Peter is a highly experienced construction lawyer and has advised clients on projects and dispute resolution both in the UK and internationally. His advisory work has included assisting governments and government entities, local authorities, lenders, consortia and concession companies, developers, engineers and contractors. Peter has extensive knowledge of the principal sectors engaged with the construction…
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Michael Comba
Michael advises clients on contentious and non-contentious construction matters concerning all major standard forms of contract, including JCT and NEC, and also advises on PFI contracts. He takes a problem-solving approach with clients; providing straightforward advice that offers practical solutions. Before training at Sharpe Pritchard, he worked as a parliamentary assistant to a Member of…
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Melanie Blake
Melanie Blake joined Sharpe Pritchard as a solicitor in the Construction team in October 2020. Melanie specialises primarily in construction and engineering dispute resolution and is experienced in acting for clients in adjudications as well as the pre-action stages of litigation. She regularly advises on standard form construction contracts, including the JCT and NEC, PFI…
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Laura Campbell
Since qualifying into the construction team, Laura has developed expertise across a range of non-contentious matters. Laura approaches her work in a diligent manner to ensure her clients enjoy positive outcomes. Whether it is a new instruction or repeat work for an existing client, Laura utilises her experience dealing with non-contentious matters to find cost-effective…
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Mari Roberts
Mari is a litigation specialist with a wealth of experience in advising public authorities and private clients in a wide range of disputes across all civil tribunals. She leads a team dealing with housing and landlord and tenant disputes, primarily advising local authorities and housing associations. Her practice covers residential tenancies commercial leases and property…
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David Owens
David is a specialist construction disputes lawyer, with over 14 years’ experience and with considerable expertise in dispute resolution in the PFI/PPP forum. David’s other focus is on dispute resolution in the IT sector, and he previously worked as an IT consultant prior to his career in the law. David offers commercial, pragmatic advice, and…
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Justin Mendelle
Justin trained and taught as an economist before qualifying as a lawyer. He brings a range of skills and expertise to his role as a trusted adviser. His areas of expertise are construction, procurement and disputes. Justin advises on all aspects of construction law, from major infrastructure and development projects to town centre regenerations. He…
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