Settlement Agreements and Tomlin Orders – they may not prevent a second adjudication, if the dispute is not 'the same or substantially the same' as the first adjudication
Construction & Engineering
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 2024 as a 'Next Generation Partner' for Construction.
- Ranked individual for Chambers UK 2024 in Construction.
"Christopher Duff brings a calm and measured perspective to complex disputes and navigates a clear path through to achieving a cost-effective resolution."
Legal 500 UK 2024
"Christopher has always provided us with the highest level of service and advice. He is extremely commercially aware and he has a fantastic grasp of how we like to do business."
Chambers UK 2024
"I have always found Chris to be very attentive to the issues being raised. I get a frank and honest assessment of any matters placed before him. I get a balanced view on risk/reward, and delivery is always within the timescales provided."
Chambers UK 2024
"Chris is always attentive to our business needs and gives the appropriate time to ensure he fully understands the issues and what the business is looking for."
Chambers UK 2024
