Biography

Paul's practice is focused on his areas of expertise, his previous experience as an Expert Witness, and knowledge of the technical aspects and nuances of construction and property matters. In recent times Paul has been involved in a number of external cladding and fire-related safety claims both for contractors, landlords and building owners and has several landmark cases running.

Areas of Law

• Construction
• Land & Property
• Landlord & Tenant
• Professional Negligence
• General Civil & Commercial
• Practice Areas

Construction

• Drafting Contracts , Warranties and Claims
• Building Safety matters including External Cladding disputes
• Payment and Final account matters
• Extensions of time and loss and expense claims
• Adjudication

Land and Property

• Easements & Rights of Way
• Boundary and Neighbour Disputes
• Disputes as to Purchase Agreements
• Options and Development Agreements
• Planning Disputes: Lawful Development Disputes: Appeals
• Farming Disputes/Covenants

Landlord & Tenant

• Commercial and Residential matters
• Lease and Licence disputes
• Reviews and Terminal Dilapidation Claims

Professional Negligence

• Negligent House Purchase Surveys
• Negligent Surveyor/Engineer/Architect in construction matters
• Negligent Solicitors

General civil & commercial matters

• Insurance Claims on behalf of the Insured including allegations of fraud
• Partnership and Business agreements
• Mediation

Personal Interests

Paul is a skier, and cyclist and enjoys all team sports. He is an avid reader, enjoys gardening, and has 4 grown-up children and 2 grandchildren.