Construction

Roger Stewart KC is an exceptional senior silk with a strong reputation for work in construction-related professional negligence. He is also highly active in high-stakes international arbitrations. He receives plaudits for his commercial and client-centric approach. His work includes complex PFI disputes.

"Roger Stewart is one of the brightest of his generation and one of the best cross-examiners."

"The tone of Roger's advocacy is pitch perfect."

"He is the gold standard for construction negligence advice whenever you want the inside track or to push boundaries."

"Roger is very strategic and pragmatic. He is also not afraid to take on the more difficult arguments."

Ben Patten KC is a strong silk who advises on big-ticket construction matters, including all manner of domestic disputes and international arbitration. His construction expertise is complemented by an acclaimed professional negligence offering. His loyal client base includes contractors, developers and insurers. He is also sought out as a mediator in construction disputes.

"Ben Patten is exceptionally easy to work with. He makes himself available when needed and always provides practical, pragmatic and commercially astute advice."

"He is a subject matter expert and is always calm and available."

Hugh Saunders has a strong reputation for his successful practice covering various kinds of construction disputes, including those concerning residential and commercial developments, and infrastructure projects. He routinely represents contractors and developers in High Court proceedings as well as arbitrations and adjudications, often appearing as sole counsel.

"Hugh Saunders is calm and measured."

"Hugh drafts persuasive documents and is a persuasive advocate. He is a top-tier junior."

Paul Cowan is a respected junior with a broad construction practice. He is especially active in disputes concerning nuclear power and oil and gas. He represents clients in domestic litigation at the TCC and in significant international arbitration hearings. He has experience in handling difficult delay and defect claims. His experience includes handling claims involving allegedly defective cladding.

"Paul Cowan's pleadings and letters are absolutely excellent."

Siân Mirchandani KC is well regarded for her construction work at tribunal and beyond. She undertakes work on both the employer and contractor sides, handling numerous contractual issues in dispute, including defects and delay claims. She has acted in an array of cases, with subject matters including the supply of cladding, concrete and steelwork.

"Siân is very good at multi-party claims. She gets to grip with the details fantastically."

"Siân Mirchandani has an incredible work ethic. She knows her cases inside out."

"She is extremely thorough, responsive and approachable. She also has great gravitas."

"Siân's analytical skills and her ability to identify the crux of an issue make her a true asset to a litigation team."

George McDonald is a highly regarded junior with extensive experience in major construction litigation and arbitration. He has particularly notable expertise in disputes arising from large government projects.

"George McDonald is very bright. He is particularly strong on a case with a need for data analysis."

"George is very hard-working and very diligent. He gets the job done."

"As well as being very bright, hard-working and technically proficient, he is an absolute pleasure to work with."

Lucy Colter is a well-regarded junior who is developing an impressive construction practice. She acts on behalf of major contractors as well as engineers and real estate developers. Her capabilities include professional negligence claims and contractual disputes. She has particular experience in handling construction disputes in the Channel Islands.

"Lucy Colter's attention to detail is outstanding and her advocacy is superb."

Neil Hext KC is a popular choice among insurance clients for disputes in the construction sector. He is equally entrusted to represent contractors in cases heard in the TCC and in international arbitration proceedings.

"Neil Hext is very good on his feet, very commercial and great with clients."

"Neil is very easy to work with. He has a good manner with experts and clients."

"He leads the court in a fantastic way. He can deal with highly contentious matters in a calm and collected manner."

Paul Fisher has extensive experience of domestic construction litigation, regularly appearing unled in the TCC, and of international arbitrations.

"He is able to handle tricky clients in a calm, measured and empathetic way whilst giving stellar strategic advice."

"Paul Fisher is very bright and insightful. He sees the big picture."

Richard Liddell KC is a talented silk with a notably broad practice, who demonstrates particular strength in cases concerning contractors and engineers. He is especially experienced in defending defect claims. He regularly acts in adjudications and arbitration and has appeared in the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.

"Richard gets into the detail, looks under every stone and then reaches a considered view on the merits, which informs strategy for a successful conclusion."

Tim Chelmick is an impressive junior barrister managing a busy construction practice. He appears in both domestic and international litigation, adjudication and arbitration proceedings. His diverse workload incorporates professional liability disputes as well as large infrastructure and energy projects.

"Timothy always gives clear and practical advice that is sound as well as creative."

"Tim Chelmick is very user-friendly, and he knows the market."