by Karis Stanley | Mar 3, 2023 | Arbitration
Recently Damian submitted a paper to the CIArb Kenya for their Alternative Dispute Resolution Journal. His chosen topic was The Notion of Good Faith in Construction and Arbitration. As Damian writes ‘This paper sets out to define good faith, its origins and purpose...
by Damian | Feb 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
Last year Damian sat on a panel discussion as part of Limeslade’s Dubai Masterclass, with Barrister Anna Laney, In-House Counsel, Bethan Onions, and leading construction solicitor, Leonie Sellers. The team examined the roles of legal teams and advisors. Thanks to the...
by Damian | Jan 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
We are excited to welcome the two new mentees joining our 2022/23 program. Both Tshephisi Selahloa and Marcia Davids have extensive experience in their fields. In their next few months with Damian James, they will be learning more about disputes, claims, and the role...
by Damian | Oct 24, 2022 | Uncategorized
Cost Overruns and Sports Venue Construction Introduction As part of the research undertaken in Cape Town City, the authors, Damian James and Christiaan Bredenkamp considered ‘Cost Overruns and Sports Venue Construction’ by Martin J Greenberg and Dan MacMillan. We were...
by Damian | Oct 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
We have recently commenced our 2022 mentorship programme which aims to support individuals through mentoring. The scheme focusses on those working in the construction dispute industry actively pursuing a career in dispute resolution or expert services. With a career...
by Damian | Sep 29, 2022 | Mentoring
Damian James has taken on the first two of our four mentees for 2022/23. They will spend the coming months finding out more about the world of claims, disputes and the role of experts. We’ll be sharing with them the benefit of our experience, and introducing...
by Damian | Sep 23, 2022 | Arbitration, Expert Secrets
In May this year, I was reserved to act as expert in a number of arbitrations. Firstly for a 5-day preparation and 5-day arbitration in Johannesburg. Following this, I was reserved for a 5-day preparation and 5-days hearing in Doha. Following this, I was reserved for...
by Damian | Sep 10, 2022 | Events
Date: 15th November, 2022Location: Southern Sun Ridgeway, Lusaka Discover the latest developments and options for Arbitration and dispute resolution in Zambia & Africa in 2022. Join Damian James and a host of legal experts in Lusaka, Zambia on Tuesday 15th...
by Damian | Aug 31, 2022 | Adjudication
Damian James has authored an article with a closing note from James Pickavance of international law firm, Jones Day. The article is published on the CAASA website and looks at the development of construction adjudication around the world. Damian examines the various...
by Damian | Aug 18, 2022 | Dispute Resolution
We have 2 remaining places available for mentoring through our African mentoring programme. Gain the skills you need to work in the world of dispute resolution and construction expert witness work. The Damian James team will help you learn what’s needed and...
