With a breadth of knowledge across construction, energy, and infrastructure, CMS is noted for its work on building safety for developers, landlords, and asset managers. Practice co-head Fraser Askham is a key advisor on disputes in the infrastructure, construction, and energy sectors, and co-head Helen Johnson has been engaged in major development and regeneration work. Another key contact in the practice is Jenny Whipps, who has been engaged in defects disputes, whereas Katie Rider advises on development and regeneration schemes.
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Key clients
- Vita Group
- Tritax Big Box Development
- Harmony Works Trust
- Colas Limited
- Permasteelisa Group
- Scheldebouw B. V.
- Equans UK (Group)
- Mileway
- The University of Sheffield
- The Sheffield United Football Club Limited
- AECOM Limited
- Glasgow City Council
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, to deliver c2.1million square foot of space aimed at logistics, e-commerce and life sciences markets.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Fraser Askham; Helen Johnson
Other key lawyers
Jenny Whipps; Katie Rider