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Chris Hardy

Senior Associate

What can I do for you

Chris is an experienced commercial and projects lawyer. He has a particular specialism in complex, long-term public contracts, supporting public, private and third sector clients to deliver business and population-focused outcomes. He has sector specialisms in infrastructure, health, IT/tech and government work, both at a national and local level.

Supporting your ambitions

Chris is known for his comprehensive but pragmatic approach, which is valued by his clients, and his robust transaction management. Chris particularly enjoys working closely with clients as part of multidisciplinary teams to produce long-term contracts which deliver high-performing services. This is underpinned by strong relationships and clear contractual understanding at the outset.

What do others say

Legal 500: "Chris Hardy [was] exceptional, providing invaluable and practical support during a complex transaction."

What else should you know

Chris originally studied architecture and, with his projects focus, this thread has followed him throughout his career. He is a Manchester United fan and can often be found at Old Trafford.

What our clients say about us

  • I think Mills & Reeve are a wonderful firm. The support they have provided to us in a really difficult area has been brilliant, collaborative and commercially minded. The team were absolutely wonderful and a joy to work with. Amazing advice and support and a real collaborative effort with us. I can't thank them enough for getting us through some really tough times and doing so with an amazing can-do attitude.
  • They are friendly, fast, always available and always on top of the game. I tend to judge my legal team against the other side's legal team and never doubt Mills & Reeve is the better of the two.
  • All interactions have been very clear. Responses to questions have always been very swift and unambiguous. Our company, and my family, have used various services in Mills & Reeve with the same level of satisfaction.
  • I value the fact that Mills & Reeve are recognised as a good place to work in the UK Best Companies survey. This aligns with the values of our business and means that Mills & Reeve can share what is required to achieve this status with our business.

As many clients will testify, too many lawyers deliver the required legal expertise but fail to deliver an outstanding client experience. Which is why we always listen to our clients and constantly ask ourselves what we can do to deliver the results you expect.

You expect a close and attentive working relationship, with a lawyer that is responsive and available when you need them. You also want clear, pragmatic and commercial advice tailored to your needs, and transparency and certainty on costs. We completely agree. That’s why every day, through our culture and approach we are committed to delivering the exceptional results and service our clients expect of us.

Related sectors and services

  • Built environment
  • Commercial
  • Education
  • Energy and infrastructure
  • Health and care
  • Projects and PPP

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