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Provided by Steven Walker KC
Practice Areas
Steven Walker has specialised in disputes arising in connection with construction and engineering projects both in the UK and internationally for 30 years. His track record demonstrates an ability to act as lead counsel in the most complex cases thanks to an ability manage and assimilate very large amounts of information, including highly technical material, quickly, enabling him to apply the relevant contractual provisions and law(s) to the facts. Steven's clients rightly expect and receive clear and frank advice. His preparation for hearings is thorough and his advocacy is focussed and persuasive. Steven's cross examination is highly effective, especially in relation to experts. A large proportion of his practice is in arbitration, both domestic and international, but there is ample evidence of his track record in the numerous reported cases in which he has appeared. Steven's hobbies are watching Newcastle United FC, cycling and skiing.
Career
Called to the Bar of England and Wales 1993. Silk 2012.
Professional Memberships
TECBAR, COMBAR.
Chambers Review
UK Bar
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.
Steven Walker KC is a respected barrister who advises various construction industry professionals in relation to sensitive disputes, typically concerning design defects or project management.
Steven Walker KC is popular with instructing solicitors, and he has a solid practice that is focused on contractual disputes concerning the construction of renewable power facilities, especially waste-to-energy plants. He acts for both developers and contractors, and frequently appears in adjudications, as well as proceedings in the Technology and Construction Court.
Steven Walker KC has an established international arbitration practice that is active in the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. He has arbitrated in ICC and UNCITRAL matters, and acts for contractors in disputes relating to energy and transport infrastructure projects.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Steven is extremely responsive and we have no hesitations putting him in front of clients."
"Steven Walker is an absolutely excellent cross-examiner. He is very subtle but he asks all the right questions. He has a very good grasp of extremely complex facts."
"Steven is a consummate professional. He's really clever, considered and meticulous in his preparation. His advocacy is understated but really effective."
"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."
"Steven is excellent. He provides clear and concise advice, and is always highly responsive."
"Steven is extremely responsive and we have no hesitations putting him in front of clients."
"Steven Walker is an absolutely excellent cross-examiner. He is very subtle but he asks all the right questions. He has a very good grasp of extremely complex facts."
"Steven is a consummate professional. He's really clever, considered and meticulous in his preparation. His advocacy is understated but really effective."
"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."
"Steven is excellent. He provides clear and concise advice, and is always highly responsive."
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