Keystone Law

Construction Law/ Professional Negligence

James is an experienced construction and engineering law specialist, with a practice in both contentious and non-contentious matters spanning almost 10 years.

James has extensive experience drafting and negotiating JCT, NEC and bespoke construction contracts relating to large-scale UK and international developments and infrastructure projects. He regularly advises clients on risk allocation, contract negotiations and amendments, procurement and ancillary security documents such as collateral warranties, performance bonds and insurance aspects.

James has particular experience in matters concerning building safety, having led numerous complex disputes on behalf of claimant owners, landlords, and contractors. He is also well-versed in disputes involving delay, disruption, defective works, quantum claims (including interim and final account disputes), and wrongful termination.

James has strong knowledge and experience of all forms of ADR, including adjudication, arbitration, mediation, expert determination, commercial negotiations, pre-action work, and High Court litigation.

James’ clients include employers, developers, contractors, sub-contractors, specialist construction consultants, government bodies, registered providers of social housing, and high-net-worth clients.