Commercial development and construction

We offer expert and detailed advice on areas such as:

• agreements relating to the acquisition of sites including conditional contracts, options, joint ventures and overage provisions
• site assembly
• planning for businesses and infrastructure agreements 
• disposal following development (as well as advising on pre-let arrangements to end users we have a dedicated volume plot-selling capacity).

We are frequently mentioned in legal directories and peer reviews such as Chambers and Legal 500. The Legal 500 (2023) praises the team's "excellent speed of response, knowledge and pragmatism". One commenter notes "this is a practice which builds genuine and sucessful relationships with clients and other professionals. Its culture is open and collaborative, to the great benefit of client outcomes."

We can assist on all aspects of construction projects including the preparation or approval of all project documents including:

• building contracts and sub-contracts (industry standard or bespoke)
• consultants' appointments
• collateral warranties and third party rights
• performance bonds and parent company guarantees

We advise on disputes involving construction projects, including:

• disputes relating to:
  - the contract terms
  - final accounts including delay and extensions of time claims
  - defective work/remedial works.
• adjudication
• arbitration
• alternative dispute resolution
• professional negligence

Read more about our construction disputes resolution services. 

Charges are usually based on our hourly rates plus administrative charges and disbursements. We will provide you with an initial estimate of your likely legal costs and will update this as your requirements or the circumstances of the work change.

We may also be able to offer fixed priced options for clients depending on their budget and the size, type and complexity of the work involved.

We would be pleased to discuss your requirements free of charge and tailor a costs proposal accordingly.