Property Damage
UK Bar Guide 2025 : London (Bar)
Band 2
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(020) 7242 2523Chambers Review
Gatehouse Chambers represents a strong choice for clients with "great expertise" across a broad array of complex and high-value property damage disputes. Members of the set are renowned for their impressive handling of major construction and property development matters, including allegations of negligence. They offer capabilities in claims involving fires, floods and industrial-scale damage. Members of the chambers represented Sky and Mace in a liability claim worth £35 million for the repair of damage caused to the largest flat roof in Europe. Sources highlight that "Gatehouse Chambers has some real superstars who are capable of handling top-tier work in this area."
James Duncan-Hartill is the practice director.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The clerking is always very strong and responsive."
"The clerks are really good and easy to communicate with."
"The staff are welcoming and friendly, as well as being helpful and accommodating."
"The clerking is always very strong and responsive."
"The clerks are really good and easy to communicate with."
"The staff are welcoming and friendly, as well as being helpful and accommodating."
Notable Practitioners
Paul Reed KC is a highly respected property damage silk who wins praise for his considerable expertise in construction and insurance matters. He is regularly instructed in substantial high-profile claims concerning multiple parties, and isnoted for experience handling fire damage cases.
"Paul provides detailed advice, and is very experienced and very knowledgeable."
"Paul is a commanding individual in the field and CAR insurance in particular."
"Paul is a highly safe pair of hands. He knows the policies back to front."
Catherine Piercy KC is a proficient propertydamagebarrister skilled ininsurance and construction-related disputes. She is capable of dealing with avariety of casesincluding those relating to fire, explosion and water damage.Her clients include insurers and property owners.
"Catherine is very experienced and is terrific with lay clients."
David Pliener KC is known for his expert handling of highly technical disputes. He also possesses invaluable understanding of the construction industry and is often instructed in cases with an international aspect. Pliener isskilled in handling both the insurance and negligence aspects of damage claims.
"David is tactically astute but is also commercially strong. He's excellent at dealing with all types of clients."
"David's advice is always considered, commercial and sensible."
"He has a charming style and is easy to connect with."
Sarah McCann is frequently instructed on complex electrical fire damage claims. Her property damage practice is bolstered by her construction expertise and knowledge of insurance law.
"Sarah is sharp and is well liked."
Michael Wheater KC offers expertise across a broad range of property damage disputes, including those arising from fires, explosions and floods. His broad client base includes insurers, property owners and tenants.
"Michael is an incredibly strong advocate in an understated way and he is also highly versatile."
"Michael is exceptional and is on top of all the details."
Ranked Barristers at
Gatehouse Chambers
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London (Bar)