Transport: Rail: Projects & Infrastructure
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 1
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Chambers Review
Addleshaw Goddard has a strong practice that is frequently sought out for its expertise in both rail-related infrastructure matters and rolling stock. It is also adept at advising on franchising concerns. The firm's clients include train operators, suppliers and public sector bodies.
Work Highlights
- Addleshaw Goddard advised Agility Trains with regard to the delivery of the Intercity Express Project.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Addleshaw Goddard have excellent bench strength across all of the legal issues we face as a client."
"Addleshaw Goddard have excellent bench strength across all of the legal issues we face as a client."
Notable Practitioners
Paul Hirst is head of the transport sector group at the firm and has established an excellent reputation in the market for his expertise in rolling stock procurement and franchising. He also has extensive experience advising on rail infrastructure projects.
"He is an encylopedia of rail knowledge, with his finger on the pulse of changes in regulation and political influences."
"Paul is a true market leader in the transport field."
"He has a knack of being able to break down complex and difficult issues into something more understandable and achievable."
Simon Gwynne has a strong reputation in the market and extensive experience in the rail sector. He regularly advises on rolling stock procurement, financing and leasing. Gwynne's impressive client base includes government bodies and financial institutions.
"Simon is an extremely good lawyer."
"Simon provides an excellent personal service."
Carla Hancock is a transport specialist who focuses her practice on rail infrastructure schemes, contract management and rolling stock work.
"Carla is a very good technical lawyer who really understands the rail sector."
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