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Sally Davies

Sally Davies

UK 2026

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Career

Clients turn to Sally Davies for her extensive experience in the litigation, arbitration (domestic and international LCIA, ICC, UNCITRAL), mediation, and adjudication of construction industry disputes.

Sally advises all stakeholders in the construction and infrastructure sectors on all aspects of construction and engineering law. She has helped resolve disputes for a wide array of clients, including airports, sports stadia, harbour facilities, nuclear facilities, waste water treatment plants, LNG plants, motorways, mines, roads, bridges, cranes and railways, dams, office facilities, distribution centres, water treatment facilities, as well as more traditional construction projects.

One of Sally’s most notable and successful cases, in which she defended chartered surveyors and valuers against claims of negligent valuation, proceeded to the House of Lords and is one of the leading cases on the law of damages. Clients trust and admire her considerable experience as well as her pragmatic and engaging approach to client management.

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Construction: Professional Negligence - London (Firms)

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Sally Davies co-leads the construction and engineering professional indemnity team at the firm. She offers a wealth of experience in contentious construction work, frequently representing clients in litigation and adjudication proceedings. She is adept at advising on claims for delays, as well as construction and design defects. Davies also represents clients, including surveyors, architects and construction companies in professional negligence disputes involving valuation, defective materials and design matters.

Construction: Contentious - London (Firms)

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Sally Davies co-leads the construction and engineering professional indemnity team at the firm. She offers a wealth of experience in contentious construction work, frequently representing clients in litigation and adjudication proceedings. She is adept at advising on claims for delays, as well as construction and design defects. Davies also represents clients, including surveyors, architects and construction companies in professional negligence disputes involving valuation, defective materials and design matters.

Strengths

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  • Sally is a powerhouse and a very astute leader who is technically very capable.

    Construction: Professional NegligenceChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Sally Davies is a brilliant lawyer and a leading authority in construction professional indemnity, with an exceptional commitment to client service.

    Construction: Professional NegligenceChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Sally Davies is excellent - very knowledgeable of the industry and its players, and incredibly sensible and commercial.

    Construction: Professional NegligenceChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Sally Davies is a tough and fierce advocate for her client.

    Construction: Professional NegligenceChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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