Ward Hadaway LLP’s construction and engineering team advises a diverse client base on complex projects and disputes, with expertise spanning commercial developments, public sector schemes, housebuilding projects and large-scale engineering issues. The team supports clients ranging from SMEs to major national and international names. Neil Williamson leads the team, advising on a full range of construction documentation. Kieran Kelly handles both contentious and non-contentious matters for a variety of industry players. Paul Reekie has over 35 years’ experience in construction disputes, while Philippa Jones focuses on major infrastructure projects, drawing on her dispute resolution background.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction

Key clients

  • Northumberland County Council / Advance Northumberland
  • J Barbour & Sons
  • Places for People
  • Newcastle International Airport
  • Newcastle College Croup
  • Hitachi Construction Machinery
  • Northumbrian Water
  • Northumberland Estates
  • Keepmoat Homes/MCI Developments
  • Port of Tyne

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Neil Williamson

Practice head

Neil Williamson

Other key lawyers

Kieran Kelly; Paul Reekie; Philippa Jones; Victoria Chatterton