Construction - South West
What the Team is Known For
DAC Beachcroft acts for public and private sector clients on matters concerning energy, healthcare and residential developments. The firm is widely sought after for its ability to defend claims for major insurers, including those alleging professional negligence. The team also has a strong presence in the non-contentious sector, which includes acting for major national house-builders on large projects in the South West.
Strengths
"DAC's service has been faultless. Our matters are complex, yet the advice that has been provided throughout has been simple, thorough, commercial and clear."
"We found the DAC lawyers extremely helpful and proactive in all that they do. The team's professionalism and experience is exemplary. They are protecting our best interests, financially, throughout."
"The timing of responses from the team has been immediate and the quality of advice always accurate, ensuring successful completion."
Work Highlights
DAC Beachcroft advised Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust on a variety of projects relating to the proposed Evelina Children's Hospital Expansion.
Notable Practitioners
Ben Thornycroft leads the DAC Beachcroft team and is adept at advising on procurement and contractual matters relating to a wide array of construction projects. He regularly takes the lead on large residential and regeneration schemes as well as hospital, office and industrial developments. "Ben works tirelessly in protecting our interests." "Ben Thornycroft provides very good service and commercial awareness."
Ben Thomas is a senior associate who deals with the non-contentious construction elements of development projects, frequently acting for NHS trusts, investors, contractors and developers. His experience includes assisting on major infrastructure, residential and student accommodation projects. "Ben Thomas is knowledgeable and very helpful." "Ben's advice is always very good and very practical. He is responsive and helpful and will always explain items so that the client understands."
Kai von Pahlen has both contentious and non-contentious construction expertise that spans a range of developments. He regularly acts for local councils, utility companies and banks, among other clients. "Kai von Pahlen displays a very good awareness of construction law."
