handling of complex disputes. David Moss plays a pivotal role advising governments, developers, funders, and specialist contractors. Alison Fagan is a go-to for strategic, distressed, or high-value infrastructure projects, offering incisive contractual and operational guidance.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Superb technical knowledge, a willingness to adapt to client requirements, and appropriate flexing of the team throughout a long-running dispute.’
- ‘Clare Rushton – very pragmatic in approach, which is essential in commercial disputes. Efficient in terms of advice and delivery. No word is wasted!
- 'Matthew Inglis – superb support.'
- ‘The best in PFI and infrastructure work.’
- ‘Alison Fagan is highly respected. The best in PFI and infrastructure work. Ali leads the team with energy and dynamism.'
- 'Jenny Harrison is brilliant – a partner in waiting.'
Key clients
- The Association of Infrastructure Investors in Public Private Partnerships
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Alison Fagan
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Practice head
Paul Giles
Other key lawyers
Paul Giles; Alison Fagan; David Moss; Harriet Farrant; Clare Rushton; Jenny Harrison; Abigail Holmes; Charlotte Hughes; Matthew Inglis; Hannah Ley