Stuart Wilson

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About Stuart Wilson

If you work in the construction industry, whether on new builds, refurbishments, or retrofits, I can help you avoid costly disputes and resolve them efficiently if they arise. With over 20 years as a construction lawyer, my focus is on helping you to prevent disputes before they happen. By putting robust contracts and clear risk strategies in place from the start, you save time, reduce costs, and avoid stress later in your project. Strong contracts and proactive risk management not only reduce the chance of disputes but also give your lenders and investors confidence that your project is being well-managed. This can help you to secure development finance and keep your project on track. I can help you with: Drafting and negotiating contracts (bespoke and standard forms, including JCTs) Procurement and risk management Development finance Fit-out contracts I work with developers, contractors, sub-contractors, and funders across sectors, including housing, retail, office, hotel and leisure, and mixed-use developments. My experience includes large-scale retail expansions, landmark residential projects, major hotel refurbishments, and land transactions for hundreds of homes. I combine commercial awareness with a practical understanding of how the law applies on construction projects. My advice is legally sound, commercially practical, and tailored to your specific project needs, protecting your interests at every stage. When disputes cannot be avoided, I focus on helping you to reach a swift, amicable resolution that minimises disruption and avoids unnecessary litigation. I am also part of a specialist real estate legal team within gunnercooke, contributing my construction law expertise to the construction stage of complex projects within a team that supports clients across property acquisition, development, financing, management, and disposal. If you would like to discuss legal support for your next construction project, please get in touch. I would be happy to help.