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Keating Chambers

Construction

UK Bar Guide 2026 : London (Bar)


Keating Chambers

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Construction - London (Bar)

Band 1

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What the Team is Known For

Keating Chambers is noted for its "world-leading advocates in complex construction litigation." The set is well known for the quality of both its outstanding silks and its accomplished juniors. Members of Keating act in complex domestic cases in the TCC, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court, as well as in high-profile cases and arbitrations abroad. The set acts for clients across the construction sector in projects ranging from major energy and infrastructure developments to commercial and residential schemes. The set's members continue to act in the largest pieces of litigation relating to the Building Safety Act.

Strengths

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  • All the clerks are very good, and Joint Director of Clerking James Luxmoore, in particular, is superb.

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  • The clerks at Keating set the bar for the standard of clerking.

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  • The Keating clerks are extremely responsive and effective at providing appropriate available counsel.

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  • James Luxmoore, Robert Garvan, practice manager, and Paul Adams, senior practice manager, are polite, knowledgeable and proactive. They ensure that any requests or issues are addressed promptly.

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  • Headed by James Luxmoore and Will Shrubsall, the clerks at Keating Chambers are widely recognised for their outstanding service and responsiveness.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Star IndividualsAlexander Nissen
    Star IndividualsAlexander Nissen

    Alexander Nissen

    Alexander Nissen KC is a widely praised silk who acts for prominent employers and contractors in a range of disputes spanning the breadth of the construction industry. He has vast experience in high-value, multiparty matters at both the national and international levels. He is regularly instructed to represent clients in the TCC and the Court of Appeal, as well as in adjudication and arbitration. He handles litigation involving a broad array of construction projects, including those in the energy, infrastructure and housing sectors.

    • Alexander Nissen is an absolute standout heavyweight at the Bar and phenomenal talent when it comes to construction disputes.

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    • He is a formidable addition to any legal team.

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    • He is very much at the top of his game. You can always rely on Alexander to be all over the detail, leaving no stone unturned.

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    • His opinions are always excellent.

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  • Star IndividualsSimon Hargreaves
    Star IndividualsSimon Hargreaves

    Simon Hargreaves

    Simon Hargreaves KC is an outstanding silk who is regularly instructed in high-profile cases across a range of sectors, such as residential and energy. He frequently acts in TCC proceedings, adjudications and Court of Appeal matters. He has additional experience in acting for clients involved in construction-related professional negligence disputes.

    • I like his flamboyancy in court. He is a go-to for written advice.

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    • Simon Hargreaves is very strong and client-friendly.

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  • Star IndividualsSimon Hughes
    Star IndividualsSimon Hughes

    Simon Hughes

    Simon Hughes KC has a standout reputation for his sterling work on prominent cases at both the national and international levels. He receives instructions in high-value litigation, adjudication and international arbitration cases running the full gamut of construction issues. He is highlighted for his deep knowledge of construction contracts, especially within the FIDIC framework.

    • He is very strong and excellent.

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    • Simon Hughes is always impressive, especially in hearings.

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  • Band 1Adrian Williamson
    Band 1Adrian Williamson

    Adrian Williamson

    Adrian Williamson KC is a highly regarded silk with considerable experience in representing contractor clients in adjudications and before the TCC. He has particular expertise in cases containing a professional negligence element, and also frequently handles high-value delay and defect claims. He also sits as a deputy High Court judge in the TCC.

    • Adrian Williamson provides superb service and is robust and extremely intelligent. He is very calm under pressure and excellent at thinking on his feet.

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  • Band 1Alexandra Bodnar
    Band 1Alexandra Bodnar

    Alexandra Bodnar

    Alexandra Bodnar is an impressive junior who is increasingly being instructed as sole counsel in highly complex construction disputes. She offers expertise across litigation, arbitration and adjudication proceedings, and regularly appears in the TCC. She offers particular expertise in insurance issues pertaining to construction projects.

    • She offers outstanding knowledge and use of the law, and has impeccable instincts for how the court will take a point.

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    • Alex is a delight to work with, very knowledgeable, a strategic thinker and works hard to ensure the client gets excellent results.

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    • She's fully committed to doing the best for her clients. You know you'll always get a first-class service with her.

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    • Alexandra is a very impressive barrister. She is a safe pair of hands with an unmatched ability to provide flexible solutions and comprehensive advice for clients.

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    • Alex is very strong, bright, responsive, has a good grasp of issues and is good on strategy.

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  • Band 1David Thomas
    Band 1David Thomas

    David Thomas

    David Thomas KC is a top-class silk with a sterling practice both in the UK and overseas. He is acknowledged as a leading expert on NEC contracts, and has significant experience in appearing before the Court of Appeal, TCC, ICC and Dubai World Tribunal. He has been instructed in landmark construction cases in the UK, the Far East and the Middle East.

    • David Thomas has a really nice manner with clients.

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    • He is terrific and has a great clarity of thinking and insight. He has a good manner with lay clients.

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    • His advocacy style is such that he is able to persuade the judges to understand his arguments.

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    • He provides excellent experience in all things construction. He is an elegant and clinical advocate.

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  • Band 1Jonathan Selby
    Band 1Jonathan Selby

    Jonathan Selby

    Jonathan Selby KC is an impressive silk who draws praise for his top-notch work in high-value matters, particularly before the TCC but also regarding adjudications and international arbitration. He has appeared before both the Court of Appeal and the Privy Council. He is singled out by clients for his excellent technical ability and strategic insights.

    • Jonathan is an excellent advocate. He is clear and persuasive and has a good manner with clients.

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    • He's outstanding and his client service is second to none. He inspires confidence and is always available.

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    • Jonathan Selby is a superstar. He is super with clients, incredibly hard-working and leads the team superbly. He gives great comfort to the client in stressful times.

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    • Jonathan is very pragmatic and very direct, which is good. He has become one of the main fire safety cladding barristers.

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  • Band 1Lucy Garrett
    Band 1Lucy Garrett

    Lucy Garrett

    Lucy Garrett KC is an acclaimed silk who is regularly instructed on high-value construction litigation and arbitration worldwide. Her sector expertise includes areas such as energy and shipbuilding, and she has also been active in disputes involving property development. She impresses clients and peers alike with her persuasive advocacy.

    • Lucy Garrett is very engaged, responsive and very commercially aware.

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    • She is a robust advocate who tenaciously puts forward arguments.

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  • Band 1Piers Stansfield
    Band 1Piers Stansfield

    Piers Stansfield

    Piers Stansfield KC is a noteworthy silk whose practice includes frequent instruction in large and complex TCC cases. He is particularly active in disputes pertaining to infrastructure construction. He receives instructions from major contractors as well as employers in the public and private sectors.

    • Piers's insight and intellect are second to none. He prepares meticulously and then makes the presentation of arguments looks effortless.

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    • Piers Stansfield provides astute advice on technical interpretations and how they are to be applied to the wider strategic approach to preserving and promoting the client's interests.

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  • Band 1Rachael O'Hagan
    Band 1Rachael O'Hagan

    Rachael O'Hagan

    Rachael O'Hagan is a gifted junior who is regularly instructed in high-value litigation and arbitration for a diverse client base, including major contractors and government bodies. Her body of work includes significant matters in energy, infrastructure and residential development. She is increasingly active as sole counsel in large disputes. She offers specialist expertise in nuclear projects.

    • She is very well prepared, picks up complex points quickly and understands well which points to push and which to leave.

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    • She makes sure what she's pleading about is correct and is really rigorous.

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    • She is able to integrate with the legal team and to successfully lead on major international infrastructure projects. She is good on her feet, and presents clearly and persuasively.

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    • She provides excellent clarity of analysis. Thoughts and opinions are presented in a common-sense practical way, enabling solutions to be found.

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  • Band 1Vincent Moran
    Band 1Vincent Moran

    Vincent Moran

    Vincent Moran KC is an excellent practitioner with a reputation for producing high-quality trial and tribunal work. His practice includes a focus on construction-related professional negligence and he regularly acts in large-scale cases in the TCC. He is particularly active in construction disputes involving energy and PFI projects.

    • Without question, Vincent is the definitive go-to KC for any construction dispute.

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    • Vincent is intellectually brilliant.

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  • Band 2Alice Sims
    Band 2Alice Sims

    Alice Sims

    Alice Sims is a quality practitioner who acts in high-profile cases in the TCC and before international tribunals. Her practice spans a wide range of matters across the construction sector, with clients in the energy and commercial development spheres, among others.

    • She is impressive and effective as our advocate.

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    • Alice is responsive and very good with the clients.

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    • Alice is a great junior to work with. She's sharp, not afraid to roll up her sleeves and great with clients.

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    • Alice is brilliant and one of the best barristers I have ever worked with. She is exceedingly smart and has excellent advocacy skills.

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  • Band 2Brenna Conroy
    Band 2Brenna Conroy

    Brenna Conroy

    Brenna Conroy is a well-regarded barrister who is highly sought after for construction disputes. She is increasingly taking on significant litigation, adjudications and international arbitration. She is especially active in disputes arising from energy and transport infrastructure projects.

    • One of our favourites - she goes the extra mile and is always fighting for the client.

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    • Brenna is an excellent barrister. I value her opinion, her ability to speak in a way my client understands and her willingness to get stuck in at the outset.

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    • She is easy to work with, always available and always gets the work done to the highest level.

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  • Band 2Charles Thompson
    Band 2Charles Thompson

    Charles Thompson

    Charles Thompson is an impressive junior specialising in construction contract disputes, in addition to his insurance practice. He has already gained expertise in cases relating to major infrastructure projects domestically as well as experience in Middle Eastern work.

    • Charlie is approachable and commercial and always delivers clear and strategic advice.

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    • Charlie Thompson has excellent practical experience with construction.

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    • He is an excellent junior.

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    • He is very responsive and happy to roll up his sleeves.

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    • Charlie is fantastic and a real pleasure to work with. He is hard-working, technical and very client-friendly.

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  • Band 2David Sheard
    Band 2David Sheard

    David Sheard

    David Sheard is a highly regarded junior with a broad practice covering construction law and related professional negligence disputes. He has exceptional knowledge of fire safety disputes, including those arising from cladding.

    • David Sheard is excellent on every level and one of the best Construction Bar specialists.

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    • David is one of the most exceptional junior barristers I have worked with.

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    • David is excellent with the team, understanding the wider commercial picture and really gets to grips with the detail of the case.

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  • Band 2James Thompson
    Band 2James Thompson

    James Thompson

    James Thompson is a strong junior who is often instructed in high-value domestic construction cases and international arbitrations. He has been active in construction cases arising in the energy and property development sectors. He is increasingly instructed as sole counsel in TCC and other ADR proceedings.

    • James is an impressive junior, consistently delivering technically excellent, commercial and comprehensive advice.

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    • James is very prompt to respond and great on tactics and strategy.

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    • James Thompson is very client-friendly and has an exceptional gift of getting into complicated issues and is excellent at bringing sense to expert evidence in a clear and concise way.

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  • Band 2Justin Mort
    Band 2Justin Mort

    Justin Mort

    Justin Mort KC is regularly sought out by major contractors in final account disputes. He is noted for his extensive experience in adjudications. He is regularly called upon in international disputes regarding energy projects, and has a wealth of experience in acting before the TCC and the Chancery Division.

    • Justin is a brilliant advocate. I cannot speak highly enough of him. Justin would be the first barrister I would go to in the future with new instructions.

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    • Justin has an acute legal mind, capable of presenting complex legal issues clearly and articulately.

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    • Justin Mort is phenomenal in all areas, and through his exacting standards and knowledge brings up all other members of the legal team.

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    • His advocacy was all round very impressive and effective. He does an excellent cross-examination.

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    • Justin Mort is extremely bright, hard-working and seemingly available around the clock. Justin's advocacy is succinct, impactful and extremely effective.

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  • Band 2Paul Bury
    Band 2Paul Bury

    Paul Bury

    Paul Bury receives instructions in a wide range of construction disputes as junior and sole counsel. He has extensive experience in the TCC, including in cases relating to high-value infrastructure and development projects.

    • He is a great advocate and very intelligent. He gives excellent advice.

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    • His written opinion was excellent. He was available and easy to work with. I would instruct him again without question.

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    • Paul Bury provides an incredibly good service. He always works tirelessly to support a client.

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    • Paul really involves himself in the detail of the matter. He is thorough and incredibly responsive.

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  • Band 2Sarah Hannaford
    Band 2Sarah Hannaford

    Sarah Hannaford

    Sarah Hannaford KC is a gifted silk with a diverse practice that includes a noted specialism in construction procurement. She has considerable experience in acting for public sector bodies in disputes and adjudications. She also has a strong track record in the energy sector. Her experience includes advising on high-value delay and professional negligence claims.

    • Sarah Hannaford is a real tour de force. She is engaging, fiercely intelligent and loved by the clients.

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    • She has first-class analytical skills and an excellent attention to detail.

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    • Sarah is very precise, clear on the way pleadings should be prepared and gives a good level of information. She is very authoritative in court.

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    • Sarah is an extremely well-regarded silk. She is passionate about her cases and very impressive in oral submissions.

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  • Band 2Sarah Williams
    Band 2Sarah Williams

    Sarah Williams

    Sarah Williams is a popular junior with a strong practice that often sees her instructed in high-value TCC litigation and international arbitration. She has niche strength in engineering design-related disputes. Her construction practice has also seen her advise on infrastructure, utilities, housing and energy projects.

    • Sarah advised very well.

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    • Sarah Williams provides good clear submissions and has a good strategic brain. She quickly arrives at the heart of the issue.

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    • In court, she is measured but effective, and has helped to secure excellent results.

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    • She is a very good junior, hard-working and diligent.

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    • Sarah is a superb construction barrister. She quickly masters the facts, is very sensible and produces excellent written and oral submissions. She is very good at dealing with clients too.

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  • Band 2Tom Coulson
    Band 2Tom Coulson

    Tom Coulson

    Tom Coulson has significant experience as junior or sole counsel in TCC proceedings. He is also active in domestic adjudications and arbitrations, and is well versed in an array of standard form construction contracts.

    • Tom has proved his ability to get across huge swathes of material, to cross-examine effectively and to prepare concise pleadings which deal with a multitude of knotty issues with incredible clarity.

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    • Tom Coulson is razor-sharp with his advocacy. He is one of the most user-friendly barristers we use.

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    • Tom Coulson is my go-to junior on construction disputes. He gives sensible and pragmatic advice.

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    • Tom Coulson's written work is outstanding. It is some of the best I have seen.

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    • He is a real star in the making. He is incredibly intelligent and competent.

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  • Band 3Abdul Jinadu
    Band 3Abdul Jinadu

    Abdul Jinadu

    Abdul Jinadu is an experienced practitioner with a strong adjudication element to his practice. He regularly appears in litigation and arbitration, and has advised an array of clients including public sector bodies, developers and contractors. He has been particularly active in adjudication proceedings.

    • The quality of work produced by Abdul was consistently excellent and he was a pleasure to work with.

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    • Abdul is extremely hard-working and dedicated. He is always on hand to ensure deadlines are met, and even at short notice.

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    • His advocacy was persuasive, well structured and tailored to the complexities of the case, demonstrating both legal precision and strategic insight.

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  • Band 3Ben Sareen
    Band 3Ben Sareen

    Ben Sareen

    Ben Sareen is lauded by instructing solicitors for his high-quality construction practice. He frequently represents major contractors in litigation and arbitrations, both in the UK and abroad, and is especially proficient in professional negligence cases.

    • He works well in a team.

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    • He provides great attention to detail and is fantastic with clients.

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  • Band 3Calum Lamont
    Band 3Calum Lamont

    Calum Lamont

    Calum Lamont KC is a highly acclaimed barrister who is frequently instructed in large construction disputes, both nationally and in the Middle East. He has experience in both litigation and arbitration proceedings. His excellent practice sees him advise on disputes arising from numerous high-profile infrastructure projects.

    • Calum has a creative legal mind, and is willing and capable to unlock complex technical and commercial issues on major infrastructure projects.

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    • Calum provided robust commercial advice.

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    • Calum is a ferocious advocate, lightning-sharp and is a real force to be reckoned with.

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  • Band 3Emma Healiss
    Band 3Emma Healiss

    Emma Healiss

    Emma Healiss is a rising star in the construction law field. She is a highly sought-after junior both as sole and junior counsel. She has broad experience of construction, energy and procurement law proceedings both in the TCC and at various adjudication hearings.

    • She's first-class and is destined to go to the top. She is really impressive and highly talented.

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    • Emma Healiss is a first-rate junior.

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    • Emma is extremely responsive and consistently provides high-quality advice and drafting.

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    • Emma is very knowledgeable and has great attention to detail and is always well prepared for battle.

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    • I was impressed at her level of knowledge. She was particularly good on her feet, even when up against a far more senior counsel.

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  • Band 3Gaynor Chambers
    Band 3Gaynor Chambers

    Gaynor Chambers

    Gaynor Chambers offers expert representation to claimants and defendants in complex construction disputes, drawing on her additional experience in acting as an adjudicator. She is especially well versed in litigation involving water-related construction projects and disputes arising under the New Roads and Street Works Act.

    • Gaynor works exceptionally hard for the client and understands what the client needs to achieve. Both Gaynor's written work and advocacy style are second to none.

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    • Gaynor is a great advocate and a very strong tactician. Her work product is excellent.

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    • Gaynor's work is always done to a high standard.

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  • Band 3Gideon Scott Holland
    Band 3Gideon Scott Holland

    Gideon Scott Holland

    Gideon Scott Holland is an experienced junior whose practice includes frequent instruction in contractual disputes. He has been active in arbitration and litigation, and his extensive contractual expertise extends across JCT, ICE, NEC and PFI formats. As well as being an experienced advocate in the TCC, in the Court of Appeal and in arbitrations, he is frequently engaged as an adjudicator and mediator.

    • He is very solid.

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    • He offers excellent technical and commercial awareness, and establishes a strong rapport with everyone involved.

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  • Band 3Harry Smith
    Band 3Harry Smith

    Harry Smith

    Harry Smith centres his practice on disputes in the construction and energy sectors, with work relating to infrastructure, healthcare and residential developments in particular. He is highly experienced in TCC and High Court proceedings along with adjudications.

    • He dealt with complex issues and progressed matters very quickly.

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    • Harry provides clear legal analysis and opinion on technical issues.

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    • Harry has great technical skills and is responsive to requests for assistance.

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    • He is a very incisive advocate and an outstanding junior. He has excellent practical experience with construction.

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  • Band 3James Frampton
    Band 3James Frampton

    James Frampton

    James Frampton has a rapidly growing reputation and has notable expertise in contractual disputes and defect claims. He has additional experience in construction adjudications and adjudication enforcement hearings.

    • James is a client favourite and has an exceptional talent for digesting and understanding the heart of the issue in dispute.

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    • James Frampton is a very strong barrister who provides clear and succinct advice on often complex areas of construction law.

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    • James is one of the best barristers I have witnessed in terms of client relations; he understands not just his clients' needs but also them as people.

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    • His written submissions have been excellent.

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    • He is well regarded by clients and his strategic and commercial advice is pragmatic.

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  • Band 3Jennie Wild
    Band 3Jennie Wild

    Jennie Wild

    Jennie Wild is highly experienced in handling both UK-based and international construction disputes, especially in relation to energy, transport and infrastructure projects. She is well versed in acting as sole counsel, and her work has seen her tackle topical issues such as cladding and fire safety defects.

    • Jennie provides robust but commercially focused advice to clients. She is able to get to the heart of a matter quickly.

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    • Jennie has a good eye for the detail and is very firm and focused with her advocacy.

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  • Band 3John McMillan
    Band 3John McMillan

    John McMillan

    John McMillan brings his experience working at a multinational law firm to the Construction Bar to great effect. He regularly appears before the TCC on complex matters and has a strong international construction arbitration practice.

    • John McMillan is a very effective advocate.

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    • John exudes a quiet confidence that calms clients and judges alike.

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    • His advocacy and cross-examination skills are exceptional, marked by razor-sharp precision and impeccable preparation.

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    • John has excelled with supporting the client and leading counsel, and was trusted to undertake complex advocacy.

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    • John is technically excellent and fantastic with the client team.

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  • Band 3Krista Lee
    Band 3Krista Lee

    Krista Lee

    Krista Lee KC has deep knowledge across a range of construction matters. She has extensive experience of appearing before the TCC, and is noted for her deep understanding of NEC3 contracts. She is very active in energy, transport infrastructure and large commercial developments.

    • Krista Lee is very impressive, charming and clients love her. She is strong on written work as well as advocacy.

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    • Krista offered good and clear advice on a few difficult legal questions. She was able to anticipate questions that might arise and answer them ahead of being asked.

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    • Krista has an in-depth technical knowledge and understanding of the construction profession.

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    • Krista Lee is very diligent, with great attention to detail.

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    • She is an incredibly smart and effective advocate.

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  • Band 3Marc Rowlands
    Band 3Marc Rowlands

    Marc Rowlands

    Marc Rowlands KC has a robust construction practice and particular expertise in the transport and infrastructure sectors. He is noted for his experience in advising on disputes involving rail infrastructure projects, and receives praise for his strong experience in rail-related matters. He has significant experience both domestically and abroad, and has been called to the Bar of the Bahamas, the Dubai International Financial Centre and the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.

    • Marc Rowlands is incredibly talented and an expert in complicated contracts. He gives commercial, pragmatic advice.

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  • Band 3Matthew Finn
    Band 3Matthew Finn

    Matthew Finn

    Matthew Finn is a specialist construction and engineering barrister who already has considerable experience in both the High Court and Court of Appeal. He has expertise in disputes arising in relation to contract terms, planning permissions and PFI arrangements.

    • His expertise has been very helpful. He is massively knowledgeable about construction law.

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    • He is probably the most industrious and hard-working junior that I've come across. He lives and breathes the case.

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  • Band 3Paul Buckingham
    Band 3Paul Buckingham

    Paul Buckingham

    Paul Buckingham KC is an excellent barrister whose science and engineering background informs his legal practice. He regularly acts in a range of highly technical and complex construction disputes. His sterling work in the energy and renewables sectors, both in the UK and abroad, is particularly noteworthy. He is experienced with handling international arbitration as well as proceedings in the TCC.

    • He is approachable and strategic and offers practical advice that provides for the realities of working with busy and under-resourced clients.

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    • There is nobody better when it comes to the most highly complex engineering cases, and his passion to get into the detail is clear to see.

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    • Paul is able to digest down information into a format that is understandable by the client. He exceeds expectations in the way he provides advice.

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  • Band 3Sean Wilken
    Band 3Sean Wilken

    Sean Wilken

    Sean Wilken KC is a formidable silk with a diverse practice, who regularly undertakes high-profile construction disputes including complex international arbitration and litigation. His clients include public entities, contractors and developers. He regularly handles cases in the infrastructure and energy sectors, and is recommended for his intimate knowledge of PFI projects.

    • He is very good and has a brilliant manner about him. The service you get out of guys like him is excellent.

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    • Sean Wilken is a great of the sector with more brainpower than any other barrister that I have worked with. The answer he gives you will be the right one.

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    • He's the full package, and in my experience there are very few barristers who are like that.

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  • Band 3Thomas Lazur
    Band 3Thomas Lazur

    Thomas Lazur

    Thomas Lazur is a respected junior with a wealth of experience in advising on construction disputes involving transport infrastructure and energy projects. He advises on domestic and international construction matters, and receives instructions from both contractors and employers.

    • Tom goes that extra mile and makes my job easier.

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    • Tom Lazur performed very well on his feet and had a mastery of the facts.

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  • Band 3Tom Owen
    Band 3Tom Owen

    Tom Owen

    Tom Owen KC regularly appears as sole counsel before the TCC. He receives excellent feedback for his strong advocacy in construction disputes. He has experience of acting in significant enforcement disputes.

    • He is very practical and incisive. If I want an opinion, I always go to him.

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    • Tom Owen provides excellent client service, with the ability to distil complicated matters into simpler terms.

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    • Tom is extremely knowledgeable and provides outstanding strategic advice.

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    • Tom is a pleasure to deal with and always gives clear advice in a manner that is easy for clients to understand.

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    • Tom Owen is at the top of his game and a fierce advocate in support of clients' interests.

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  • Band 4Callum Monro Morrison
    Band 4Callum Monro Morrison

    Callum Monro Morrison

    Callum Monro Morrison is developing a strong construction practice. He regularly appears in the High Court and has experience at appellate level. He has particular expertise in complex PFI and cladding disputes.
    • He is absolutely lovely, a delight to work with, super-clever and drafts beautifully.

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  • Band 4Fionnuala McCredie
    Band 4Fionnuala McCredie

    Fionnuala McCredie

    Fionnuala McCredie KC is a well-regarded silk with a notable construction procurement practice, and has acted in a number of valuable adjudications and TCC litigation. She often handles construction cases with professional negligence and insurance elements.

    • Fionnuala McCredie is charm itself, with a vice-like grip of the facts. She is a relentless advocate.

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    • She is a good all-rounder.

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  • Band 4Harriet Di Francesco
    Band 4Harriet Di Francesco

    Harriet Di Francesco

    Harriet Di Francesco is well versed in a wide variety of specialised legal disciplines, which complement her construction practice, including adjudication and international arbitration, professional negligence and procurement. She brings to bear substantial experience at the TCC and in adjudication enforcement.

    • Harriet is completely on top of the detail, prompt and practical at advising and realistic in her assessment of prospects.

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    • Harriet was a consummate professional, delivering an excellent standard of drafted pleadings and helpful input on strategy to progress the matter.

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    • Harriet quickly got up to speed.

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    • She is very good, very detailed, competent and quick.

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    • She did some great submissions. I would definitely consider using her again in the future.

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  • Band 4Samuel Townend
    Band 4Samuel Townend

    Samuel Townend

    Samuel Townend KC is a gifted barrister who is increasingly entrusted to act as sole counsel on high-value disputes in the TCC and arbitration proceedings. He frequently acts on behalf of engineering companies and contractors, and is especially renowned for his expertise in construction disputes involving insurance elements.

    • Samuel Townend is an excellent advocate.

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  • Band 4William Webb
    Band 4William Webb

    William Webb

    William Webb KC frequently acts in complex construction disputes. His practice includes high-value domestic litigation and international arbitration. His experience includes cases in the Court of Appeal as well as the TCC.

    • He offers very sound advice and is confident.

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    • William Webb is a genuine expert in all things construction.

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    • He is a likeable advocate, who is good at defusing things through humour.

      Construction respondentUK Bar
    • William Webb is one of my go-to barristers on construction-related disputes.

      Construction respondentUK Bar
    • William Webb is a class act and a cut above the rest. He is very client-friendly, strategic and commercial in his approach and a very safe pair of hands on the most complex of disputes.

      Construction respondentUK Bar
  • New SilksRichard Coplin
    New SilksRichard Coplin

    Richard Coplin

    Richard Coplin KC is a recent silk who has a solid practice in both domestic and cross-border matters. His prior employment as an engineer allows him expert insight into professional negligence cases. He is also well versed in adjudication claims, and particularly enforcement issues. He is sought out to handle a wide array of construction cases, including those arising in the energy sector.

    • He is very pragmatic and really good on technical issues.

      Construction respondentUK Bar
    • He is very good at law, great with clients and has a strong engineering background.

      Construction respondentUK Bar
    • Richard Coplin has a terrific manner with lawyers and lay clients alike. He is responsive and produces an excellent quality of advice.

      Construction respondentUK Bar

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