UK Bar
Construction - London (Bar)
Paul Darling KC
Paul Darling KC is a heavyweight silk with a strong global practice that often involves tribunal work in the Far and Middle East. His domestic work sees him regularly appearing before the TCC in an array of high-value cases.
Strengths
"He has got a robustness of style and he is a very convincing advocate."
"If you have a very difficult case which needs an advocate at short notice where only an impressive court manner can obtain a result, Paul is one of the very top of the list."
"Paul is an excellent tactician."
International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering - London (Bar)
Paul Darling KC
Paul Darling KC is distinguished for his expert handling of construction and engineering-related international arbitrations, and he has been involved in matters heard under the rules of many leading arbitral institutions including the ICC, HKIAC, DIAC, the LCIA and SIAC. His forte lies in handling hearings that require considerable cross-examination of various expert witnesses. In his long-running career he has handled arbitrations in Singapore, the Middle East and Hong Kong.
Strengths
"He has an outstanding reputation."
"He's very persuasive."
Professional Negligence: Technology & Construction - London (Bar)
Paul Darling KC
Paul Darling KC is a silk who has cultivated an impressively global practice, particularly in construction-related disputes. He has significant experience in professional negligence matters and has brought such cases to the TCC and the appellate courts. He acts for and against architects, project managers and surveyors.
Strengths
"He's got a very charming style of advocacy. He weaves a story for the judge and makes the case very palatable."