The English Bar: Construction
Leading silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Sean Brannigan KC
4 Pump Court
Stuart Catchpole KC
Atkin Chambers‘Very hard working, always in command of the documents, and specialist technical issues. Exceptional cross-examiner.’
Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC
Atkin Chambers'Chantal is a pleasure to work with. Very responsive and perceptive. She delivers on promises.'
Karim Ghaly KC
39 Essex Chambers ‘Karim is an incredibly effective oral advocate, and in particular in cross-examination. He is also strong in viewing the case from a strategic perspective, particularly in complex cross-border and highly technical matters.’
Richard Harding KC
Keating Chambers'Richard is a top quality lawyer and a very capable and experienced arbitrator. He is a real expert on construction and engineering law and an accomplished Arabist.'
Alexander Hickey KC
4 Pump Court
James Howells KC
Atkin Chambers'Excellent technical understanding, strategic thinker, incredible at cross-examination.'
Simon Hughes KC
Keating Chambers‘An excellent grasp of construction, a superlative strategic brain, a persuasive advocate and user friendly.’
Riaz Hussain KC
Atkin Chambers'Riaz is forensic in his approach and has a remarkable ability to get to grips with the key issues quickly.'
Simon Lofthouse KC
Atkin Chambers'Simon is probably the best construction silk in a generation. His cross examination is very effective. Excellent attention to detail.'
Andrew Rigney KC
Crown Office Chambers
Marc Rowlands KC
Keating Chambers
Roger Stewart KC
4 New Square Chambers'Extremely engaged and intelligent.'
David Streatfeild-James KC
Atkin Chambers'A formidable advocate and top of his game.'
David Thomas KC
Keating ChambersDavid is a superb legal advocate with deep legal and technical expertise in construction and energy disputes. He has a wealth of experience in handling complex and high-value claims, arbitrations and adjudications. David is a delight to work with and rolls up his sleeves to get the job done. He is responsive, collaborative and supportive, and always strives to deliver clear, concise and effective advice and advocacy.’
Andrew White KC
Atkin Chambers ‘Andrew is an outstanding barrister with extensive expertise in construction disputes. His exceptional ability to digest and analyse vast volumes of case material, transforming them into clear and meticulously documented cases is invaluable. His excellent client-facing skills inspire confidence, as he consistently provides strong leadership and guidance throughout complex legal proceedings.’
Serena Cheng KC
Atkin Chambers
Rupert Choat KC
Atkin Chambers'Fantastic barrister and always able to think outside the box!'
Nicholas Fletcher KC
4 New Square Chambers'Sharp legal mind combined with commercial awareness and pleasant to deal with.'
Neil Hext KC
4 New Square Chambers'Highly analytical and an effective advocate. Judges know they can trust him.'
Adrian Hughes KC
39 Essex Chambers'Exceptional client handling skills, especially with different cultural contexts for international cases. Superb strategic oversight. Succinct and persuasive advocacy, both written and oral. A leader in all senses of the word.'
Calum Lamont KC
Keating Chambers'His cross examination is excellent, particularly with technical experts. Really knows his subject matter.'
James Leabeater KC
4 Pump Court
Krista Lee KC
Keating ChambersShe provides terrific guidance, and is always accessible. In a hearing she comes across as measured but fierce. She is incredibly likeable, and a pleasure to work with.'
Lynne McCafferty KC
4 Pump Court
Justin Mort KC
Keating Chambers'Justin is a high-quality operator. He is able quickly to master large amounts of complex detail and to identify the most effective and persuasive way of presenting that detail to support the client's position. He is very user-friendly with a strong work ethic, quickly assimilating himself into both the solicitor and client teams and working with them to best present any case.'
Claire Packman KC
4 Pump Court
Fiona Parkin KC
Atkin Chambers
Benjamin Pilling KC
4 Pump Court
Marion Smith KC
39 Essex Chambers'A phenomenal communicator and people person, allowing Marion to make the most complicated of points into something we can all follow. Extremely hardworking and never lets you down.'
Marcus Taverner KC
Keating Chambers'Marcus has endless enthusiasm for the task in hand and brings a wealth of experience of complex international construction disputes. His youthful energy belies a wise intelligence, which is just what you need to steer a steady path through the challenges of high-value, multi-issue, modern-day construction dispute resolution.'
Crispin Winser KC
Crown Office Chambers2023 Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
2025 Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
2024 Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Anna Laney KC
Crown Office Chambers
Sanjay Patel KC
4 Pump Court
Camille Slow KC
Atkin Chambers‘Camille has an incredible ability to quickly assimilate large volumes of information, in great detail. She has an impressive understanding of both legal and technical issues surrounding a construction dispute. Her greatest (and most impressive) strength is her cross examination skill set.’