Construction

David Streatfeild-James KC is a highly lauded silk who is routinely instructed on the most technically complex construction litigation and arbitration. He receives praise for the high calibre of his written and oral advice. He is a leading figure in significant road and other transport infrastructure disputes, particularly those involving PFI or PPP contracts. He has a wealth of experience in both Court of Appeal and Supreme Court proceedings.

"David is methodical, calm and measured in his approach."

"David Streatfeild-James is always to be counted on for detailed and expert advice."

"He is probably the best KC I have ever worked with. He looks at winning in a very positive way and he inspires confidence."

"David is brilliant at providing opinions on complex matters, and he is a great advocate too."

Manus McMullan KC is a star silk who draws praise for his advocacy skills and tactical nous. He regularly acts in high-value construction disputes and arbitrations around the world, and is particularly good at infrastructure disputes. He also boasts a terrific track record in construction-related professional indemnity and insurance matters. Energy and natural resources is another area of sterling sector expertise.

"Manus McMullan is absolutely fantastic. He offers impressive knowledge, preparation and conduct of cross-examination. He is super-smooth and forceful when necessary."

Stephanie Barwise is a top-drawer silk who advises on high-value adjudications and TCC litigation. She has a diverse practice ranging across areas such as housing disputes and energy projects. She has notable expertise in fire safety and cladding issues.

"Stephanie is in a league of her own when it comes to the Building Safety Act. She is the authority on the topic."

"Stephanie Barwise is simply brilliant on all matters fire-related and an absolute pleasure to work with."

"She is a class act on every level."

Stuart Catchpole KC is a masterful construction silk extolled for his courtroom presence and intellectual prowess. He has a renowned domestic practice and is widely respected for his international arbitration work. He handles professional negligence and contractual disputes on behalf of prominent clients in the construction industry. He remains highly sought after by clients involved in disputes arising from major transport infrastructure and natural resources projects.

"Stuart's arguments are carefully constructed to ensure that they are intellectually and emotionally as persuasive as possible."

"Stuart Catchpole is on top of his game."

Andrew Fenn is a sought-after junior who often appears unled in domestic litigation and international arbitration. He advises on a range of matters, including student accommodation projects and final account disputes. He is increasingly concentrating his practice on overseeing the ongoing consequences of the collapse of the Carillion Group.

"Andrew Fenn is very accessible. He works incredibly hard and he gives clear and robust advice."

"Andrew is very astute. He is all over the detail."

"Andrew Fenn is knowledgeable and reliable."

Andrew White KC is a highly distinguished silk offering sophisticated advice across areas such as oil and gas and renewables. He regularly advises major clients in high-profile construction disputes at both the national and international levels. He has experience in representing both private companies and government bodies.

"Andrew White is so clear. He delivers complex issues into simple strategy for the client."

Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC provides stellar representation to clients in high-stakes domestic and international construction disputes. Her broad experience includes disputes arising out of infrastructure projects as well as residential and industrial developments. She is adept at handling international arbitrations in addition to TCC cases and adjudications.

"Chantal-Aimée Doerries is extremely user-friendly and an excellent advocate."

"She is fantastic – she's exceptionally smart and has strong advocacy skills."

"Chantal-Aimée is an excellent KC. She has a first-rate manner with clients."

Dominique Rawley KC is a sought-after silk with a particular focus on domestic infrastructure matters and disputes arising from PPP and PFI arrangements. She is a regular participant in proceedings at the TCC and also has an active international arbitration practice. She is particularly adept at handling professional negligence disputes arising out of construction projects. Cases arising from the waste-to-energy sector are also an area of specific expertise.

"Dominique has a very sharp legal mind. She thinks outside the box, but at the same time she is approachable and has commercial awareness."

"Dominique has a great eye for detail. She is able to quickly get on top of substantial and complex documentation, identify key issues and give commercial, user-friendly advice."

"She is an excellent counsel. She says just the right amount and she has the ear of the court."

"She is very quick to understand the issues and works with the team to deliver a solution."

Fiona Parkin KC is a noteworthy silk who acts in TCC litigation, appellate cases and international arbitration. She frequently represents public bodies and private contractors in disputes arising from large infrastructure projects, and has good expertise in PFI and PPP contractual issues. She has excellent additional sector expertise in energy and natural resources-related projects.

"Fiona knows everything forwards, backwards and upside down."

"Fiona Parkin is an excellent KC. She is a true grafter who will deliver for the team."

"Fiona is brilliant in her cross-examination and advocacy. She is very persuasive."

Katie Powell is a notable junior who frequently appears in significant litigation, including complex multi-party actions, before the TCC and in arbitration. She is especially well versed in construction disputes involving elements of professional negligence and insurance.

"Katie Powell is very intelligent, articulate and incisive."

"Katie puts our minds, and our clients' minds, at rest with her quality of advice. She comes up to speed very quickly and is able to get under the skin of expert evidence."

"She is very organised and hard working."

Lucie Briggs has a market-leading construction practice and frequently appears in cases containing a professional negligence element. She acts in both domestic and international disputes, and offers expertise across a range of sectors, including energy and commercial property. She has recent experience of social infrastructure and PFI-related cases.

"Lucie Briggs develops a case strategically, having clearly grasped the facts and details of a matter."

"Lucie is unflappable and great with detail."

Stephen Dennison KC is a prominent silk who is noted for his expertise in both domestic disputes and international arbitration. He is an experienced litigator who regularly acts for significant clients, particularly in the energy, transport and engineering sectors. He has a strong command of ADR methods.

"Stephen has a grasp of the commercial aspects of a case. He can see the bigger strategic plan in mind throughout the entire process."

"Stephen Dennison is across all of the details of a case. He is exceptional."

"He is very user-friendly and client-focused."

Steven Walker KC is a talented strategist who regularly acts for contractors in a wide range of disputes, both nationally and internationally. He has a stellar reputation for his work in domestic adjudications and regularly appears before the TCC. His diverse practice is well suited to disputes involving large-scale residential developments and public projects.

"He is very well-organised, calm and methodical."

"Steven Walker is an exceptional advocate, who is comfortable dealing with large volumes of documentation and able to distil the key facts and issues."

"Steven is very calm and knowledgeable. He exudes class."

Christopher Lewis KC maintains an impressive reputation among peers and clients for his ability to handle construction and engineering disputes. Many of his cases involve information technology, energy and infrastructure projects. He is regularly instructed on domestic and international disputes, and demonstrates strength across a variety of forms, including TCC litigation, mediation and international arbitration.

"Christopher is very, very clever. He is also really nice to work with; down to earth and user-friendly."

"Christopher Lewis is extremely bright and very down to earth."

Edmund Neuberger is a highly rated junior who frequently appears in both domestic and international arbitrations. He is increasingly instructed as sole counsel on cases, and represents a wide range of clients from across the construction industry. He handles disputes occurring in a range of sectors, from energy and utilities to residential developments. He also offers notable experience in PFI-related litigation.

"Edmund Neuberger is assured and intelligent. He is very pleasant to deal with and a good team player."

"Edmund is very skilled at complex technical disputes and has a keen eye for detail."

"Edmund Neuberger is a very capable and astute counsel. He is easy to work with and commercially aware."

James Howells KC advises on claims relating to design and construction defects in domestic disputes. His well-regarded practice also includes a strong international arbitration element, predominantly focused in the Gulf and East Asia. He receives praise for his compelling advocacy and exceptional analytical skills. He is especially active in litigation involving transport and social infrastructure projects.

"James is very bright and assured. He is a pleasure to deal with and utterly reliable."

"James Howells is an excellent all-rounder. He has great client care skills."

"He is refreshingly easy to work with. He always looks to solve problems and find solutions."

Omar Eljadi undertakes a broad array of construction mandates, from TCC proceedings to international arbitrations and public inquiries. His experience includes domestic and international disputes relating to construction projects in the residential and healthcare sectors.

"Omar Eljadi is excellently prepared and his advocacy is delivered with passion and steel."

"Omar is always available; his response times are brilliant."

"Omar is incredibly helpful and very user-friendly."

Patrick Clarke is a noted junior with a professional engineering background, whose attention to detail is widely admired by fellow practitioners. He advises on a range of matters, domestic and abroad, with a particular emphasis on public sector facilities and infrastructure works.

"Patrick understands clients' needs. He sees all angles of disputes."

"He is experienced and reliable."

Riaz Hussain KC has a strong reputation for handling heavyweight construction disputes. He is active in domestic TCC and Court of Appeal proceedings, while also maintaining an active international arbitration practice, with a notable presence in the Middle East. He undertakes a wide range of construction disputes, such as those involving energy, infrastructure and commercial property developments.

"Riaz Hussain is very quick and bright. He is an excellent advocate."

"He is very pragmatic and he will fight hard for his clients."

Rónán Hanna is a strong junior with experience in a number of sectors, including energy and transport infrastructure. He has advised purchaser and contractor clients on litigation and arbitration, both in the UK and internationally. He is experienced in disputes in the Middle East and North Africa.

"Rónán Hanna is a pleasure to work with. He is commercially aware and delivers work on time and to a high quality."

"Rónán is very switched on and robust, and also very courteous as well."

Simon Lofthouse KC maintains an impressive construction practice, with noted capabilities in international arbitration. He acts for a range of major clients from across the globe, including governments and contractors. He is typically instructed to handle disputes arising in the energy and infrastructure sectors, and is well suited to cases involving complex technical issues and delay claims.

"Simon Lofthouse's international experience and proficiency across various dispute resolution forums add immense value to arbitrations."

"Simon is an incredibly hard worker. He puts his heart and soul into understanding the issues."

"He provides extremely impressive advocacy in hearings."

David Johnson has an impressive construction practice, which sees him frequently engaged in technically complex disputes. He represents contractors as well as employers, and is regularly instructed in international construction matters, including in the Middle East.

"David Johnson is very reliable and excellent technically. He always meets his deadlines."

Felicity Dynes is a strong choice to handle high-stakes construction and related professional negligence claims. She is also frequently instructed to advise on construction contracts. She has experience in representing clients in domestic and cross-border disputes.

"Felicity Dynes provides excellent work, often turned around very quickly."

"Felicity zones in on the crucial points that matter, both on her feet and in writing. She is super-bright, diligent and fuss-free."

Marc Lixenberg is a respected junior whose attention to detail and quality of written work frequently elicit praise from market observers. He is active in high-value construction disputes in a range of sectors, representing clients on both the domestic and international stages. His experience in advising on disputes involving infrastructure projects is of particular note.

"He brings a strong sense of purpose and dedication to getting under the skin of the case and moving it forward deliberately. He gives sound commercial advice as well as legal advice."

"Marc is good at getting to grips with the detail of a case and assimilating large volumes of documentation."

"I have been impressed with Marc Lixenberg's thoroughness in his approach."

Mark Chennells KC is a highly regarded barrister with extensive experience in major construction, engineering and energy-related projects, especially transport infrastructure and property development cases. He is active both domestically and internationally, and has considerable experience in court proceedings, as well as the various forms of ADR.

"Mark Chennells not only knows the law, but he is also very tactically and commercially astute."

"Mark has great understanding of clients' needs. He will help steer the ship in the right direction."

"Mark is very strong and incisive, but he also listens well and has an excellent manner with clients."

Mathias Cheung acts in construction matters as part of his varied commercial practice. He advises clients on construction defect and delay claims, and is particularly proficient in disputes arising out of energy and residential projects.

"Mathias Cheung is unbelievably industrious and hard-working, as well as being very bright."

"Mathias' advice is detailed and complete, while still being to the point and easy to digest."

"His pleadings are absolutely amazing."

Mischa Balen has a superb construction practice that sees him handle a range of contractual and professional negligence claims. He acts on behalf of employers and contractors, and is proficient in international arbitration in addition to litigation.

"Mischa Balen has a high intellect, which shines through in his approach to, and delivery of, complex advice."

"He is incredibly hard-working and a great resource to his instructing solicitors."

"Mischa Balen's work is commercially focused and of a high quality."

Nicholas Collings is a highly respected senior junior who often acts as sole counsel in high-value disputes in the UK and the Middle East. He represents clients across a range of claims, such as those involving mixed-use developments and transport infrastructure projects. He is also particularly active in construction disputes pertaining to the energy and natural resources sector. He acts both for and against large construction and engineering firms, and has additional expertise in construction-related professional negligence cases.

"Nicholas Collings is an experienced and hard-working senior junior, whose style is very well suited to international arbitration."

Nicholas Dennys KC is a highly regarded silk with a strong international practice. He is particularly noted for his vast experience in working with government bodies and large multinational organisations. He regularly advises on major projects, covering areas such as transport infrastructure, utilities, and oil and gas.

"Nicholas Dennys is great."

Samar Abbas Kazmi is a popular choice for clients facing significant construction disputes both domestically and in international arbitration proceedings. He has experience in acting as sole and junior counsel for employers, contractors and state-owned entities.

"Samar is excellent. He is responsive, good at drafting and on the ball in terms of different legal systems."

"He is very responsive and incredibly hard-working, and he puts the client first."

Serena Cheng KC is a silk with a robust practice acting for contractors in technically complex engineering and energy disputes. She is instructed in complex cases both domestically and abroad, including in the Middle East and Far East. She is active in international arbitrations in addition to adjudication proceedings.

"Serena Cheng is incredibly thorough and very well organised."

"Serena's attention to detail and user-friendly approach make her stand out."

"She grasps issues immediately and gets right into the detail. Her advice is well-reasoned and comprehensive."

Zulfikar Khayum practises across a broad range of construction, engineering and energy litigation, both domestically and internationally. He is particularly knowledgeable in international arbitrations and in litigation concerning UK infrastructure projects.

"Zulfikar Khayum is very sharp and bright, and he has a huge amount of energy."

"Zulfikar is very responsive and terrific at drafting."

Andrew Goddard KC is particularly experienced in acting in large-scale construction matters, including infrastructure, contract and professional negligence-related disputes, both within the UK and internationally. He has significant expertise in working for contractors, occupiers and public authorities in relation to residential and social infrastructure developments.

"Andrew Goddard is a very sophisticated advocate who is extremely clear in his arguments and targeted in his approach."

Christopher Reid is a highly sought-after junior with vast knowledge of international construction and engineering issues. He is adept at dealing with disputes involving extremely technical alleged design defects. Reid has experience in both being led and acting unled.

"Christopher Reid is very confident and he thinks quickly on his feet."

Dalton Hale is a well-regarded junior whose advocacy and attention to detail are praised by market observers. He is regularly in the TCC and in international arbitrations, both domestically and abroad, and has experience of working in public inquiries.

"Dalton is bright and very hard-working. He assimilates a large amount of information very quickly."

"Dalton Hale demonstrates an outstanding ability to process vast amounts of complex technical data into concise and precise advice."

"He gets stuck into a case and approaches things commercially and with clear focus."

"Dalton is a team player. He contributes to the wider discussion on tactics and the wider commercial aspects of any dispute."

Jonathan Acton Davis KC is a senior silk with experience of large-scale construction disputes. He offers experience in both major international arbitration and high-value domestic litigation. He also represents clients in a range of other ADR forums, including adjudication, mediation and expert determination.

"Jonathan Acton Davis provides very straightforward advice. He manages to make complex matters simple."

Lauren Adams is an increasingly notable junior with a growing number of sole counsel instructions. Her experience encompasses a variety of subjects, including defect and delay disputes arising in relation to domestic residential and energy sector properties, among many others. Her clients include both developers and subcontractors.

"Lauren Adams produces excellent written submissions and is very confident in considering strategy as well as the law."

"Lauren is great with clients and is an incredibly bright person."

"Lauren is very bright and gets to grips with details very quickly."

Martin Bowdery KC is an experienced silk who advises on a range of construction disputes, including domestic PFI actions and international arbitration. His impressive practice has taken him to the Court of Appeal and the High Court. He is especially renowned for his stellar advocacy. He has particular sector expertise in energy and social infrastructure project-related disputes.

"Martin Bowdery prepares persuasive submissions and is easy to work with."

Nicholas Maciolek has a thriving construction practice that sees him being led and also acting unled in high stakes matters. He is well-versed in international construction matters, as well as being very adept at handling highly technical issues. He has experience acting in arbitrations.

"Nicholas is very responsive and hard working. He is also meticulous in his preparation and on the detail."

"He has provided timely advice and excellent drafting."

Robert Clay is an experienced senior junior who draws praise from solicitors for his written work. He is regularly called upon by a diverse client base across a number of sectors, including major contractors. He receives instructions in international arbitrations in addition to complex TCC proceedings.

"Robert is focused and commercially astute. He delivers quality work on time."

"Robert Clay is very experienced. He offers excellent advocacy and advisory work."

Rupert Choat KC draws on his previous experience as a specialist construction solicitor at CMS to inform his well-rounded practice. He acts in adjudication enforcement matters and real estate redevelopment disputes, both domestically and internationally. He has an especially strong practice in cases arising from the residential sector.

"Rupert is an absolute workaholic. He gets into detail and leaves no stone unturned."

"His commercial appreciation, teamed with a remarkable understanding of the law, make him a standout KC."

"Rupert has an exceptional grasp of the detail and a demonstrable desire to push the matter forward for the client."

"He is a fantastic advocate who really involves himself in the matter with clear thought and strategy."

Simon Crawshaw has experience of working in the transport, energy and property development sectors, on behalf of both employers and contractors. He has been instructed in both domestic and cross-border disputes, and is adept at handling claims concerning construction delays and defects.

"Simon possesses an extraordinary attention to detail. His awareness of even the minutest aspects of our project is invaluable."

Camille Slow KC is a strong choice to handle high-stakes construction mandates, with a particular emphasis on professional negligence claims relating to construction projects. She has extensive experience of international arbitration, in addition to her frequent appearances in the TCC.

"Camille Slow's approach to litigation is creative and forceful."

"Camille is a pleasure to work with. She is forensic, robust and good humoured."

"She impresses with the speed with which she grasps issues, nuances and key details."

Jennifer Jones KC is a noted barrister with considerable experience in construction disputes involving professional negligence. She routinely handles high-value litigation and arbitrations in the UK and abroad, and is increasingly active in multi-party TCC disputes.

"Jennifer Jones is a tenacious advocate with a down-to-earth approach with clients. She provides clear-eyed, commercial advice."

"Jennifer is very detailed and quick."

"She provides good, sensible advice and is a team player."