Construction

Sean Brannigan KC is a top-drawer silk widely hailed for his courtroom presence. He regularly acts in high-value domestic cases and in major international arbitration seated worldwide, with an emphasis on work in the Far and Middle East. He is supremely capable in handling disputes relating to the largest projects internationally, from city-wide transport infrastructure to large-scale hospital developments.

James Bowling is an excellent junior who regularly appears in both domestic and international arbitration, and frequently advises on complex litigation and adjudications in the UK, as well as enforcement matters. He regularly acts unled for a client base that includes multinational corporations and national governments. His work includes construction mandates arising in the hospitality and real estate development sectors.

Kate Livesey is a prominent junior who frequently appears unled in the TCC and before international tribunals, with a particular emphasis on construction-related professional negligence cases. She has represented an array of clients, including contractors, subcontractors and insurers in a number of high-value disputes.

Luke Wygas is a well-regarded junior who frequently advises on complex construction disputes, arbitrations and adjudications. He is able to draw upon his previous experience as a civil engineer to inform his burgeoning practice, particularly in areas such as concrete and nuclear projects. The geographical scope of his practice continues to expand as he handles disputes arising out of projects in Africa and Asia.

Lynne McCafferty KC is lauded for her skill in complex, highly technical construction disputes. Her robust domestic practice complements her impressive international arbitration offering, which is focused on the Middle East. She is particularly active in disputes involving aspects of professional negligence. She receives extensive praise for her client-friendly approach.

Rachel Ansell KC is a highly lauded advocate with a strong reputation for her high-quality casework, domestically and internationally. She has been particularly active in international arbitrations, and has advised on matters arising in Europe, the Middle East and Australia. She is regularly instructed by major clients, such as prominent contractors, on matters in the energy and transport infrastructure spheres.

Thomas Crangle is a leading junior with a robust litigation offering and a burgeoning international arbitration practice. He is increasingly acting as sole counsel in arbitration, adjudication and TCC proceedings. His experience also includes appearances before the Court of Appeal. He offers particular expertise in disputes arising from developments in the media sector.

Alexander Hickey KC has established a thriving practice in construction-related disputes. His skills as an advocate earn him considerable praise, particularly when deployed in adjudication enforcement cases. He is increasingly involved in cases in the Middle East, especially those in the infrastructure and energy sectors. He has been particularly active in complex PFI disputes.

Benjamin Pilling KC is a high-quality silk with a substantial practice in both the UK and the Middle East. He has worked in a number of large-scale construction disputes in the residential, infrastructure and transport remits.

Claire Packman KC is a robust silk who advises a diverse client base, including major contractors, engineers and developers. Her wide-reaching practice includes significant engagements in high-value adjudications and TCC cases, as well as international arbitration proceedings. She is particularly adept at dealing with disputes concerning engineering or design failures, as well as those with professional negligence elements. She receives considerable praise for her superb drafting skills.

Jessica Stephens KC undertakes a wide range of construction mandates, including TCC and arbitration proceedings. She is experienced in handling disputes arising out of energy projects and real estate developments in both domestic and international settings.

Daniel Churcher has an established reputation for handling a wide array of construction disputes. He acts in litigation arising out of domestic and international projects, including major residential, transport and hospitality developments, and is noted for his growing expertise in cases involving large-scale developments in the Middle East.

Daniel Khoo has notable experience of both UK-based and international arbitrations, adjudications and litigation, particularly including matters that relate to contracts and agreements such as NEC, FIDIC and JCT forms. His cross-border practice sees him represent clients in venues across Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

James Leabeater KC is frequently instructed in complex international arbitration cases as part of his impressive construction practice. He has acted in large claims nationally and internationally, including in the Middle East and Australia. He has been particularly active in disputes involving hospitality and student accommodation developments, and his broad practice includes disputes arising from the shipping industry and cladding and fire safety issues.

Jeremy Nicholson KC is a respected silk with a wealth of experience in handling construction litigation and arbitrations. He is also noted for his adroit handling of construction-related professional negligence claims. He is frequently instructed in complex multiparty proceedings in the TCC.

Jonathan Lewis KC is a strong practitioner who regularly represents prominent clients such as major public bodies and large contractors. He has acted in high-profile disputes, adjudications and arbitrations. He has experience in handling disputes relating to oil and gas infrastructure, transportation and housing developments.

Simon Henderson is a widely respected senior junior who has acted in an impressive range of construction disputes and related professional negligence claims. He acts for employers as well as contractors, and his previous work has seen him act on behalf of architects and engineers.

Daniel Goodkin operates an impressive construction practice in both international and domestic contexts. He is frequently led on major international arbitrations, particularly those relating to developments in the Middle East. Domestically, he appears in high-value adjudications and cases heard in the TCC.

Ed Jones is increasingly well versed in handling large-scale energy and infrastructure projects, both domestically and in the Middle East. His work has included numerous adjudications, TCC litigation and international arbitration.

Gideon Shirazi is a well-regarded barrister who regularly appears in the TCC on high-value construction disputes. He regularly advises on delay and defect matters in the healthcare and energy sectors.

Martyn Naylor is a versatile and well-reputed junior. He is experienced in a range of construction matters, and often handles complex disputes. Additionally, he is adept at matters relating to cladding and the Building Safety Act.

Matthew Thorne has significant experience as both junior and sole counsel in major construction litigation and arbitration. He has notable expertise in cladding claims.

Mek Mesfin acts on an impressively broad span of construction disputes, including professional negligence cases. He routinely appears on cases heard in the TCC, in addition to the Commercial Court and Court of Appeal. He holds particular expertise in the Building Safety Act, and is well versed in arbitration matters, adjudications and mediations.

Sanjay Patel KC has a strong reputation for his handling of complex construction and engineering disputes. He has particular expertise in rail and energy-related construction litigation.

Jennie Gillies has extensive experience of construction law disputes, as well as related professional negligence litigation. She is frequently instructed in high-value domestic claims concerning breaches of contract and defective works.