Construction: Non-contentious
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 4
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Provided by Slaughter and May
Our construction team advises sponsors and contractors on all procurement, construction and operation aspects of real estate developments, infrastructure assets, energy projects and public-private partnerships. We are known for advising on high profile, complex and technically challenging projects.
We provide both contentious and non-contentious advice on projects in the United Kingdom and around the world. Our team is well recognised for providing industry leading advice on the most sophisticated projects. Our practice includes advising on:
construction procurement (including traditional, design and build, construction management and management contracting methods)
bid evaluations, ITTs and tender returns, public procurement procedures and state aid rules
the full range of construction and engineering contracts including JCT, NEC, FIDIC, ICE and bespoke EPC and EPCM contracts
concession agreements (including project agreements for PFI projects) and construction delivery/construction management agreements
professional appointments, operation and maintenance agreements and technical services agreements
all aspects of project finance, bridging finance and equity contribution agreements
Having acted on each of the last three major stadia projects in the United Kingdom, we have developed market-leading expertise advising on major sporting facilities and associated infrastructure.
Chambers Review
Slaughter and May demonstrates impressive experience representing purchaser-side clients in high-value construction and engineering projects, assisting predominantly with procurement strategy and contract negotiation. The team frequently advises clients in the property, energy and retail sectors. Its lawyers are also well equipped to advise on large stadium projects.
Work Highlights
- Slaughter and May advised Everton Football Club on the construction of the Club’s new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock and the redevelopment of Goodison Park.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Slaughter and May quickly understood the matter and provided clear advice. It is very responsive at all times and understands the technical aspects and balances this with commerciality."
"Slaughter and May has very good understanding of the challenges faced with the project. It has a strong bench strength and is timely, detailed and knowledgeable."
"Slaughter and May is knowledgeable in large complex construction projects that include bank funding."
"Slaughter and May is innovative at finding workable solutions to complex problems. It is very responsive."
"Slaughter and May regularly communicated in relation to commercial drivers. It has excellent experience in the area and is highly responsive, communicative and proactive."
"Slaughter and May quickly understood the matter and provided clear advice. It is very responsive at all times and understands the technical aspects and balances this with commerciality."
"Slaughter and May has very good understanding of the challenges faced with the project. It has a strong bench strength and is timely, detailed and knowledgeable."
"Slaughter and May is knowledgeable in large complex construction projects that include bank funding."
"Slaughter and May is innovative at finding workable solutions to complex problems. It is very responsive."
"Slaughter and May regularly communicated in relation to commercial drivers. It has excellent experience in the area and is highly responsive, communicative and proactive."
Notable Practitioners
Tom Inker is head of the firm's UK real estate construction team. He assists developers with procurement and contractual aspects of various developments, including transport infrastructure, hotels, offices and retail spaces. He has a particularly strong reputation for his work advising on the construction of sports stadiums.
"Tom gives excellent legal advice at all times. He has a technical understanding. He provides the context to clear advice with considerations for the commercial situation."
"Tom was incredibly valuable.His knowledge, experience and understanding of complex issues were of great help to the project."
"Tom understands our commercial drivers and is very good at thinking on his feet during fast-paced negotiations."
"Tom has a great depth of experience. He is pragmatic, flexible and user-friendly."
"Tom Inker was very strong, and demonstrated not only commercial awareness in terms of the legal aspect, but also great client management skills."
Chloe Halloran is a senior associate in the firm's construction team. She regularly advises on high-profile commercial developments, both in the UK and abroad.
"Chloe has technical knowledge. Her service is excellent, with deliverables always in advance of deadlines and actions taken to keep projects moving forward."
"We found Chloe to be knowledgeable, passionate and very aligned to our thinking. She was a great help during complex negotiations and played a key role."
"Chloe is excellent to work with. She listened and responded to our diverse range of requirements and delivered contracts that matched our needs."
"Chloe is an excellent lawyer. She is very organised and hardworking."
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