BRIDGES
Bridges present unique property and infrastructure challenges, from ownership and access rights to maintenance obligations and redevelopment projects. We support clients in navigating these legal complexities, ensuring that bridge-related property matters are managed smoothly and securely.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Advised on the acquisition of land through compulsory purchase and negotiation from multiple owners in order to facilitate the construction of a bridge over a bypass.
Secured planning permission to build a bridge over a major bypass.
Advised on the acquisition of land for the construction of a bridge over a mainline railway.
Advised on the public inquiry process following multiple objections to a bridge being built.
Secured Statutory Bridge Orders for multiple sites.
Legal issues that may arise
Land acquisitions.
Compulsory purchases.
Planning permissions and obligation.
The acquisition of Statutory Bridge Orders.
Advising, negotiating and drafting construction contracts including FIDIC, NEC, IChemE, GC/ Works, JCT, ICE, RIBA and RICS.
Works procurement methods, timetables and design and construction methods.
Construction dispute matters including delay of works.
Environmental law issues including environmental risk management.
Complex leases of land including river beds and moorings.
THE LEADING UK REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM
We are the UK’s largest and most experienced specialist real estate law firm, trusted by leading clients in the property sector for over 25 years.
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With over 75+ senior lawyers, each bringing an average of 25 years’ post-qualification experience from top-tier private practice and in-house roles, we offer unparalleled expertise across the full range of real estate legal services — including commercial property, planning, construction, environment, real estate finance, property litigation, and more.
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Our exclusive focus on real estate law uniquely positions us to support fellow professional services firms through our Real Estate Support solution. We deliver specialist legal expertise to the UK Top 30, silver circle firms, US Top 50, and the Big Four.
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Whether you’re a developer, investor, occupier, institution, or advisor, we provide clear, commercial, and responsive legal advice — helping you to get the job done.