Justin Mort KC

Infrastructure & Utilities

Energy & Natural Resources

Engineering & Geotechnical Disputes

PFI/PPP

Injunctions

Applications Arising Under the Arbitration Act 1996

Rail & Infrastructure Disputes

Justin Mort KC specialises in high value construction disputes with particular interest in and expertise in (1) energy, (2) infrastructure and (3) process engineering projects.

Justin is recommended for Construction in both Chambers Global and Legal 500. He is also recommended in the Legal 500 for Middle East (construction) and for international arbitration. Comments in the current editions of these directories include:

“Dedicated 100% to the matter before him. His work ethic and focus is commendable. He made himself available so can prepare on short notice and put in a stellar show at the hearing.”

“Justin is a persuasive advocate who tears through detail to get to the points that really matter. His advocacy is exceptional – clear, cogent and compelling.”

“Simplifies the complicated. Knows his stuff. Great to work with.”

“He is regularly called upon in international disputes regarding energy projects.”

“His attention to detail is phenomenal and his cross-examination style formidable.”

These comments, and similar ones appearing in the directories over the last 20+ years, are both accurate and apposite: Justin has an unparalleled reputation as a successful trial advocate, cross-examiner, strategist and lawyer.

Justin is a huge team player. He is immediately responsive to client demands and questions at any time of day. He ensures that the wider client team are fully engaged in his proposed trial strategy. Uniquely he provides detailed notes of his proposed oral submissions and cross examination to the client well in advance of any hearing for comment, and in order to ensure that the client team can better follow and appreciate his method during any hearing. His working habits (typically starting at 4am or 5am London time) correspond well with clients based in time zones located to the east of London such as in the Middle East or in China.

Justin’s innumerable reported cases arising from court proceedings, particularly in the TCC, and the original and ingenious legal arguments that he has deployed in fighting them, together constitute a formidable contribution to the law governing construction claims and arbitration.

Society of Construction Law

Technology and Construction Bar Association (committee member 2008 - 2012

LCIA

King's College Construction Law Association

Commercial Bar Association

Contributor to Keating on Construction Contracts 10th Edition (2016)

Contributor to Keating on NEC3 (2012)