Partner

Christopher Duff

Christopher is part of the firm's contentious construction and engineering team. He acts for employers, contractors, consultants and insurers in the construction, engineering and energy sectors. He provides advice on dispute avoidance and represents clients in formal dispute processes including adjudication, arbitration and litigation. He also acts for clients in ADR processes including mediation.

Christopher is experienced in dealing with all major UK Construction standard forms including JCT/SBCC, NEC3/4, FIDIC, GC Works and EPC and PFI/NPD variants. He is accredited as a specialist in Construction Law by the Law Society of Scotland and is ranked in both Chambers UK and Legal 500 UK.

Living Brodies' values

Clients and colleagues appreciate Christopher’s approachable and collaborative manner and his ability to see the bigger picture.

Highlights

Draws on experience gained during secondments to major UK contractors.
Regularly delivers construction law training to clients and industry bodies.
Participant mentor in the Edinburgh Law School Mentoring Programme.

Rankings

Ranked by Legal 500 UK 2026 as a 'Next Generation Partner' for Construction.

Christopher Duff has garnered significant recognition for his contentious construction practice. He frequently assists clients with construction disputes in relation to defects and delays.

Chambers UK 2026

"He has good experience of construction conflicts and he was able to use examples from his recent experiences."

Chambers UK 2026

"Chris is our go-to for all commercial disputes."

Chambers UK 2026

'Chris Duff is our go-to on complex and high-value litigation. He provides clear and practical advice to move matters forward and has an ability to cut through complex detail to get to the heart of a dispute and propose cost-effective strategies for resolution.'

Legal 500 UK 2026