Members of Keating Chambers are widely recognised as experts in the contractual and technical disputes which arise in each major sector of the utilities industry. Whether dealing with advice on obligations under framework agreements, or disputes relating to the construction of necessary infrastructure or damaged assets, the genuine understanding of the specialised concerns of and structures within the sector underpins Keating Chambers’ leading reputation.
In the gas and electricity sectors, members of Keating Chambers have a broad experience, ranging from the construction of nationwide infrastructure programmes to legal aspects of supply arrangements. Many of the projects in which members of Keating Chambers become involved are international.
In the water and sewerage sectors, experience includes disputes arising out of framework agreements with network infrastructure suppliers, the construction of waste water and sludge re-cycling facilities, as well as High Court litigation concerning the responsibility for and effects of burst water mains. Members have acted both for and against most of the major water industry companies in past years.
In the telecoms sector, Keating Chambers’ wide-ranging experience extends from providing representation in the small claims court over contractual disputes to multi-million pound asset-damage claims caused by fire, or tunnelling activities. Members of Keating Chambers have also been involved in disputes arising out of IT aspects of the telecoms infrastructure.
Further Information
For further information on how our members can assist you, please contact the Director of Clerking,
Paul Cooklin or Senior Clerk,
Nick Child in the first instance on +44 20 7544 2600. The teams of Clerks will be pleased to advise you on the member of Keating Chambers appropriate to your requirements.