Property Damage

Andrew Rigney KC is a leading silk who is regularly instructed in highly technical cases concerning damage caused by fire, collapse or defective construction. His practice has a significant international element to it, and he is often instructed in high-value, complex disputes.He also has experience in insurance and construction law.

"Andrew is incredibly bright and stupidly hard-working."

"Andrew is good on paper. He is highly technical and is very focused on the law."

Julian Field is a senior junior who frequently gets involved in multiparty cases and those involving highly technical aspects. He is highly sought after for multimillion-pound claims involving fire, flood and explosions, and has considerable experience dealing with the insurance sector.

"Julian is a delight. He is hard-working and commands great loyalty. He is the proverbial safe pair of hands."

Michele De Gregorio enjoys a stellar reputation for his handling of complex property damage cases. He is a go-to for insurers in particular, who seek out his knowledge of flooding, fires and other matters when pursuing subrogated recovery actions.

"Michele is a very good advocate and he is quick on his feet to raise good points."

"Michele has a clear and direct approach."

"Michele is very personable, always making himself available, and he provides his advice in a user-friendly way."

Ben Quiney KC brings to bear a wide range of experience in related areas such as construction, professional negligence and insurance. He is regularly instructed in claims arising out of fire and other disasters, and possesses deep expertise in coverage issues and subrogated recovery. He has appeared before the TCC and the Commercial Court numerous times.

"Ben is very easy to work with. He is very client-friendly and very personable."

Daniel Shapiro KC has an impressive commercial practice that involves a significant focus on property damage work, where he is frequently instructed on significant recovery actions, particularly subrogated claims. He is proficient in matters involving fires, flooding, explosions and subsidence.

"Daniel Shapiro is fabulous. He is extremely approachable and possesses a genuine interest in his clients' cases."

Elizabeth Boon manages a fine property damage practice which incorporates her strong knowledge of professional negligence and product liability. She also demonstrates key insurance expertise, which she brings to bear in fire, flood and subsidence claims, among others. Boon is skilled in disputes involving both business and residential properties. She often appears in the TCC.

"The beauty of working with Elizabeth is that she is a pleasure to work with. She is highly responsive, as well as being pragmatic."

James Medd is a notable barrister who is recognised for acting in construction, insurance and product liability-related property damage claims. He receives further praise for his work on matters involving explosions, and also acts in fire damage disputes.

"James provides clear and concise advice."

"James is highly experienced and knowledgeable."

Caroline McColgan is a recognised barrister with particular experience in complex fire-related claims before the TCC. She is also skilled in acting in water damage disputes, and is experienced in product liability and construction matters.

"Caroline is an incredibly bright and very capable senior junior. She does the legwork and is an engine room in matters."

Isabel Hitching KC is instructed on complex issues relating to construction defects and water damage. She leverages a strong background in insurance and can tackle coverage claims in relation to property damage.

"Isabel is a remarkable individual who provides concise, unimpeachable advice at every stage of a matter."

"Isabel delivers her client's arguments in a very clear and considered way, responding thoughtfullyto challenges raised by the court."

James Sharpe is a well-regarded junior barrister who has appeared in property damage cases involving explosions and fires. He possesses additional expertise in handling significant subsidence and tree root claims.

"James is a fantastic counsel. He is good at providing advice and drafting, and his advocacy is good."

Richard Sage is a property damage barrister with a depth of experience in acting before the TCC, the High Court and the Court of Appeal. He often appears in significant fire damage, site defect and product liability claims.

"Richard is simply brilliant. He gets on top of the issues quickly and thinks outside of the box."

"Richard Sage is very user-friendly."

Suzanne Chalmers possesses considerable expertise in insurance coverage and subrogated recovery claims arising from property damage. She offers experience in disputes involving such issues as construction, defective products and catastrophic fires.

"Suzanne's underlying knowledge is fantastic and she can draw on a lot of experience."