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VIEW ALLCHAMBERS UK 2025He has a fantastic grasp of the law combined with great understanding of the technical and commercial side of construction.
Prior to taking on this role, James was Head of Real Estate, a full-service department of eight teams and 160 people, where he advised clients on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious construction and development work. He has been a member of Howard Kennedy's board since 2023.
James is a construction lawyer with particular expertise in development and development finance, advising on residential, commercial and mixed-use schemes. His work spans the full lifecycle of a project, from initial structuring and funding through to completion and post-completion disputes. He advises on professional appointments, bonds, warranties, and construction contracts, as well as the construction elements of development agreements.
He acts for a range of clients including developers, funders, consultants, and specialist sub-contractors. His advice covers the entire project journey, with a focus on risk mitigation and commercial outcomes, including dispute avoidance, adjudications and the resolution of final account and defect issues. He continues to work closely with clients to navigate the increasingly complex legal and commercial challenges of the built environment.
James loves good food and wine and spends his spare time supporting those passions.
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