Construction: Contentious
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Band 2
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Chambers Review
DLA Piper has a prominent group noted for its representation of developers, suppliers, contractors and investors in both transactions and contentious matters. The firm frequently assists clients with claims involving delay damages, substantial defects and wrongful terminations. The team is also noted for its representation of clients in contract negotiations, in addition to its capacity to provide procurement and risk management advice. The firm receives significant instructions in relation to construction matters in a broad range of areas including the leisure, energy and residential development sectors.
Work Highlights
- DLA Piper advised CA Ventures on construction documentation and the construction aspects of the joint venture arrangement between CA Ventures and Harrison Street Real Estate, as well as the development financing with debt funders.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"DLA Piper provided proactive advice. We've had a very good experience with them on complicated construction disputes."
"DLA Piper handled very complex matters across multiple jurisdictions. They have been very responsive, with commercial acumen across the board."
"DLA Piper was well=resourced. They were sensible and pragmatic, adopting commercially astute positions."
"DLA Piper has a knowledgeable team. They are proactive and solution-oriented."
"DLA Piper provided proactive advice. We've had a very good experience with them on complicated construction disputes."
"DLA Piper handled very complex matters across multiple jurisdictions. They have been very responsive, with commercial acumen across the board."
"DLA Piper was well=resourced. They were sensible and pragmatic, adopting commercially astute positions."
"DLA Piper has a knowledgeable team. They are proactive and solution-oriented."
Notable Practitioners
Anna Mills is an experienced construction disputes lawyer who often represents energy clients in arbitrations and High Court litigation.
"Anna is great on the technical details."
"Anna is responsive, direct and gives her advice in a clear manner. She always makes working on complicated matters a bit easier."
"She provides hands-on, quick and high-quality support."
Peter Lowe regularly acts on behalf of developers, funders and purchasers on the non-contentious aspects of various domestic construction projects. He is particularly well-regarded for his experience in student accommodation, office and industrial premises developments.
"Peter is a very good lawyer."
"Peter provides cost effective advice which meets his clients' requirements."