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David Fearon
Exchange Chambers 'David is easy to talk with and approachable. He has good knowledge about practical aspects relating to construction work.'
Construction law is a key area of expertise for members at Exchange Chambers, and with several barristers boasting industry-specific qualifications, Chartered Quantity Surveyors and a Chartered Builder form part of the team. It is also highly experienced in property-related cases, covering both commercial and residential-based mandates surrounding planning, registered land, landlord and tenant disputes, and boundary issues. The set houses David Fearon and Simon Whitfield, who both possess expertise in construction and engineering disputes. Fearon is representing the defendant in Shiers v QM Developments, a case arising from allegations that a drainage system the builders installed was defective and caused the property to flood and suffer damage. Andrew Williams practices exclusively in real estate litigation, and he is acting for the claimant, who manages a large residential housing development, in Cwmni Rheoli Pentref Marina Conwy v McCarthy; this concerns the challenge of a covenant preventing the property owners from letting houses on a short-term basis to holiday-makers. Lawrence McDonald, who acts for companies, individuals, office holders, and public bodies before all court levels, and Brynmor Adams, who handles a variety of commercial and residential landlord and tenant disputes, are also key members.
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- 'Joe Mawson is particularly good, and he works with a large team and is efficient.'
- 'Turnaround by and communications with counsel is very good.'
- 'Ian Spencer is fantastic at being available, approachable, and talking through who might be suitable for certain new matters and the cost range.'
- 'Joe Mawson is very responsive and helpful.'
- 'Very strong chambers with commercially minded barristers who are at the top of their game, providing clear legal and tactical advice.'
Silks
Juniors
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
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Andrew Williams
Exchange Chambers 'Andrew is a silk in junior robes, as his written advocacy is unrivalled and he has a formidable presence in the court room. He is a leading individual in property and probate litigation.'
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James Malam
Exchange Chambers 'James has an eye for detail and has incredible knowledge of what is a complex and specialised area of the law in construction, as well as being adept at dealing with commercial disputes more generally. His written work is always very thorough, and on his feet, he is robust and skilled, both in cross-examination and submissions.'
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Lawrence McDonald
Exchange Chambers 'Lawrence is very robust in submissions. Judges appreciate his technical expertise and calm presence in court.'
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Brynmor Adams
Exchange Chambers ‘Brynmor is absolutely razor-sharp on the law, explains matters in eminently understandable terms for lay clients, and is superb on his feet. His cross-examination skills are second-to-none.’
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Simon Whitfield
Exchange Chambers ‘Simon possesses clarity and practicality. He provides good tactical advice and excellent drafting.’