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Read MoreIn this podcast, Daniel Miles speaks with lawyers Laura Lintott and Theresa Mohammed of Watson Farley & Williams (formerly of Trowers and Hamlins) about their entry into construction law and the benefits of dispute resolution provisions within construction contracts.
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Daniel Miles joined J.S. Held’s Construction Advisory practice as a Senior Managing Director in April of 2023 as part of J.S. Held’s acquisition of Aquila Forensics. He is an experienced chartered quantity surveyor and testifying expert witness with more than 15 years of experience working on high-value, complex disputes. Daniel has given evidence on multiple occasions in various international arbitrations. He specializes in the provision of quantum advice and opinion in mediation, adjudication, arbitration, and litigation.
Daniel lectures at both Stuttgart University and Derby University on contract administration and assessment of quantum and delays in disputes in a number of courses. He also provides training for firms on the commercial management of contracts under all significant contract forms.
Daniel can be reached at [email protected] or +44 78 4241 6592.
Laura Lintott serves as Counsel in the Dispute Resolution Group of Watson Farley & Williams. Laura specializes in construction and engineering disputes, with an emphasis on the infrastructure, real estate, and energy sectors. She has led multi-party international arbitrations in the Middle East, China, South America, and Europe. She has worked on High Court Technology and Construction Court litigation and applications to the Supreme Court, domestic adjudication, mediation, and expert opinions. Additionally, she advises on risk assessment, dispute prevention and management, and settlement negotiation. She advises UK and international clients across the social housing, residential and commercial developments, hospitality, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
Theresa Mohammed is a Partner in the Dispute Resolution Group of Watson Farley & Williams. Theresa specializes in complex construction disputes. Her clients include developers, employers, and main contractors. Her experience includes High Court applications and the Enforcement of Adjudicators’ decisions in the Technology and Construction Court. Theresa advises clients on a variety of matters concerning fire safety and the implications of the new fire safety legislation. She has also acted for clients in domestic and international arbitrations and works with international clients. She has worked on international oil and gas disputes, renewable energy disputes, and large domestic infrastructure matters.
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