Construction: Professional Negligence

Andrew Rigney KC possesses a strong track record of handling construction-related professional negligence actions. He acts for claimants and defendants in high-value disputes in the TCC, as well as representing clients in international arbitration. He is also knowledgeable about professional indemnity matters. His clients include surveyors and architects.

"Andrew has a very good bedside manner. He is very clever, always very diligent and looks at every angle, which is appreciated."

Ben Quiney KC is capable of advising on a range of professional negligence matters, although he focuses primarily on claims against construction professionals and insurance brokers. He is regularly instructed in cases concerning multimillion-pound losses and high-end commercial developments. He represents clients in appellate proceedings, as well as at first instance.

"Ben is technically very sound."

Charles Pimlott has considerable experience in defending architects, specialist engineers and others in a variety of substantial defects claims. He has been involved in a number of large-scale pieces of litigation and has appeared in the High Court and Court of Appeal.

"A very astute barrister, who can deliver clear and concise advice on the most technical of matters."

"Charles produces excellent drafting and sensible pragmatic advice."

Ivor Collett has broad expertise covering negligence claims brought against numerous professions, including architects, engineers and others in the construction industry. He acts in technically heavy and legally novel cases concerning a range of building projects.

"He is very good on the detail but he is also a big-picture guy. He can really see through all of the background and work out what is worth discussing,"

"Ivor is very good to work with and sees the real issues."

Crispin Winser KC is a highly regarded barrister specialising in TCC cases. His practice takes in professional negligence claims concerning a host of disciplines, including civil and structural engineering, fire engineering and cladding design.

"Crispin is extremely user-friendly and he really gets involved, being willing to roll up his sleeves and go through the issues."

Isabel Hitching KC is an esteemed silk in the professional negligence sphere who is regularly instructed to act in high-stakes cases related to construction matters. She has particularly in-depth knowledge of defective design and safety issues.

"Isabel is excellent on her feet – she's unflappable, strategic and very hands-on."

"She is technically excellent, fantastic with clients and a go-to silk for complex, novel or unusual points."

Nicola Atkins accepts a range of professional negligence instructions in the construction sector, often representing architects, structural engineers and surveyors.

"Nicola is very solid and straightforward in her pleadings and advice. She is very calm and always sees the pragmatic way through."

Anna Laney KC specialises in construction law and is well regarded for her expertise in associated professional negligence claims. Her work often includes domestic matters concerning design and engineering, as well as major international arbitration.

"Anna is the Counsel of choice – she's highly knowledgeable and intuitive, yet can explain complex issues in an understandable way to all involved."

"She is responsive and good at engaging with clients."