With both contentious and non-contentious capabilities, CMS is a leading figure in energy, projects, and construction. The contentious practice is led by Fraser Askham, who specialises in high-value disputes across infrastructure, energy, healthcare and leisure projects. On the non-contentious side, Helen Johnson leads the team advising on large-scale project portfolios and complex contractual arrangements for major developments. The team acts for a broad client base spanning contractors, public bodies and institutional investors.
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Key clients
- Vita Group
- Tritax Big Box Development
- Colas Limited
- Permasteelisa Group
- Scheldebouw B. V.
- Equans UK (Group)
- Mileway
- The University of Sheffield
- The Sheffield United Football Club Limited
- Lendlease Construction (Europe) Limited
- AECOM Limited
- Bailey Total Envelope Solutions
Work highlights
Advising Land Securities Group plc on procurement, construction documents and related issues associated with the £1.5 billion redevelopment of Mayfield, Manchester.
Advising Vita Group in relation to its £245m redevelopment of Goods Station, Birmingham.
Advising Columbia Threadneedle regarding the development of a c150 acre site adjacent to the north of Stansted airport.
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Practice head
Fraser Askham; Helen Johnson