Assisting with all stages of the development process on commercial mixed-use, residential, and regeneration schemes, Trowers & Hamlins LLP is praised by clients for adopting ‘a pragmatic approach to problem solving’. The team routinely advises on the Building Safety Act and fire safety claims, with Birmingham-based co-head Paul Scott being an expert in construction disputes arising in infrastructure projects. Fellow co-head, Racheal Hobbis, has consistently acted for developers, funders, and contractors since her arrival in December 2024. Adam Thompson focuses on adjudications. Jordan Bosi is also recommended. Victoria Ball left the firm in April 2024.
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Testimonials
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‘The team takes a pragmatic approach to problem solving.’
‘Paul Scott is an exceptionally helpful person. He provides honest, straightforward advice within quick timeframes.’
'Paul Scott is excellent.’
- 'Collaboration, communication and adaptability makes working with Trowers a good experience.'
- 'Straightforward advice, easily communicated. Very easy to get hold of, and turnaround of work is efficient and quick.'
Key clients
- Kent County Council
- Wolverhampton City Council
- Historic England
- The British Museum
- Vistry Group
- Berkeley Group
- Cordia Developments
- Built UK Group
- Communities and Housing Investment Consortium
- Sama Investments
Work highlights
Acting for Workman Properties, the development vehicle of Cotteswold Dairy Limited, in respect of the design and construction of its new headquarters in Gloucestershire.
Acting for Whiteheads Developments Limited in respect of a claim valued at £10m by Coilcolor Limited (in administration) arising from a flooding event on land being developed by WDL.
Advising Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council on the second phase of a major regeneration project in Abbey Street in Nuneaton.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Paul Scott; Rachael Hobbis
Other key lawyers
Adam Thompson; Jordan Bosi; Eve Feenan; Charlotte Yeomans; Shannon Dowling