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Clarke Willmott—James Badger

09 July 2025
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Construction team strengthened with partner hire in Manchester
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has appointed James Badger as a partner in its expanding construction team. With 15 years of experience in construction law, James brings expertise across a wide range of sectors including education, retail, residential, and healthcare.

James has a strong background in delivering construction contracts for Court of Protection clients, bespoke builds, and major refurbishment projects. He frequently advises developers on multi-million pound schemes and supports tenants with fit-out contracts. ‘The team has a stellar reputation and delivers great work for its clients,’ he said.

Based primarily in the firm’s Manchester office, James will support clients nationwide. He added: ‘I look forward to putting this skill set to good use for both existing and future clients and exploring the many opportunities that I have already seen.’

James Driver, head of the construction team, welcomed the appointment, saying: ‘James brings a wealth of experience to the team… we are delighted to have him onboard.’ He will work closely with partner James Williams to grow the non-contentious side of the practice, which advises across sectors including green energy, infrastructure, and social housing.

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