Specialists in Construction & Civil Engineering Law

Humphries Kirk is one of the few Solicitors in the south west of England to boast a genuine specialist construction law team.

The team is built around John Chittenden and Chris Reeves, both of whom spent their earlier careers in the trade; John as a Quantity Surveyor and Chris as a Chartered Builder. Both are solicitors and partners of Humphries Kirk and are experienced in dealing with construction issues; both on and off site.

Our areas of expertise

Claims.
Adjudication under the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act and the scheme for Construction Contracts Regulations.
Resolution of construction and property related disputes by means of litigation, arbitration, mediation, and negotiation.
Advising on Health and Safety law and defending HSE prosecutions.
Employment issues.
Advising on project financing.
Advising, drafting and negotiating all standard and bespoke forms of building, civil engineering, mechanical and electrical and process engineering contracts.
Drafting warranties and bonds.
Negotiating and drafting deeds of appointment of professionals.
Advising on insurance policy wording and claims.
Writing terms and conditions for interior designers including project management roles.
Advising on the Party Walls Act and settling/advising on boundary disputes.
Debt recovery solutions.
Insolvency related advice within the construction industry.

Why come to us?

Our Experience and Expertise

We are in no doubt that the best advice starts with a real working knowledge of the trade. Our new clients tell us that it is refreshing to now find local lawyers who are at home with dealing with technical as well as legal issues. Our existing clients take it as read.

Advice when you need it

We understand that you may need access to our advice outside normal working hours. We are only a phone call away.

Keeping Up to Date

The team takes pride in staying more than one step ahead of the competition. We make it our business to keep up to date with changes in the trade as well as the law. We keep up to date so you are informed of important changes that may affect your business.

Industry Links

In support of our commitment to the industry, Humphries Kirk enjoy close links with the Chartered Institute of Building.

Firm Support

When you come to us, not only do you get the services of one of the best Construction teams in the South West, but also, the backing, support and professional contacts of one of the region’s leading law firms. One of our property solicitors will be able to lend a helping hand with any questions or queries.