Nitej Davda > Cripps > Tunbridge Wells, England > Lawyer Profile

The construction practice at Cripps is co-headed by Nitej Davda and James Lee in Tunbridge Wells, routinely advising clients on safety requirements under the Building Safety Act. Davda leads on the contentious side, 0ften handling claims of professional negligence and issues arising out of contractor insolvency. Lee is recommended for non-contentious issues, regularly advising on construction contracts and development agreements; he also has a particular expertise with advising on projects within the life sciences sector. The team is supported by Iain Benson, who regularly assists clients with construction insurance and bespoke contracts.

Described as an ‘exceptional legal mind’, Nitej Davda heads the team at Cripps. Based in Tunbridge Wells, Davda has longstanding experience in commercial landlord and tenant disputes as well as professional negligence claims relating to both property and construction. Miles Paffard handles real estate disputes across a variety of sectors, including retail, infrastructure, and hospitality. Mike Scott and Richard Housley are standout lawyers in the team. Scott is recommended for developer disputes, right to light claims, and restrictive covenants, while Housley is skilled with matters relating to property insolvency and leasehold enfranchisement.

Cripps advises clients on a diverse range of developments, such as life science, residential, commercial and mixed-use projects. The firm is particularly skilled at providing planning and construction advice. Oliver Morris heads the team alongside Nitej Davda, a construction and litigation specialist. Fellow construction specialist James Lee adds strength to the team, as does Kay Evans, who focuses on the residential and mixed-use sectors. In October 2023, Jason Tann left the practice.