Possessing an ‘extremely knowledgeable’ construction team which can ’cut straight to the key issues’, Cripps is regularly entrusted on high-value contentious and non-contentious matters impacting major domestic developments. A ‘calm and composed’ character, James Lee heads the practice and is a key contact on non-contentious construction matters. A particular expert in the life sciences sector, Lee advises property developers and investment managers on construction documents, appointments, and development agreements. Nitej Davda is a specialist regarding contentious matters and assists property developers and managers on disputes concerning construction and cladding defects, as well as property and construction-related professional negligence claims.
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‘Cripps' construction team is extremely knowledgeable and able to cut straight to the key issues. They are able to say how market-standard certain obligations are to help me decide strategies in terms of what we must hold out for and what we can concede.'
'Well-resourced and able to provide a quick and professional service.'
Key clients
- The Cadogan Estate
- Federated Hermes
Work highlights
Advising the Cadogan Estate on a range of construction projects across their London estate.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Luke Barnes
Practice head
James Lee
Other key lawyers
Nitej Davda; Luke Barnes