UK Bar
Construction - London (Bar)
Anna Laney KC is an impressive barrister who is regularly instructed in large and technically complex construction litigation and arbitration. She is frequently sought out to act for major contractors in highly technical disputes arising out of construction projects. Her practice extends into procurement and insurance-related cases.
Strengths
"Anna Laney is great at cutting across issues in the quickest possible way."
"Anna is very good at explaining difficult nuances in the law and is brilliant at cross-examining."
"Her ability to understand the most complex technical details with absolute ease is just unbelievable."
"Anna Laney is extremely personable. She very quickly imbeds herself in the team and brings out the best in people."
International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering - London (Bar)
Anna Laney KC is highly respected for her construction and engineering arbitration prowess. She advises clients across a broad range of areas on their disputes, including energy, residential and commercial development and civilian infrastructure. Such disputes include delay claims, employment disputes, matters of professional negligence and defect claims. For parties in the Middle East region, she is considered a go-to. She has appeared in arbitrations under ICC, LCIA, DIAC and QICCA rules. She also accepts appointments as arbitrator.
Strengths
"Anna Laney is a fierce advocate. She's great at cutting across issues in the quickest possible way. She's absolutely brilliant."
"Anna is brilliant. Our clients love her. She puts them at ease."
"Anna exceeds our expectations at every stage. Her ability to grasp the most complex technical details with absolute ease is just unbelievable."
"Anna Laney brings out the best in people. It makes her a very valuable member of any counsel team. She goes beyond her role as a barrister."
Construction: Professional Negligence - All Circuits
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.
Strengths
"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."
