Company Research Report: Hawkswell Kilvington
Company Overview
Name: Hawkswell Kilvington
Mission: To provide specialist legal services to the construction and engineering industries with a focus on pragmatic, commercial, and cost-effective solutions.
Founded: No information is available.
Founders: No information is available.
Key People:
- Thomas Salter, Partner
- Daniel Silberstein, Partner
- Rachel Heald, Partner
- Prudence Walton, Associate
- Samantha Murkitt, Associate
Headquarters:
- 2nd Floor, 3150 Century Way, Thorpe Park, Leeds, LS15 8ZB
- London Office: 28 Queen Street, London, EC4R 1BB (by appointment only)
Number of Employees: No information is available.
Revenue: No information is available.
Known For: Specializing in construction and engineering law, providing legal advice and solutions in areas ranging from contract procurement and negotiation through to dispute resolution.
Products and Services
Services Offered:
1. Dispute Resolution:
- Adjudication
- Mediation
- Arbitration
- Litigation
- Expert determination
2. Contract Solutions:
- Drafting and advising on construction contracts
- Bespoke contracts
- Sub-contracts, warranties, and bonds
- Novation agreements and third-party rights
3. Building Safety:
- Advice on liabilities for cladding-related works
- Advice on Building Safety Act compliance
4. Services for Solicitors:
- Construction law support for law firms without in-house expertise
Key Features of Services:
- High level of partner involvement
- Tailored advice for construction disputes
- Experience with all forms of construction contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC)
- Personal service and accessibility to clients
Recent Developments
Recent Awards:
- Won Boutique Law Firm of the Year (Outside of London) at the Legal Business Awards 2024
- Finalists in three categories at the Yorkshire Legal Awards 2024:
- Law Firm of the Year: Small
- Niche Law Firm of the Year
- Partner of the Year: Rachel Heald
Promotions:
- Prudence Walton promoted to Associate in the contentious department.
- Samantha Murkitt promoted to Associate in the non-contentious department.
Partnerships and New Offerings:
- No specific information on new partnerships.
- Continued development and release of new amendments to standard construction contracts such as JCT, NEC3, and NEC4.
Conclusion
Hawkswell Kilvington has positioned itself as a niche firm with a significant focus on providing top-tier legal services to the construction and engineering sectors. With numerous awards and recognitions, the firm demonstrates both industry prestige and a client-focused service model, emphasizing partner involvement and pragmatic solutions in construction law.
