Construction Lawyering in the U.K. and U.S.: Contrasts and Similarities -

Introduction -

There are important differences between the American and British styles of lawyering, but there is also much common ground. In fact, there is probably more common ground than most American and English practitioners would admit. This article will address some of those differences and similarities, as well as how representatives from the two systems might better understand and benefit from each other.

Unified vs. “Split” Bar -

A lawyer in the United States, after attending and graduating from an accredited law school and having passed the bar exam in at least one of the various states, is considered fit and qualified to handle both transactional and contentious matters.