Construction - North West
What the Team is Known For
Eversheds Sutherland's respected construction team offers clients comprehensive legal advice on both contentious and non-contentious matters, most notably in the energy, utilities and infrastructure sectors. It often represents utility providers, public bodies and transport companies. It is also adept at advising on significant rail and power projects. The team is able to draw upon international resources to advise on disputes and transactions with cross-jurisdictional elements.
Strengths
"Eversheds are a very client-focused firm. They are very helpful, friendly and they have a good team."
"Eversheds have an extremely capable team with good industry experience and a great attitude. They consistently hit a high standard."
"They have a good breadth of experience and industry awareness. The team is flexible, attentive and provides good support on all matters."
Work Highlights
Eversheds Sutherland advised Network Rail Infrastructure Limited on a Midland Rail Hub alliance contract worth £1.5 billion.
Notable Practitioners
Simon Chamberlain advises a range of clients, including local authorities and utility companies, on both transactional and contentious construction matters. He is head of Eversheds Sutherland's construction and engineering team in the North. "Simon is an excellent construction lawyer who appreciates the commercial aspects of construction projects." "Simon is very approachable. He understands what we are trying to achieve and has always provided a positive outcome."
Gregory Buckley is an experienced construction lawyer who specialises in assisting clients with contentious issues. He is particularly adept at advising on defect, delay and final account disputes arising out of energy and infrastructure developments. "Gregory understands the bigger picture, helps us get there, and is always very responsive." "Gregory provides excellent service at a very high level of subject expertise."
