Sohaib qualified into our Construction & Projects team in September 2024, having already amassed a year of experience across two stints with the team during his traineeship at Burness Paull. Sohaib has experience in acting for various clients across the public and private sector, largely helping draft construction documents such as building contracts, consultant appointments and collateral warranties. Sohaib particularly enjoys working with clients and getting to know the wider project team – and across divisions within the firm to assist with the construction aspects on various matters.
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