Herbert Smith Freehills LLP
James is Head of the UK Construction Disputes practice, focusing on major infrastructure, construction and engineering projects.
England - London • Real estate
Herbert Smith Freehills LLP
Herbert Smith Freehills LLP provides clients with advice on disputes arising from substantial construction projects, both in the UK and internationally. With James Doe and David Nitek co-heading the team, the firm leverages an array of dispute resolution tools such as litigation, arbitration, adjudication, and mediation. Doe brings to the table a global practice focused on major infrastructure, construction, and engineering projects, with a specialism in complex civil and process engineering projects such as power plants and oil and gas ventures. Nitek is known for his extensive experience in various forms of dispute resolution, serving high-profile employers and contractors, especially those involved in major infrastructure projects across the UK and the Middle East. The team is further strengthened by senior associates Xavier Milne and Mathew Shelley, as well as associate Lucinda King, all showcasing proficiency across diverse issues on construction projects and sectors including infrastructure, energy, water treatment, and major building upgrades.
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- 'Outstanding combination of industry knowledge, sound technical understanding, and excellent commercial sense.'
- 'David Nitek, Xavier Milne and Lucinda King are all outstanding. A tight-knit, highly efficient, and knowledgeable team providing a first-class litigation service.'
- 'David Nitek is excellent - great with clients, incisive and decisive.'
- 'The team are dedicated, hard-working and bright. They are one of the best I have worked with, providing the highest level of service in a professional but friendly atmosphere. It is really, very impressive.'
- 'Xavier Milne is a standout senior associate, a partner in all but name. On top of all of the detail, responsive, but also very easy to work with. He is very ably assisted by Lucinda King, who is an impressive associate with an impressive work rate and attention to detail. The team is headed by James Doe, the partner. His experience and depth of knowledge provide valuable insight and an overall steer in the right direction.'
- 'The team literally has the mastery in this practice. The team understands the right move, right response, and right choice in each and every moment throughout the dispute resolution process. I could sleep at night not worrying about what to do and just relying on the team's judgment and action. The team also has a profound understanding of the industry as well.'
- 'I worked with the team of James Doe, Xavier Milne, and Lucinda King, which is a perfect combination of the savvy, the smart, and the diligent. This team and the individuals can offer everything that a client would need to deal with a construction dispute.'
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James Doe, David Nitek