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Neil Moody KC

Call 1989 | Silk 2010

“An outstanding leader”

Chambers UK 2025
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Neil has long-standing expertise in all aspects of construction and construction-related disputes, both in litigation, arbitration and adjudication. He is instructed in litigation and international arbitrations for contractors, employers, professionals and insurers in cases relating to large scale construction and energy projects all over the world, including transport infrastructure, power stations, industrial, commercial, residential and mixed-use developments.

Recent examples include issues associated with the construction of hotels, a major highway, an international shopping mall, a block of residential flats and a flood management system

Neil combines his understanding of the construction sector with his knowledge of the insurance policies that underpin it, especially in relation to Construction All Risks and Delay to Start Up. He is additionally sought out for his expertise in the inter-related areas of Professional Negligence and Property Damage, where he is pre-eminent.

He advises in relation to all types of claims particularly those relating to flood, fire, explosions, extreme weather phenomena, latent defects, deficient design and workmanship, and physical damage. Neil has a detailed understanding of the current issues arising in relation to building defects, especially cladding, having acted in the Grenfell litigation and other high-profile cases since. He has an exceptional grasp of the technical evidence in construction cases.

Neil accepts instructions as an arbitrator and is a TECBAR accredited adjudicator.

Notable Construction cases

International arbitration (LCIA rules, Zurich seat) arising from huge gas explosion at industrial plant caused by defective gas engines.

Acting for a main contractor in a delay and disruption claim arising from defective underpinning works for a newly constructed hotel. Complex programming and forensic accountancy issues.

Acting for the main contractor in an adjudication arising from the construction of a flood management scheme.

Acting for the CAR insurers of a major London hotel project in a claim arising from the defective design and construction of the roof.

Acting for CAR insurers of major highway construction project in relation to defective earthworks. Multi-million pound delay claim.

Acting for employer and main contractor in claim brought by subsequent purchaser of blocks of flats in relation to claim for defects. Issues as to pure economic loss and proper quantification of the claim.

Acting for the manufacturer of industrial coatings in a dispute over the adequacy of a deck coating system at the Dubai Mall, UAE.

Neil is ranked as a leader in the field of Group litigation in Legal 500 where he is described as ‘very calm and authoritative in Court’. He was also identified as “Lawyer of the Week” in The Times following his successful defence of Kalma v African Minerals Limited  (link to article here).

Neil has a great breadth of experience in high profile group litigation. He is instructed in disputes which are subject to Group Litigation Orders and, also, in other multi-party claims, collective actions and managed litigation, including ‘series of claims’ disputes. These cases tend to be of significant public interest and are often technically complex and require a detailed understanding of procedural and jurisdictional issues, as well as relevant and in-depth industry knowledge.

He has an outstanding reputation in several areas that are inclined to give rise to these collective actions, such as product liability, property damage and issues of professional negligence.

Neil’s communication, vision and leadership skills are especially valuable in cases of this nature as he frequently leads large teams of counsel, solicitors and experts.

Notable Group Litigation cases

Kalma v African Minerals Ltd [2020] EWCA Civ 144; [2018] EWHC 3506

Successful defence of major international group action arising from claims brought against a mine operator.

Pan NOx Emissions Group Litigation

Acting for major motor manufacturer in Nox Emissions group litigation currently before the Courts.

Grenfell Tower Litigation

Advising a central participant in the Grenfell Tower Litigation.

‘Hugely experienced, excellent cross-examiner and a very tough opponent, but charming with it.’ Insurance and Reinsurance Legal 500 2024

Ranked as a leading Silk over many years for Insurance and Reinsurance, Neil is one of most highly acclaimed specialist insurance practitioners at the Commercial Bar. He has recognised expertise in all areas of commercial insurance and reinsurance law and practice, dealing with a diverse range of non-marine risks in Court and in arbitration. Many of his cases have an international dimension to them.

His vast experience includes acting on coverage disputes, policy wording and construction, scope of indemnity, effectiveness and scope of notifications and claims, co-insurance, avoidance of cover for non-disclosure and misrepresentation, fraudulent and dishonest claims, jurisdiction and choice of law issues and brokers’ negligence claims.

Neil has expert knowledge of all commercial policies including property, financial and contingency risks, business interruption, liability (management liability – such as D&O, EPL and cyber – public and product liability and professional indemnity) and construction all risks.

Since 2020 he has been involved in cases arising from the effects of COVID, including in relation to policy responses and complex claims especially concerning business interruption, delay to start up and supply chain interruption. He has particular specialist experience in relation to pure economic loss, contractors’ all risks and claims under the Third Parties (Rights against Insurers) Act 2020.

Notable Insurance & Reinsurance cases

Advising as to defects and liability arising from the reconstruction of the Silverstone Formula 1 track.

Advising insurers as to the coverage in relation to building defects policies.

Advising construction professionals in relation to cladding and other fire safety risks, and orders under the Building Safety Act.

Advising on financial loss extension to public liability policy arising from a defective gas silo.

Coverage dispute arising from a land slip on a motorway embankment during construction works.

Advising as to the proper approach to warranties under the Insurance Act 2015.

Advising as Employment Related Practices Cover.

Advising as to coverage in relation to business interruption claims arising from coronavirus pandemic.

Acting for a business interruption insurer in an ad-hoc arbitration (UNCITRAL rules) concerning coverage under a manufacturing policy. Complex forensic accountancy issues.

Advising insurers as to proper scope of claims under CAR policy in case of defective cladding; whether damage has been sustained; application of DE defects exclusions.

Advising the insured IFA as to whether claims arising from the collapse of an Icelandic bank were covered by his PI policy.

Advising partners of a firm of solicitors as to allegation of material non-disclosure in PHI policy taken out by the partners.

Advising brokers in action brought by insured in respect of inadequate political risks cover arising from trading in Cuba.

Advising claimant insured in action against insurers for wrongful avoidance; claim for damages in excess of the indemnity; applicability of rule in Sprung.

Advising insurers as to coverage in a crime and civil liability policy taken out by a building society and arising from mortgage fraud.

Bate v Aviva [2013] EWHC

Pursuit of action by insured against insurers for wrongful avoidance; application of ICOB; applicability of rule in Sprung relating to damages for non-payment of an indemnity.

Brumder v Aviva [2013] EWCA

Successful defence of action brought by company director against his own company’s EL policy; important case on duties of company directors.

William McIlroy v Quinn Insurance [2011] EWCA Civ 825,[2010] EWHC 244

Successful pursuit by insurers of subrogated claim under Third Party Rights Against Insurers Act 1930 in action arising from claimant’s liability for a fire; arbitration clause; effect of ICOB.

All Leisure Holidays Ltd v Europaische Reiseversicherung [2011] EWHC 2629 (Comm)

Advising insurers in respect of liability for multiple claims under passenger protection policy arising from cancellation of cruises.

‘Neil is very impressive in court. His submissions are incredibly clear and manage to cut through complex legal and factual submissions with ease.’ Product Liability Legal 500 2024

Neil has broad experience of disputes arising in the products and manufacturing field. He is currently lead counsel on the Diesel Emissions Litigation relating to defective defeat devices. He has been ranked for many years in Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 for his expertise in Product Liability.

He acts in numerous high-profile claims arising from defective industrial machinery, construction and engineering equipment, automotive and motorcycle parts, foodstuffs, and commercial and consumer products.

Neil’s experience includes group litigation and multi-party actions, claims for defective design, business interruption and loss of profit. He is particularly well known for dealing with claims arising out of fires, flood damage and gas explosions.

Notable Product Liability cases

Advising a major motor manufacturer in the Pan-NOx Diesel Emissions Group Litigation

Advising as to defective cladding and other fire safety defects.

Ayannuga v One Shot Products Ltd [2022] EWHC 590

Successful defence of manufacturer of drain cleaner alleged to have caused one fatality and catastrophic injuries

Advising manufacturers of complex electroplating equipment in relation to £20m claim arising from devastating fire allegedly caused by defects in the equipment; sale of goods; causation; applicability of regulations.

Advising manufacturers of sophisticated ink jet technology in pursuit of claim arising from defective ink.

Advising manufacturers of potato fertilisers in defence of claim for poor crop yields.

Advising supplier of foodstuffs in claim arising from importation of ingredients contaminated with salmonella; related proceedings overseas; jurisdiction and conflict of laws issues.

Advising high-profile motorcycle manufacturers in relation to serious accident caused by allegedly defectively cast components.

Advising manufacturer of gas equipment in defence of £25m claim arising from disastrous explosion and fire in a factory.

Pursuit of successful claim in respect of defective gypsum which caused excessive lead content in mushrooms sold in major supermarkets.

Advising manufacturer of satellite components in major product liability claim arising from damage to a satellite caused during testing.

Coal Pension Properties v Nu-Way [2009] EWHC 824 (TCC)

Successful defence of claim arising from devastating explosion in Oxford Street caused by defective gas equipment and poor maintenance.

Hi-Lite v Wolseley [2009] EWHC 3075 (QB); [2011] EWHC 2153 (TCC)

Advising supplier of submersible pump in successful defence of action arising from major fire in a Birmingham shopping centre; jurisdiction and conflicts of law issues.

“Neil has a huge amount of experience in professional negligence work, particularly in the TCC. He certainly has the ear of the court. Solicitors, clients, experts, and juniors love to work with him.”
Professional Negligence Legal 500 2025

Neil has a very highly regarded professional negligence practice. His complementary experience in insurance, product liability and property damage make him a much sought-after practitioner advising on all aspects of commercial, professional and reputational risk.

He receives instructions in the most public of cases in the field. His recent experience includes well-publicised issues around cladding disputes – notably, he was instructed on behalf of one of the key participants in the Grenfell Litigation.

Many of Neil’s professional negligence instructions arise in the context of major construction or utility projects or as a result of fires or explosions. He has extensive experience in dealing with TCC cases involving claims of alleged negligence against construction and engineering professionals, including architects, engineers, surveyors and contractors, although his practice goes well beyond this industry. He is equally well regarded for his work on behalf of other professionals, such as solicitors and insurance brokers.

Neil advises on PI coverage issues and also undertakes KC determinations in disputes between professionals and their insurers.

Neil is one of only a very small number of adjudicators accredited by the Professional Negligence Bar Association. This enables Neil to adjudicate on the full range of professional negligence disputes. He is also a longstanding TECBAR adjudicator and accepts instructions as an arbitrator.

Notable Professional Negligence cases

Advising in relation to architect’s negligent design of fire safety measures and a disastrous fire at luxury London hotel.

Advising insurers in action against coverholders for breach of binder agreements arising from latent slash structural defects construction warranties.

Advising solicitors in defence of action by multiple claimants arising from advice relating to security obtained for overseas property investments.

Advising claimant in action against major firm of solicitors in action arising from the negligent settlement of ancillary relief proceedings.

Advising valuers in multiple actions brought by lenders arising from mortgage valuations.

Advising designers of electrochemical plating equipment in action arising from major fire allegedly caused by defective design.

Advising commercial bakery in action against designers of industrial oven.

£60m multi-party action arising from major construction project; delay claim brought against consulting engineers and construction management professionals; claim for sterilised equity; advising the consulting engineers.

Advising main contractor in multi-party claim arising from defective design and installation of gas supply system in new apartment blocks; significant delay claim.

£7m claim arising from subsidence of shopping centre built on landfill; acting for consulting engineers; geotechnical engineering evidence.

KC determinations between surveyors and PI insurers arising from the defence of claims brought by lenders.

Multi-party action arising from major fire in Manchester apartment block; claims against architects and electrical engineers; fire allegedly exacerbated by defective fire stopping and novel cavity construction; issues as to spread of fire and compliance with Building Regulations; advising the developers; electrical engineering evidence.

Complex claim arising from defective design and construction of multi-storey timber framed building; advising the main contractor.

£12m claim against a health and safety consultant in respect of allegedly negligent health and safety inspections.

“Neil’s advice, advocacy and general handling of matters is simply first-rate.” Property Damage, Chambers and Partners 2024

Neil is top-ranked and pre-eminent in the area of Property Damage, where he has unrivalled expertise in all type of claims, including those originating from floods and storms, fires and explosions. He has appeared in many of the leading cases in the field in recent years. With others in Chambers, Neil wrote and edited “The Law of Property Damage” published by Bloomsbury Professional in 2023.

He is especially well-regarded for his grasp of the highly technical evidence and his appreciation of the finer issues of law which are often present in property damage cases.

Neil has impressive experience in complex litigation arising from multi-national construction, energy and utility projects, and has specialist expertise of gas, water and electricity cases. He also acts on many disputes arising from defective materials, drawing on his complementary product liability practice. A current and relevant example of this is his work in relation to the well-publicised issues with building cladding, including on Grenfell and other ongoing litigation, dealing with both policy coverage and claims aspects.

He also combines his property damage work with strong practices in professional negligence, and insurance. He is a TECBAR and PNBA accredited adjudicator and accepts instructions as an arbitrator.

 

Notable Property Damage cases

Grenfell Tower Litigation

Advising a central participant in the Grenfell Tower Litigation.

2 Entertain Video Ltd v Sony DADC Europe Ltd [2020] EWHC 972

Successful recovery action for BBC in recovery action arising from huge fire in Sony warehouse caused by arson during London Riots of 2012.

International arbitration (LCIA rules, Zurich seat) arising from major explosion caused by defective gas engines.

Advising insurers of aerospace manufacturer in relation to chemical spill and consequent catastrophic fire.

Advising as to liability in respect of damage to power station caused by catastrophic explosion which killed many and damaged two hundred buildings.

Advising local authority as to remedies arising from flood damage caused by overflowing lake after heavy rainfall.

Advising gas installation engineers in respect of liability for an explosion which damaged 200 houses.

Advising major national retailer in respect of recovery of losses arising from disastrous fire at flagship store; complex electrical engineering issues.

Advising main contractor in claim arising from partial collapse of school building; economic loss; complex structure theory.

Defence of claim arising from disastrous fire on plastic extrusion line; fire allegedly caused by defectively designed and installed control system.

Advising major electrical utility in action arising from fire allegedly caused by defect in supply side equipment; issues as to scope of duty of care and statutory regulations; electrical engineering issues.

Advising gas utility as to liability for extensive property damage caused by major gas explosion; scope of duty to inspect and maintain gas pipelines.

Advising occupiers in respect of extensive flood damage caused by negligent operation of water utility’s pumping station.

Advising major industrial corporation in respect of extensive damage caused to power station infrastructure as a result of poor upgrading works; electrical engineering issues.

Advising main contractor in claim against sub-contractor arising from defective soils stabilisation works in connection with construction of large warehouse; geotechnical engineering issues.

£100m fire claim arising from allegedly defective fuelling and defuelling system at motorcycle factory; advising designers of the system.

Oldcorn v Southern Water [2017] EWHC

Acting for householders in respect of flood damage caused by poorly maintained sewerage system.

Cooper v Thameside [2016] EWHC

Successful defence of claim against plumbing contractors in respect of allegedly defective pipework installation which caused a flood.

Mueller v Central Roofing [2013] EWHC

Successful pursuit of subrogated claim for disastrous £23m fire caused by construction works; issues as to contractual construction, causation and remoteness.

Chubb Fire v Vicar of Spalding [2010] EWCA Civ 981

Advising fire extinguisher manufacturer in respect of claim for extensive damage to a church arising from use of fire extinguishers but caused by vandals; causation; novus actus.

Hi-Lite v Wolseley [2009] EWHC 3075 (QB); [2011] EWHC 2153 (TCC)

Advising supplier of submersible pump in successful defence of action arising from major fire in a Birmingham shopping centre; jurisdiction and conflicts of law issues.

Cordin v Newport [2009] EWHC (TCC).

Advising multiple claimants in successful claim for flood damage arising from negligently operated reservoir; Rylands v Fletcher; statutory duties and powers; expert hydrology evidence.

Privacy Policy

Neil Moody KC Privacy Policy

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Email: clerks@2tg.co.uk
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Such information may include personal information relating to family members, associates, agents, employees, shareholders or beneficial owners. By providing such personal information to me, you automatically confirm that you are authorised to do so. It is not reasonably practicable for me to provide the information set out in this Privacy Notice to those individuals. Accordingly, where appropriate, you are responsible for providing this information to any such individuals.

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“Technically excellent and a real team player.”

Chambers UK 2025

“One of the very, very best - charming, erudite and incredibly knowledgeable.”

Legal 500 2025

"A first-rate advocate"

Chambers UK 2024

“Neil’s advice, advocacy and general handling of matters is simply first-rate.”

Chambers and Partners 2024

"Hugely experienced, excellent cross-examiner and a very tough opponent."

Legal 500 2024

"A stand-out silk."

Legal 500 2023

  • Bencher, Gray’s Inn, 2024
  • Deputy High Court Judge, 2023: authorised to sit in the King’s Bench Division, Technology and Construction Court, Administrative Court and Crown Court.
  • Queen’s Counsel, 2010

  • MA, University of Oxford

  • PNBA
  • LCLCBA
  • COMBAR
  • TECBAR
  • Western Circuit

Neil is recommended in the Chambers and Partners Directory 2025 and Legal 500 2025 as a leading Silk across five practice areas: insurance and reinsurance, group litigation, product liability, property damage, and professional negligence (TCC).

“Neil’s instincts are really good. He is a fantastic advocate who can predict things well.” “Neil is an individual who inspires confidence. His advocacy is excellent and he has an ability to present things in a judge-friendly way.” “Neil is pragmatic and has a good sense of what the court wants and expects, allowing us to tailor our submissions effectively.” “Neil is an outstanding leader, on top of the detail and strategic.” “Neil is a pleasure to work with and he is technically excellent.” “Neil is great with clients who appreciate his practical approach. He gets to the heart of the issue.” “Neil is very robust in his advice and sticks to it. He is technically excellent and a real team player. He is very good with clients.”
Chambers UK 2025

“Neil is a very calm and authoritative advocate in court.” “One of the very, very best – charming, erudite and incredibly knowledgeable.” “A very smooth advocate who gains the ear of the judge. Exceptional at leading a large team.” “Neil has a huge amount of experience in professional negligence work, particularly in the TCC. He certainly has the ear of the court. Solicitors, clients, experts, and juniors love to work with him.”
Legal 500 2025

“Neil Moody is an excellent silk with a good eye for technical detail as well as a sound and robust approach when dealing with claims. He is a first-rate advocate who has the ear of the Bench.” “He is a safe pair of hands. Neil is charming, persuasive in front of tribunals and a delight to work with.” “He is a very strong silk in all areas.” “Neil’s advice, advocacy and general handling of matters is simply first-rate.” “He’s very adept at getting through technical evidence.” “Neil is very methodical and thoughtful. He covers all bases.”
Chambers UK 2024

“Neil is known for his tactical acumen and his ability to see the bigger picture and path to success in any particular case. His advocacy is powerful and authoritative but measured – judges love him.” “Hugely experienced, excellent cross-examiner and a very tough opponent, but charming with it.”
Legal 500 2024

“Neil is highly commercial. He is an exceptionally strong advocate and isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves and engage in the detail of a matter.” “Neil is incredibly impressive. He deals with hugely complicated claims.” “Neil is a great advocate. He knows how to present a detailed argument in a sensitive case.” “He deals with complex issues in court with ease.”
Chambers UK 2023

“A fantastic leader who combines immense technical knowledge with a calm and effective courtroom manner. A very firm favourite of the insurance market and solicitors alike.” “Neil is a stand-out silk in this area. He often deals with complex fire and property damage cases arising out of products, together with cross-overs into his sports law practice. In terms of advocacy, he is extremely calm, persuasive and authoritative, cutting through complex areas with ease. He is delightful to work with – and solicitors and juniors really enjoy being led by him.” “Neil is incredibly impressive. He deals with huge claims involving competing causes of action, multiple parties, conflicts issues etc. He is extremely impressive in Court. He certainly has that elusive quality ‘listenability’…I’ve worked with him on a number of cases (mainly fire cases arising in part out of failure of professionals). However, he also has a very good ‘pure’ professional negligence practice.”
Legal 500 2023

“Neil is fantastic.” “He managed to marshal difficult arguments very well and he presented the case very attractively to the judge.” “He has a good grasp of technical areas and is able to deliver information in a clear and concise way.” “He knows his stuff and is incredibly calm and persuasive.” “Clients like him, he has a very good reputation in the market and he is a very good trial advocate.” “He has a good grasp of the technical areas, works collaboratively and can deliver advice in a thorough, clear and concise way.” “A first-class barrister who is hard-working and focused.” “He is skilful and user-friendly on property damage and insurance-related cases.”
Chambers UK 2022

“Neil is extremely impressive in court, and certainly has the ear of the judge. He cuts through complex legal and factual submissions with ease.” “Very good judgement and sound commercial sense, with a good nose for how far to push points – he is tactically and strategically acute, and a team player who is thoroughly reliable and very easy to work with. He quickly grasps the issues and provides excellent advice in an easily digestible format.” “His product liability is incredibly impressive, and complements his extensive property damage and insurance practice. He deals with huge claims involving competing causes of action, multiple parties, conflict of laws issues etc. He is extremely impressive in Court and Judges love to listen to him. His submissions are incredibly clear and manage to cut through complex legal, expert and factual submissions with ease.”
Legal 500 2022

“He is a poised and persuasive advocate.” “He’s extremely user-friendly and responds very promptly.” “Very well regarded throughout the field: reliable and a safe pair of hands.” “His manner with clients is fantastic, and he’s lovely, diplomatic and sharp in dealing with difficult people in such a way that they don’t realise they are being talked round to his point of view.” “He keeps his cool and remains unflappable throughout.”
Chambers UK 2021

“He is absolutely brilliant on the technical detail and has an eye for the real issues in a case.” “He is very easy to work with, well respected by clients, astute and gives excellent commercial advice.” “Authoritative, measured and technically gifted, and fantastically reassuring to both client and solicitor alike.”
Legal 500 2021

“Extremely able.” “He boils complex issues down so that mere mortals can understand.” “He’s exceptional in court and has very good relationships with clients, solicitors and the Bench. Judges respect him which is useful, and he’s exceptionally good at providing calm and concise advice.” “Instils a great sense of authority and confidence.” “A go-to person for high value work.”
Chambers UK 2020

“Combines a robust approach with being commercially minded and pragmatic.” “He is a brilliant advocate with excellent technical understanding.” “Well respected by lawyers and clients for his grasp of the detail.”
Legal 500 2020

“An excellent trial advocate who is highly intelligent, calm, responsive and great with clients.” “Very user-friendly and approachable.” “He’s a very good team player, which is rare in a person of his position. He is very clear, fair and balanced.” “A very good team player who makes his solicitors look good to clients, lets everyone contribute and speak, and is very clear, fair and balanced.” “Excellent to work with. He is very thorough and does his research well.” “He provides calm, considered advice and is willing to roll up his sleeves and engage with the detail.”
Chambers UK 2019

“His strength is his advocacy. He is a persuasive advocate who is a smart operator in the best sense of the word smart.” “Enormously respected, he is clear, concise, very firm in his views and commercially minded.” “He’s got the lot: quality, attention to detail, fantastic advocacy and a really good client manner.”
Chambers UK 2018

“Easy to work with and particularly well regarded for advisory work.” “Excellent for complex advisory work.” “He is experienced in construction-related professional negligence.”
Legal 500 2018

“very experienced, has a very commercial approach, is straightforward and easy to work with” “understands what clients want and then implements it.” “instils a great sense of authority and confidence… Offers well respected, considered advice.”
Chambers UK 2017

“superb” “one of the finest trial barristers you can get”
Legal 500 2017

“the gold standard when it comes to property damage silks” “the meticulousness of his advice makes him stand out… ticks the essential three boxes – knowledgeable, good with clients and responsive.” “provides clear and concise work, and is good on attention to detail.” “approachable, calm and highly commercial.”
Chambers UK 2016

“fantastic! incredibly approachable with fast turnaround times” “very bright and able, and has an air of calm authority in court”
Legal 500 2016

“an excellent advocate who is great with clients and a leader in terms of knowledge” “tremendous as he is very clever and capable, and great on his feet… Very hands-on and good at working out a route to success” “excellent on his feet… A formidable advocate who is clear, concise and has a great court presence.” “sensible, effective, articulate and highly intelligent.”
Chambers UK 2015

“a team player who spots difficult issues and is not afraid to tackle them.” “very experienced in major coverage disputes.” “very responsive, easy to deal with, client-friendly and gives clear, concise advice.”
Legal 500 2015

“exceptionally bright, gives great advice, and is both approachable and commercially astute” “excellent and an impressive advocate” “detailed and methodical… A very good advocate; he is good on paper, in negotiation and at analysing the expert issues in the case”
Chambers UK 2014

“a good leader” “recommended for construction-related professional negligence cases.”
Legal 500 2014

“understands his clients and their needs better than most” “a genuine joy to work with, and someone you want on your team”
Chambers UK 2013

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