Good Faith in Construction

Good Faith in Construction

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...
Dubai Masterclass 2022 – Legal Teams and Advisors

Dubai Masterclass 2022 – Legal Teams and Advisors

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...
Welcome to Our Second Set of Mentees

Welcome to Our Second Set of Mentees

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...
Reflections on Sports Stadia and Costs

Reflections on Sports Stadia and Costs

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...
Mentoring & Giving Back

Mentoring & Giving Back

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...
Welcome to Our Mentees

Welcome to Our Mentees

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...
A Killer Month

A Killer Month

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...
Adjudication : Article With James Pickavance

Adjudication : Article With James Pickavance

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...
Africa: Mentoring Programme

Africa: Mentoring Programme

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...