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20 May 2020
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Trowers & Hamlins—Paul Scott

Firm appoints new construction partner
Trowers & Hamlins has recruited partner Paul Scott to its dispute resolution and litigation team in Birmingham.

Paul is a construction litigation specialist, with significant adjudication, arbitration and litigation experience. He has a track record of delivering successful outcomes in contentious construction matters, with significant recent experience complex and high value ‘post-Grenfell’ cladding claims; professional negligence actions; and subcontractor disputes.

Well known in the Midlands property and construction market, Paul is noted as a 'Rising Star' by the Legal 500.

A qualified lawyer of twelve years, Paul joins Trowers from Gateley.

Reflecting on his appointment, Paul commented: ‘Trowers & Hamlins is a firm renowned for its national litigation practice and strong reputation in the construction litigation sector and I am excited to be joining the team, bringing my experience to make a valuable contribution for further growth across the West Midlands and beyond.’

Paul Marco, partner and head of dispute resolution and litigation, added: ‘I am delighted to welcome Paul to the team. With his fantastic clients, contacts and reputation in the West Midlands and beyond, Paul is well positioned to add value to our offering and further develop our excellent reputation in the construction sector.’

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