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Mayer Brown International LLP
201 BISHOPSGATE
LONDON
EC2M 3AF
England
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Position

James Morris is a partner in the Construction & Engineering and International Arbitration practices of the London office. His practice includes a wide range of dispute resolution, advising employers, contractors, consultants and insurers in relation to all forms of construction related disputes and EU public procurement. He regularly advises on complicated technical disputes, including claims concerning defective design and workmanship, programming, delay, disruption and quantum, which arise out of the major forms of construction and engineering contracts. He is an experienced litigator who has represented clients in complex multi-party litigation in the High Court (Technology and Construction Court), mediations, adjudications and arbitrations (both domestic and international).

James has advised on disputes regarding a wide variety of projects, including jetties, defence facilities, waste management facilities, mines, railways, utilities, office facilities and hospitals. He has represented clients in a number of different jurisdictions in the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

James also has experience of dealing with complex insurance issues and regularly advises insurers on professional indemnity cases.

Lawyer Rankings

London > Insurance > Professional negligence

Mayer Brown International LLP continues to boast a strong construction offering that regularly advises on complex disputes within the sector. The team is co-led by Michael Regan and Sally Davies. Alongside James Morris, Regan is heavily involved in the case of Shepherd Construction v Kingspan & Ors, which concerns a large multi-party cladding claim. Jonathan Stone has extensive experience handling claims relating to architects, contractors, suppliers, and engineers. Robert Hobson is also noted for his capabilities in acting in claims involving defective designs and policy coverage issues. Tim Shepherd departed the firm in April 2024.

London > Real estate > Construction: contentious

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James MorrisMayer Brown International LLP

The ‘knowledgable and informed’ team at Mayer Brown International LLP is well-regarded for its expertise in contract disputes, risk management, and related contentious insurance matters. Led by Michael Regan, the team leverages significant experience in the energy, infrastructure, engineering, and transport sectors. Complex international arbitration matters are another key strength of the team, handled by James Morris and Raid Abu-Manneh. Senior partner and professional indemnity specialist Sally Davies boasts particular expertise in servicing Korean clients, while Kwadwo Sarkodie specialises in dispute resolution in Sub-Saharan Africa. Jonathan Stone is another key member of the team who leads on delay claims, fire safety defects, and contract termination issues.