With a client roster consisting of engineers, architects and contractors, Beale & Co is noted for its construction and insurance work. The team is noted for handling disputes covering a range of asset classes, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties. David McArdle, Nic Pegg and Joanna Lewis lead the team with extensive experience assisting clients defending against complex claims. Tom Wheeler and Lisa Evans are other key names to note.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Beale & Co has in-depth specialist knowledge of the construction and engineering industries, and across the board their lawyers demonstrate detailed understanding of the technical and complex issues that arise in disputes in this field.’

  • ‘Joanna Lewis is a brilliant and dedicated lawyer who leaves no stone unturned in her determination to get the best possible outcome for her clients. She is always completely on top of the details, and fantastic at problem-solving. Extremely impressive.’

  • ‘The construction team at Beale has practical and technical knowledge of building projects and the contract law that governs it.’

Practice head

David McArdle; Joanna Lewis; Nic Pegg

Other key lawyers

Tom Wheeler; Lisa Evans