James jointly leads our global construction disputes practice, focusing on major infrastructure, construction and engineering projects. James has experience in helping clients through his expertise in international arbitration (under the ICC, LCIA and UNCITRAL rules), litigation and alternative dispute resolution, and is experienced at handling the most legally, factually, and technically complex disputes. He has a particular focus on construction law and works to deliver successful outcomes for clients in disputes across a range of sectors, including infrastructure and energy.

Based in London, James brings with him a wealth of experience of working with clients across the globe, in particular in Africa, the Middle East and Asia. James’ expertise is recognised by the leading legal directories, including Chambers & Partners, where he is recognised as a “very astute and charismatic lawyer… [who] is streetwise and knows his way around a dispute”. Legal 500 recognises him as a leading individual for contentious construction, describing him as “a first-choice expert on domestic and international arbitrations within the energy sector”.