Osborne Clarke LLP has a substantial and dedicated rail practice, which handles a broad range of issues. Areas of focus include advising on rail franchise and concession agreements, as well as advising on fares and ticketing reform. It is also highly regarded for its work on a range of rail procurement disputes. The practice is recommended for its specialist asset financing and leasing work, and frequently acts for major rolling stock leasing companies. With Edward Barratt at the helm, the team is well-placed to advise on significant projects and infrastructure matters, in addition to state aid in the rail sector. Lara Burch has a wealth of experience in acting for clients across the rail industry, such as train operators, ROSCOs, and manufacturers. Jeremy Godley is another name to note.
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Témoignages

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  • ‘Good regulatory knowledge, good understanding of rail sector, expertise in rail related health and safety matters, expertise in regulated procurements.’

  • ‘Lara Burch heads a well resourced, knowledgeable and experienced rail team. Good industry sector knowledge.’

Clients clés

  • Department for Transport
  • Eversholt Rail Group
  • Beacon
  • Siemens Mobility Limited
  • BT and EE Limited
  • Barratt Homes Limited

Points forts

  • Advised Siemens Mobility Limited in its High Court procurement claim against HS2 in relation to the award of the £2.7bn contract opportunity to build trains for HS2 to a joint-venture of Hitachi and Alstom.
  • Advised Eversholt Rail Group's legal panel in relation to Eversholt Rail Group's multi-billion pound rolling stock fleets on various matters.
  • Advised the Department for Transport's specialist rail panel, following its reappointment in February 2022 after a competitive tender, advising the Department's Passenger Rail Directorate on multiple high-profile matters.

Avocats

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Lara Burch

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Responsable de la pratique

Edward Barratt

Autres avocats clés

Lara Burch; Jeremy Godley