Alexander Nissen KC

UK Bar

Alexander Nissen KC is a widely praised silk who acts for prominent employers and contractors in a range of disputes spanning the breadth of the construction industry. He has vast experience in high-value, multi-party matters at both the national and international levels. He is regularly instructed to represent clients in the TCC and the Court of Appeal, as well as in adjudication and arbitration. He handles litigation involving a broad array of construction projects, including those in the energy, infrastructure and housing sectors.

"Alexander is so calm. He really supports the instructing solicitor to work for the client."

"He is extremely clever, diligent and a tough advocate."

"Alexander is undeniably one of the top silks in the country for construction disputes. He has the ability to drop into the case, get to grips with it quickly and provide the most perceptive advice."

"Alexander Nissen is one of the pre-eminent construction silks in the country. He is very good at client handling and at seeing the bigger picture when managing complex litigation."

Alexander Nissen KC is a seasoned practitioner mainly representing professionals in the energy, engineering and construction spheres, as well as regularly appearing in legal and property services cases. His professional negligence capabilities include advisory work, litigation, adjudication, arbitration and mediation. He regularly appears in the TCC and the Court of Appeal.

"Alexander is very charming but should never be underestimated; he is an exceptionally bright lawyer who never lets his clients down."