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Rowan is a partner and the head of the dispute resolution team. She advises on a wide range of disputes but particularly those in the IT and construction sectors.  

There is a close synergy between IT and construction project disputes which are often caused by poorly defined scope, mismatched expectations and delay and Rowan is able to draw on her experience in both sectors to advise clients on the most appropriate strategy to resolve their disputes. Rowan also advises on claims under the Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993. Rowan is experienced in dealing with substantial claims in the High Court and County Court and has resolved a number of cases through mediation and adjudication.

Rowan arranges and delivers a highly successful series of presentations on construction-related topics as well as hosting a virtual round table for Heads of Legal in the technology sector. She is a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, the Society of Construction Law and the Society for Computers and Law. Rowan is recognised in both the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners legal directories.

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Expertise

  • Contract and commercial claims
  • Commercial agents disputes
  • Construction disputes
  • Dispute resolution
  • Development & house building
  • IT disputes
Having used different lawyers at different times and in different countries in the area of commercial litigation, our experience of Boyes Turner has been excellent. In particular we have found Rowan Turrall at Boyes Turner to not only be highly knowledgeable but also very thorough and sound in the advice and guidance she has given us and also in the high quality of her work.

Legal 500

2024

Rowan Turrall looked after my case and kept me up to date on a regular basis and translated legal jargon and simplified the situation into layman’s terms to ensure I understood all options. Rowan is very professional and has an immense knowledge in the subject which gave me great confidence. I would recommend Rowan to anyone who requires this kind of legal advice.

Legal 500

2024

Rowan Turrall was the lead partner on our case and provided excellent and timely support. She was able to combine her outstanding legal knowledge with a great understanding of the commercial reality to provide the tailor-made support we needed to navigate through the dispute.

Legal 500

2024

"Rowan Turrall in extremely measured, gives very sensible advice and is remarkably unflappable."

Chambers guide to the legal profession

"You have restored my faith in litigators"

Boyes Turner Client

"Very impressive. I've made a note not to get on the wrong side of you."

Boyes Turner Client