What can I do for you

Nick advises clients on the procurement, delivery and management of major infrastructure, transport and clean energy assets. Optimum risk allocation and long term relationships between counterparties are key factors in Nick's work. He has particular longstanding experience of PFI projects and is currently advising the public and private sectors on operational matters and handback/expiry. In the renewables and net zero space, he is currently active on a range of projects including solar, BESS and heat networks. He also has nuclear sector experience.

Nick co-leads the firm’s Energy sector group.

What do others say

Nick won 'Projects Lawyer of the Year' at the 2023 Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards.

Nick regularly features in Legal Directories. Legal 500 2021 describes him as "a trusted pair of hands who is able to turn his skills to many different sectors and issues."

What else should you know?

Nick is a keen mountaineer, runner, occasional triathlete and open water swimmer. He is also a qualified junior rugby union and cricket coach. He is a trustee for his local cricket club and library, and is a blood donor.

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