Fielding ‘excellent technical lawyers’ in all aspects of complex remediation and Building Safety Act claims, Gowling WLG has vast experience representing real estate developers and institutional funds. The firm is well-versed in mezzanine development funding issues, as well as in the construction and development of energy-to-waste facilities, with Michael O’Shea and Richard Green spearheading the practice from Birmingham. O’Shea is an expert in high-profile privity of contract and adjudication disputes, while Green acts for developers and funders. Jessica Tresham concentrates on loss and expense cases, and Daniel Wood is knowledgeable on renewable generation projects. Sarah Dyer is also recommended.
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Testimonials
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‘I get a very friendly, pragmatic and responsive service from the Gowling team. The team is very good at working with a range of consultants and subcontractors with varying competency/sophistication levels. I know there is partner supervision in the background and they step in as and when they are needed.'
‘Ashley Yarwood has led our work and is great to work with. He is personable, pragmatic and responsive. Paul Green supports in the background but is always up to speed and steps in to cover absences etc. I am very happy with the service I receive from the team.’
‘Excellent technical lawyers - the equal of other higher profile firms, but flies under the radar a little.’
‘Daniel Wood - excellent technical and legal knowledge and a great strategist.’
‘The team has a breadth of skills and experience, which means that they can select the right person to provide the services and thereby meet the client's specific needs.’
‘They provide practical and understandable support and guidance tailored to my needs. They have taken time to understand our business and ensure that the service/advice they provide fits that. They are approachable and personable. Strong relationships have been formed over many years.’
‘The way they treat clients, they feel part of the team.'
‘Mike O'Shea - always the calm voice of reason. Sarah Dyer challenges to get the best out of you.’
'Sarah Dyer's calmness and pragmatism, in light of an extremely adversarial opponent, was particularly impressive and welcomed.'
'Working with Ruth Griffin is a pleasure. Her pragmatic approach to complex construction issues means we always get straightforward advice which works for our business. She is incredibly knowledgeable but also genuinely friendly and easy to work with.'
Key clients
- Triathlon (FTT, UT, CoA)
- Birmingham Airport Limited
- William Davis
- London Borough of Barnet – Brent Cross
- Trinity House
- Gresham House
- Indurent/ Blackstone
- Osborn+ Co – New Santander HQ Campus at Unity Place, Milton Keynes
Work highlights
Advising Triathlon Homes LLP in its successful applications for Remediation Contribution Orders for building safety defects in relation to the East Village, London, being the first time that such orders have been granted by the FTT following a contested hearing.
Advising Birmingham Airport on multiple projects and contracts forming part of its MasterPlan: investing 0.5 billion pounds over 15 years to meet anticipated growth in passenger numbers to 18m but 2022.
Advised Indurent/ Blackstone on a £525m senior debt facility to be utilised to finance the client's development pipeline. We advised on the development and construction-related aspects of the facility agreement, as well as providing reporting to the Lender on 500+ construction documents.
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Practice head
Michael O'Shea; Richard Green
Other key lawyers
Jessica Tresham; Daniel Wood; Sarah Dyer; Sue Ryan; Mark Stephenson; Paul Green; Ruth Griffin; Gemma Whittaker; Ian Sheppard