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Construction: Professional Negligence - All Circuits
Individual Editorial
Samuel Townend KC has amassed a considerable body of expertise in fire safety issues affecting major residential developments. He has acted for claimants and defendants, including fire engineers, in associated professional negligence claims.
Strengths
Sam is a go-to silk for high-value construction disputes. He is very able technically, quick to come back to you and a first-rate tactician.
Samuel Townend is a very able practitioner.
International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Samuel Townend KC is a very accomplished arbitration practitioner regularly instructed to act in a wide range of jurisdictions with a particularly in-depth knowledge of matters taking place in India. He has acted as counsel under ICC and SIAC rules, and mandates often in involve dispute over transportation and infrastructure.
Strengths
Sam is great to work with - a fantastic lawyer, good with clients and knows how to tackle thorny issues delicately.
Construction - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
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.
Strengths
Samuel Townend is an excellent advocate.