Clifford Chance LLP‘s ‘compelling non-contentious construction offering’ is adept at handling the full spectrum of transactional construction matters, with capabilities spanning procurement, financing, and contractual work. The broadly experienced team operates across the energy, infrastructure, and technology sectors. Practice head Sandy Hall sports extensive expertise handling energy transition and new technology projects. Edward Bretherton is well-versed in advising a broad client base on procurement matters, while Leo Rudolph‘s practice focuses on both domestic and international energy and infrastructure projects. Iain Suttie joined the team from Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP in March 2025, bolstering the group’s offering to domestic developers.

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP is geared to handle a broad range of non-contentious construction mandates, regularly being instructed on high-value and large-scale projects across the energy, infrastructure, and real estate sectors. The team supports a diverse client base of multinational corporates, governments, and both domestic and international developers. Practice head Tim Healey regularly provides strategic procurement advice on high profile projects across industry sectors, both domestically and abroad. Nicholas Downing continues to cover a myriad of construction projects spanning the transport, real estate, and energy segments. Matthew Bool, whose practice focuses on domestic commercial and mixed-use real estate developments, is regularly supported by Lauren Morrison. John Patrick Attlee also supports the team.

Pinsent Masons LLP has assembled a robust non-contentious construction offering that caters to a diverse client base of employers, developers, and contractors. The team regularly acts on high-profile and high-value projects both domestically and internationally across the energy, real estate, and transport sectors. Department head John Woolley specialises in advising on energy and infrastructure projects. Anne-Marie Friel's practice focuses on large-scale infrastructure projects across the transport and energy sectors. Rob Morson is well-acquainted with the intricacies of the construction, procurement, and development of energy and mining projects, while Jonathan Hart is relied upon for his expertise drafting and negotiating construction contracts. Kofi Atta assists on major domestic commercial and residential real estate developments.

Possessing a deep bench of highly knowledgeable non-contentious construction lawyers, A&O Shearman continues to provide a multi-faceted client offering, handling financing, contractual drafting, and procurement on an array of high-value developments. The practice specialises in handling energy projects, with specialisms in both the renewable and conventional power spheres. Group lead Troy Edwards regularly acts for lenders, contractors, and governments on domestic and international energy and infrastructure projects. Alexander Chenery sports extensive expertise in delivering high-profile domestic and international energy projects, while Jason Symington is sought after for his proficiency in drafting and negotiating construction contracts.

The ‘commercially astute’ non-contentious construction team at Addleshaw Goddard is instructed across the full-spectrum of real estate projects including commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments. The practice receives mandates from a varied client base of insurers, contractors, and funders. Andrew McVeigh fronts the department and is regularly tasked on residential development and student accommodation projects. Luke Baines‘ practice serves both domestic and international clients from the leisure and commercial real estate sectors. Julia Court is frequently sought after among contractors, developers, and funders, while Alex Hirom bolsters the team’s offering for international energy projects. Sam Cary is an authority on residential real estate development.

Praised for supporting clients to create ‘innovative commercial and legal outcomes’ which help deliver construction projects, Ashurst is well-equipped to handle mandates from the energy, transport, and real estate sectors. The group leverages cross-sector expertise to serve as a key port of call for contractors, developers, and public authorities. Practice lead Ben Patton is a recognised authority across the logistics, infrastructure, and life sciences sectors. Nicholas Hilder is particularly focused on procurement strategy matters, while Chris Whitehouse is a key contact among clients from the energy and real estate sectors. Matt Pearson is regularly instructed to assist on the transactional aspects of commercial and mixed-use developments.

Baker McKenzie is praised for offering ‘truly global construction coverage’ spanning the energy, infrastructure, and technology sectors. The experienced team support a diverse client base of developers, investors, and contractors. Group lead Mike Webster has an established practice advising on the development of high-profile energy, mining, and infrastructure projects. Rhiannon Williams handles a wealth of advisory work for project owners, investors, and contractors, while Tania Arora specialises on the transactional aspects of projects across the UK, EMEA, and Asia.

The non-contentious construction team at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is capable of acting for a varied client base of investors, developers, and multinational corporates, particularly across the energy and the commercial and residential real estate sectors. Practice head Gareth Stringer advises high-profile developers and property companies on procurement and project management matters. Nazir Dewji acts for an array of developers and lenders on large-scale real estate developments, while Kimberly Roberts has an established practice specialising in industrial, infrastructure, and engineering projects. Freya Scott regularly assists in drafting and negotiating construction contracts on large-scale developments.

Clyde & Co demonstrates a robust non-contentious construction offering, acting for a breadth of clients across the energy, transport, and commercial real estate sectors. The team is regularly instructed by a range of clients including contractors, public authorities, and developers. John Morris leads the practice and is entrusted by both domestic and international clients for his cross-sector experience. Victoria Peckett is regularly tasked with advising on major projects across the transport, infrastructure, and defence spaces. Will Cooper has amassed considerable experience across the residential and commercial real estate sectors, while Nisha Nyunt is a key contact among a range of contractors.

The non-contentious construction team CMS regularly acts on high-profile logistics, real estate, and infrastructure projects. The team’s extensive experience sees them receive instructions from institutional investors, contractors, and public authorities across a breadth of industry sectors. Practice head David Parton assists on mandates from domestic and international clients regarding data centres, commercial real estate developments and urban regeneration projects. Alistair McGrigor is noted for his experience in negotiating and drafting construction contracts, while Karen Clarke is regularly instructed by institutional investors and developers. The practice also benefits from the expertise of Rebecca Prigg, who focuses on complex real estate development projects.

Linklaters LLP boasts a robust client offering covering the full spectrum of non-contentious construction matters, including financing, procurement and contractual suites. The team acts for a broad range of clients from the energy, transport, and manufacturing sectors. Team leadership is shared between Andrew Penfold - who remains a key port of call for public authorities, investors, and contractors from the UK and abroad - and Richard Coar - who is regularly instructed on developments arising out of the energy sector. Harith Canna is well-versed in the intricacies of procurement and contractual strategies.

The non-contentious construction team at Mishcon de Reya LLP handles the full spectrum of major commercial and residential real estate projects, acting for developers, investors, and pension funds. The team is jointly led by Marc Hanson, who is a recognised authority on contracting and procurement advice, and Simon Hunter, who acts for an array of contractors, developers, and property owners. Adriano Amorese has an established practice in the life sciences, data centre, and power segments. Justine Ayto‘s practice covers high-value residential and commercial real estate developments, while Phoebe McLarty focuses on risk mitigation on complex developments. Charlotte Braine acts for developers and investors from the commercial real estate sector.

Reed Smith LLP‘s non-contentious construction practice takes on high profile mandates from the energy, infrastructure, and technology sectors. Predominantly acting for developers, the team regularly advises on transactional, contractual, and procurement mandates. Practice head Richard Ceeney has an established practice advising on the transactional aspects of domestic and international construction projects. Laura Riddeck is a leading choice for developers within the renewable energy and shipping sectors, while Kyle Sethi holds considerable experience advising on procurement and contractual strategies for commercial real estate projects.

Combining ‘expert technical advice with an understanding of the commercial realities’, Slaughter and May assists on a wide variety of developments spanning the energy, leisure, and real estate sectors. The group demonstrates particular strength on procurement, financing, and contractual mandates. Practice head Tom Inker specialises in handling the construction of high-profile stadia. Richard Todd is well-placed to advise on major domestic and international developments across the energy and infrastructure sectors, while Jodi Wilson handles a growing volume of renewable energy projects.

Acting on a range of major infrastructure projects both domestically and abroad, Vinson & Elkins RLLP is a key port of call for a diverse array of funders and developers, particularly in the energy, real estate, and manufacturing sectors. The practice is chaired by contentious construction, engineering and energy expert Roberta Downey and non-contentious lead Andrew Nealon, who has an established practice advising on high profile energy and infrastructure projects. Killan de Cintré specialises in the transactional aspects of project development.

Burges Salmon LLP is geared to handle a broad range of construction projects arising out of the energy, transport, and utilities sectors. The practice boasts capabilities across the full spectrum of non-contentious work, assisting on contractual drafting and negotiations, procurement, and financing for domestic and international clients. Group lead Steven James is sought-after by a range of clients for his expertise drafting and negotiating construction contracts. Lloyd James is familiar with the intricacies of high value renewable energy projects, while James Horton‘s practice focuses on the development and financing of projects in the energy and transport sectors. Nia Stewart is praised for her ‘technical acumen’ and is regularly instructed on public sector projects.

Acting for a diverse client base of public authorities, developers, and contractors, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is well-placed to advise on all aspects of non-contentious construction mandates, particularly within the energy, transport and commercial real estate sectors. Practice head David Savage‘s practice comprises contractual work for a roster of public authorities, employers, and contractors. Steven Carey specialises in advising clients on procurement strategy matters, while Marie Randall demonstrates a strong body of work for developers. Christopher Busaileh is active across the commercial real estate sector.

Noted by clients for its combination of ‘legal expertise and business acumen’, Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP is well-placed to advise on the full spectrum of non-contentious construction mandates across industry sectors. Under the leadership of Jonathan Douglas, the group acts for a diverse client base of developers, institutional investors, and manufacturers. Lucy Chadwick has an established practice advising clients from the technology and commercial real estate sectors, while Richard Streeter fronts the team’s energy sector offering. Claire de Joux‘s expertise lies in contractual matters.

Fenwick Elliott LLP houses a team of ‘specialist construction lawyers’ well-positioned to advise a roster of clients, including contractors, employers, and governments. The multi-faceted team is capable of handing major construction projects arising out of the energy, infrastructure, and real estate sectors. The team’s leadership is split between David Bebb, who has an established practice advising domestic and international clients on contract and procurement strategies, and Jatinder Garcha, who is acting on a growing volume of renewables projects. Mark Pantry regularly works on domestic and international infrastructure projects, while Andrew Jeffcoat is sought-after among institutional investors, developers, and public authorities.

Fieldfisher boasts a varied client base encompassing public authorities, contractors, and developers, demonstrating extensive expertise in relation to major domestic PFI projects across the education and health sectors. Dan Preston leads the team and specialises in advising on the contractual aspects of high profile infrastructure projects. Cecily Davis handles projects arising out of the transport and energy segments, while Christina Cheriyan supports clients across the logistics and commercial real estate sectors.

The non-contentious construction team at Gowling WLG is sought-after among a varied client base of developers, contractors, and institutional investors within the commercial real estate, transport, and energy sectors. Practice head Philip Baker is noted for his skill advising on procurement strategy and project delivery for a range of clients in the real estate space. Richard Green has an established practice advising a roster of developers and funders, while Mark Stephenson is active across the logistics and real estate sectors. Ruth Griffin is relied on by an array of public authorities, contractors, and developers.

HFW handles high-value developments across the energy and transport sectors, advising leading contractors on major international infrastructure projects. Leadership is split between Michael Sergeant and Max Wieliczko, who chair the global and London construction teams respectively. Richard Booth is regularly instructed on renewable energy projects including wind and solar assets. Tom Hutchison joined the team from Freshfields in May 2024 and is a key contact for clients in the shipping sector.

Praised for its ‘great expertise and profound knowledge’, K&L Gates LLP is well-versed across domestic and international construction projects in the energy, real estate, and transport sectors. The group is regularly instructed by a diverse client base of contractors, employers, and funders. The practice is jointly steered by Matthew Smith, who leads the energy and transport construction offering, and Kevin Greene who specialises in domestic commercial real estate developments. Nicola Ellis regularly receives mandates from the oil and gas and renewable energy sectors, while Daniel Lopez de Arroyabe‘s practice focuses on the rail industry. Both private and public sector clients turn to Inga Hall for her expertise on procurement strategy and contractual arrangements.

Macfarlanes LLP covers a myriad of non-contentious issues spanning transactional, regulatory and contractual mandates, predominantly working on major domestic real estate projects. The teams acts for investors, consultants and developers, under the supervision of Building Safety Act expert Angus Dawson. Radhika Shah has an established practice advising on procurement strategies, while Rebecca Whatman is sought-after for her experience drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts.

Mayer Brown International LLP supports clients in a wide range of non-contentious construction matters spanning the real estate, energy, and mining sectors. Under the leadership of Michael Regan, the practice is well-equipped to handle a diverse client base of developers, contractors, and funders. Jonathan Hosie leads mandates across the traditional and renewable energy spheres, while Jonathan Stone is routinely instructed by developers, contractors, and architects. Sean Hummerstone is active on major domestic and international infrastructure projects.

With specialities spanning the energy, infrastructure, and real estate sectors, Norton Rose Fulbright is well-placed to handle the full spectrum of non-contentious mandates. The broad, team under the joint leadership of Robert Marsh and Donald Warnock, is capable of handling instructions from contractors, consultants, and financiers. Andrew Buisson has an established practice focused on PFI and PPP arrangements. Wasim Khan has a diverse client base of developers, investors, and funders, while Rae Ahmed is routinely instructed on real estate development financing.

Praised for ‘providing accurate and commercial advice’, Simmons & Simmons demonstrates a breadth of expertise on commercial, residential, and data centre developments. Under the leadership of Iain Duncan, the practice has established itself as a leading choice for a roster of institutional developers. Marianne Toghill is frequently sought-after by developers and funders for her considerable experience across urban regeneration, data centre, and commercial real estate projects. Trevor Cosgrove is active on the transactional aspects of an array of real estate developments, while Duncan Athol‘s practice is focused on the impacts of the Building Safety Act and procurement strategies.

Trowers & Hamlins LLP fields 'diligent and detailed' construction experts within the real estate, life sciences, and leisure sectors. Practice chair Stephanie Canham primarily advises a mix of residential and commercial real estate developers. A number of developers and contractors seek out Paul Bartter for his expertise in negotiating and drafting construction documentation, while Assad Maqbool is active on construction projects in the education sector.

With capabilities spanning the full-spectrum of non-contentious work, Watson Farley & Williams LLP is well-placed to advise on a range of major developments arising out of the energy, real estate, and transport sectors. Practice head Martin Lucas focuses his practice on advising on the construction aspects of domestic and global offshore wind projects. Emmanuel Ninos regularly receives mandates from a roster of developers and contractors, while Barry Hembling acts for domestic and international clients across the commercial and residential real estate segments.

Wedlake Bell LLP is well-versed with all manner of construction mandates spanning the education, technology, and entertainment sectors. The team is led by the ‘outstanding’ Sarah Elliott, who leverages her knowledge of the Building Safety Act to act for a number of commercial and residential real estate clients. Ed Phillips leads on work within the technology and life sciences sector, while Suzanne Reeves‘ practice focuses on assisting developers in the senior living sector.

Boasting ‘advanced knowledge within the construction and built environment sector’, the non-contentious construction team at Beale & Co acts on domestic and international infrastructure projects across the real estate and transport sectors. The team is led by Will Buckby, who is regularly instructed on international rail and highway projects. Andrew Croft‘s practice specialises on the contractual issues that arise out of developments, while Peter Kitson is entrusted to advise on transactional and procurement mandates.

Bevan Brittan LLP has an established practice advising government bodies, local authorities, and public service providers on public sector construction mandates. The cross-disciplinary team is also advising on a growing volume of private sector projects, representing a number of major national contractors. Leadership is divided between Andrew Tobin, who acts primarily in the education, health, and social care sectors, and Louise Robling, whose client base includes both contractors and employers. Jonathan Turner is highlighted for his experience advising on procurement strategies, while Nathan Bradberry‘s practice spans both the public and private sector.

With a strategic focus on the commercial and residential real estate sectors, the non-contentious construction team at Devonshires Solicitors LLP handles instructions from an array of developers, local authorities, and housing associations. Leadership is split between the group construction head Mark London and non-contentious lead Asif Patel, who is sought after by a roster of developers, institutional investors, and local authorities. Sasha Pirbhai is regularly tasked on major commercial and residential real estate developments, while Jamie Leonard is active on PFI and PPP projects.

Farrer & Co is capable of acting in multiple aspects of non-contentious construction mandates, including financing, contractual negotiation and drafting, and procurement strategies. The practice is regularly instructed by an array of developers and investors from the commercial and residential real estate sector. Leadership is split between Clare Reddy, who is active in the mixed use development and regeneration space, and Edward Banyard Smith, who handles instructions from high-net-worth individuals, charities, and cultural institutions. Philippa Shutter sports extensive expertise representing investors, developers, and contractors.

Recognised by clients as being ‘commercially savvy’ and ‘client-focused’, the non-contentious construction team at Fladgate LLP has a broad practice encompassing the commercial real estate, leisure, and manufacturing sectors. Led by Jo Kelly, the team assists a diverse client base of developers, funds, and contractors. Olivia Bateman is well-acquainted with the intricacies of the entire lifecycle of a commercial real estate project. Elliot Lewis acts for an array of consultants and contractors, while David Weare‘s portfolio of work covers the PFI and PPP market.

The ‘highly experienced’ team at Forsters LLP is well-equipped to handle mandates from a range of developers and investors in the commercial real estate industry. The group is led by Sarah Cook, who is advising on a growing volume of residential real estate developments. Emily Holdstock drives the practice’s life sciences offering, while Richard Spring is regularly instructed on major residential and student accommodation developments. Daniel Burr specialises in complex multi-party development projects.

The ‘extremely knowledgeable’ public sector specialists at Sharpe Pritchard LLP are geared to handle a broad range of instructions concerning the built environment and transport projects for a roster of local authorities, county councils, and central government bodies. Practice chair Justin Mendelle covers a myriad of non-contentious construction mandates including major infrastructure projects and town centre regenerations. Jane Crees advises on highways and transportation projects, while the ‘commercially astute’ Rachel Murray-Smith supports clients on a wide range of procurement and contractual matters.

The non-contentious construction team at Taylor Wessing LLP specialises in the energy, real estate and leisure sectors. Under the leadership of Jonathan Hutt, the group acts for an array of developers, contractors, and funders. Matthew Jones brings his experience to bear on a number of projects in the energy, technology, and life sciences sectors. David Quinlan is driving the firm’s PFI and PPP offering, while Sam Cave-Browne-Cave is sought after by developers and funders for his contractual expertise.

Boasting a ‘broad capability across a variety of markets and sectors’, Browne Jacobson LLP is well-positioned to support contractors, investors, and public authorities on a range of major national developments. Practice head Tim Claremont focuses on contractual strategies in the utilities sector. Bethan Ellis-Jones represents a roster of contractors and developers, while Valentina Tosato guides her diverse client base through the transactional and contractual aspects of property developments.

With specialisms handling remediation works as a result of building and fire safety legislation, Edwin Coe LLP is a key contact to a breadth of developers, funders, and contractors. The team is led by Brenna Baye, who offers extensive expertise into the impacts of the Building Safety Act and supports ultra-high-net worth individuals in the residential real estate sector. Transactional work is at the heart of Nik Haria‘s practice, while Zoe Burton regularly assists clients in contractual mandates.

With a strong track record across the energy, transport, and real estate sectors, Hill Dickinson LLP is well-geared to handle the full lifecycle of a construction project. Leadership is split between David Rintoul, who is regularly instructed by a range of developers, contractors, and sub-contractors, and Alan Pugh, who advises on residential, regeneration, and energy projects. Sam Nichols joined the team from Maples Teesdale LLP in January 2025 and has amassed considerable experience handling the transactional aspects of construction projects.

Howard Kennedy LLP supports clients in a wide range of non-contentious construction mandates with a particular focus on regeneration projects and residential real estate developments. Practice chair Jeffrey Brown is sought after by an array of developers, contractors, and subcontractors. James Stewart leverages his real estate expertise to support clients on the financing of residential and commercial developments, while Michael Weissman is regularly instructed to advise on urban regeneration, housebuilding, and cladding remediation projects.

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP handles the full-spectrum of non-contentious construction matters, regularly being tasked with major projects arising out of the housing, care home, and energy sectors. Practice chair Peter Massey is active across the commercial and residential real estate segments, with recent focuses on major regeneration and housing development schemes. Robert Turner is particularly familiar with PPP agreements, while James Hallas drives the group’s energy and care home sector offering.

Providing advice on a range of large-scale engineering, infrastructure, and real estate developments, Stephenson Harwood is well-equipped to handle a full spectrum of non-contentious construction mandates in the energy, transport, and retail sectors. The practice is jointly led by Graeme Barton, who acts for a roster of developers, contractors, and funders, and Navpreet Atwal, who specialises in advising on energy and infrastructure projects. Richard Pike is a key contact for retail, office, and education sector developments.

Owing to its broad sector knowledge, TLT specialises in its advice on the development of renewable energy and transport projects. Under the leadership of Simon Goss, the firm is relied upon by a roster of private and public sector clients. Nick Pincott‘s practice centres on both domestic and international renewable energy projects, while Patrick Sweeney demonstrates a strong track-record acting on JV arrangements, PFI, and PPP projects.

Acting for a range of residential, commercial, and public sector developers, Winckworth Sherwood LLP is adept at handling the full range of non-contentious construction mandates. The team is led by Eleanor Kilminster, whose practice focuses on acting for contractors, developers, and local authorities on large-scale residential and mixed-use developments. Charis Beverton has amassed considerable experience advising on building and fire safety issues, while Alexandra Reid regularly handles construction contract preparation and negotiations.