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Justin Mort KC
Position
Justin Mort QC specialises in high value construction disputes with a particular interest in and expertise in (1) energy, (2) infrastructure and (3) process engineering projects.
Justin is recommended for Construction in both Chambers Global and Legal 500. He is also recommended in the Legal 500 for Middle East (construction) and for international arbitration. Comments in the current editions of these directories include:
- “Dedicated 100% to the matter before him. He drills down the facts like no other QC. His work ethic and focus is commendable. He made himself available so can prepare on short notice and put in a stellar show at the hearing.” (Legal 500: Middle East, construction)
- “Justin is a persuasive advocate who tears through detail to get to the points that really matter. His advocacy is exceptional – clear, cogent and compelling.” (Legal 500: London Bar, construction)
- “Simplifies the complicated. Knows his stuff. Great to work with.” (Legal 500: international arbitration)
- “He is regularly called upon in international disputes regarding energy projects.” (Chambers Global: construction)
- “His attention to detail is phenomenal and his cross-examination style formidable.” (Chambers Global: construction)
Justin is recommended for Construction in both Chambers and Partners and Legal 500, and has an unparalleled reputation as a successful trial advocate / cross-examiner, strategist and lawyer.
Justin is a huge team player. He is immediately responsive to client demands and questions at any time of day. He ensures that the wider client team are fully engaged in his proposed trial strategy. Uniquely he provides detailed notes of his proposed oral submissions and cross examination to the client well in advance of any hearing for comment, and in order to ensure that the client team can better follow and appreciate his method during any hearing. His working habits (typically starting at 4am or 5am London time) correspond well with clients based in time zones located to the east of London such as in the Middle East or in China.
Justin’s innumerable reported cases arising from court proceedings, particularly in the TCC, and the original and ingenious legal arguments that he has deployed in fighting them, together constitute a formidable contribution to the law governing construction claims and arbitration.
Career
Called 1994; QC 2014; TECBAR-accredited adjudicator.
Memberships
Society of Construction Law
Technology and Construction Bar Association (committee member 2008-2012)
LCIA
King’s College Construction Law Association
Commercial Bar Association
Education
Durham University (BA); King’s College, London (MSc Construction Law and Arbitration).
Lawyer Rankings
London Bar > Construction
(Leading Silks)Ranked: Tier 4Justin Mort KC – Keating Chambers ‘Justin as an absolute warrior on his feet. Attention to detail. Always available and goes the extra mile for his clients.’
London Bar > International arbitration: counsel
(Leading Silks)Ranked: Tier 4Justin Mort KC –Keating Chambers ‘Justin is a pleasure to work with. He is very hard-working and immerses himself in the detail of matters. He is excellent at identifying the key elements of a dispute and those that are most likely to influence the court or tribunal. When conducting oral advocacy, he has a measured and persuasive style.’
Middle East: The English Bar > Construction
(Leading silks)Ranked: Tier 2Justin Mort KC – Keating Chambers ‘Justin is very smart and is able quickly to master large amounts of detail. He identifies the most persuasive and effective way of presenting a case.’
Experienced in DIAC, ICC, and LCIA arbitration, Keating Chambers is well-informed in heavyweight construction disputes arising from airport, road, and rail development projects. David Thomas KC enjoys a regional footprint and his broad construction experience encompasses Saudi Arabian mixed commercial developments. Simon Hughes KC and Justin Mort KC specialise in disputes arising from energy projects, while Calum Lamont KC is often engaged in international marine construction arbitration. James Thompson is knowledgeable of disputes arising from commercial and educational facility developments, while Paul Buckingham KC and William Webb KC took silk in 2023.