Construction: Professional Negligence

Ben Patten KC runs an impressive and wide-ranging professional negligence practice focusing in particular on claims arising in the construction and technology sectors. He acts for both claimants and defendants in negligence actions involving engineers, contractors, architects and other professionals, and is a recognised contributor to the body of writing on professional negligence.

Roger Stewart KC is a well-regarded construction specialist who acts for claimants and defendants in complex professional negligence disputes. He is also well versed in related insurance claims and in international arbitration. He has experience of acting in appellate matters, including before the Supreme Court.

Siân Mirchandani KC is experienced in a variety of construction-related negligence areas, representing civil engineers, developers and architects, as well as software engineers. She represents both claimants and defendants, and is often involved in disputes involving highly technical elements.

Tim Chelmick is a highly regarded professional negligence barrister who represents architects and engineers as well as claimant employers, main contractors and others. His background in chemistry and IT enables him to excel in particularly technical cases.

Tom Asquith has strong experience of appearing in TCC disputes, representing contractors, architects and surveyors. His expertise includes cladding and fire safety issues.

Chris Greenwood's well-established professional negligence practice sees him acting in high-stakes construction-related matters. He is regularly sought out by owners, developers, engineers and architects in claims involving commercial and residential properties. He has impressive experience of appearing in High Court claims.

Hugh Saunders has a solid professional negligence practice and vast experience in construction and technology cases, having previously been a software engineer. He is well versed in defective design claims, acting for both claimants and defendants.

Neil Hext KC is an acclaimed practitioner who is regularly entrusted with high-stakes professional negligence matters. He has considerable experience of both domestic litigation and international arbitration, and handles high-value claims.