From its office in Leeds, Walker Morris LLP is a trusted advisor to the public and private sectors, with the firm acting on construction, infrastructure, and energy projects. Practice head Tom Peel has wide knowledge extending to industrial developments and modular construction. Jules Harbage is an expert in energy and infrastructure developments, while Carly Thorpe demonstrates aptitude in adjudication and construction disputes. Alastair Robertson is noted for his work on logistics and residential developments, and Alex Jones is engaged by clients in a variety of sectors including residential, BTR, and hospitality. Catherine Thompson is a name of note for developers and contractors seeking assistance on non-contentious matters.
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Key clients
- Port of Tilbury London Limited
- Gleeson Homes
- Gold Box CW Limited
- Starwood Capital Group
- Unite Group Plc
- Firethorn Trust
- Moda Living
- Leeds Bradford Airport Limited
- Lucozade Ribena Suntory Limited
- Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
Work highlights
Acting for Unite Group Plc on major new-build developments across England, including large-scale schemes in Newcastle, Stratford, London, Bristol and Lambeth, as well as a portfolio sale of nine properties valued at over £200m.
Acting for Port of Tilbury London Limited, a major UK port operator, on its expansion programme and multiple high-value and complex construction and engineering contracts for major port facilities and equipment.
Acting for build-to-rent (BTR) provider Moda Living on the design and construction of multiple, large-scale, new-build residential BTR schemes across the UK.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Next generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Carly Thorpe
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Alex Jones
Practice head
Tom Peel
Other key lawyers
Jules Harbage; Carly Thorpe; Alastair Robertson; Alex Jones; Catherine Thompson; Lucy Wild