DLA Piper‘s construction team is reputed for the depth of its expertise in real estate infrastructure projects, where the team is well versed in procurement preparation, and any arising contentious matters. The sectors in which the team excels include the energy, transport, nuclear and real estate spaces, where National Highways England and AXA are among the firm’s stellar client roster. Practice head Ian Doig is based in Sheffield and stands out in the field for his expertise in procurement matters in relation to energy and infrastructure construction projects. He is supported by Ben Peecock, who supports clients on the drafting of construction documentation and various other non-contentious matters, as well as Joanne Bennett at associate level.
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‘A team of well-seasoned professionals who always have a practical solution and sensible way forward no matter what is thrown at them.’
‘Ian Doig is very personable, understands our business needs and the constraints within which our business operates. There has been no issue that is too large or too little and the solutions are always commercially acceptable to us.’
‘The team were knowledgeable and provided expert advice on matters that even experienced real estate professionals struggle with. I'm happy with the attention to detail and client advice we received.’
‘Clear advice and overview of choices and implications. I feel our interests were well protected by Ian Doig of DLA.’
‘Very capable and approachable. Personable and professional. Always available. Understand our business. Explain matters in simple English. Standout individual: Ian Doig.’
‘DLA Piper's contentious construction practice are unflappable. In challenging conditions, they offer calm and clear advice with a focus on detail.’
‘Harriet Farrant (Senior Associate). Harriet is an exceptional lawyer. She has an unwavering commitment to her clients and a relentless eye for detail.’
Kernmandanten
- National Highways England
- The Trustees of the Victorian Quarter
- London National Exhibition Centre plc
- Boston Consulting Group
- Ark Data Centres
- ICE
- Atieva Inc
- MOD
- AXA
- Sytner Group
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising National Highways in relation to the Lower Thames Crossing project. The team is advising on the construction documentation.
- Advised Lucid on the delivery of a $1.5bn electric car manufacturing facility in KSA.
- Acting for Hain Frozen Foods Limited in a £9m court claim against the designer and installer of a bespoke pressurised ammonia refrigeration system, following the discovery of safety-critical defects and the emergency shut-down of the facility.
Anwält*innen
Führende Partner*innen
Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Partner*innen der nächsten Generation
Juniorpartner*innen, die im Markt von Mandanten und Wettbewerbern anerkannt werden und in einigen Mandaten eine Schlüsselrolle einnehmen.
Praxisleitung
Ian Doig
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Ben Peecock; Joanne Bennett; Harriet Farrant