News & Events: Sean Brannigan KC

Judgment handed down in Coal Pension Properties Limited v Mace Living Limited and others [2026] EWHC 1248 (TCC)

This note summarises the judgment in Coal Pension Properties Limited v Mace Living Limited and others [2026] EWHC 1248 (TCC), handed down on 26 May 2026. The case concerned the service of a Claim Form on the last day of its period of validity; specifically whether the Claim Form had been validly served and if […]

28th May 2026

Ben Pilling KC appointed as new Joint Head of Chambers

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Ben Pilling KC as Joint Head of Chambers, serving alongside Rachel Ansell KC, with effect from 21 May. Ben brings exceptional expertise and commitment to 4 Pump Court, and we look forward to this new chapter under their joint leadership. We would also like to extend our […]

21st May 2026

4 Pump Court participating in LIDW 2026

We are looking forward to co-hosting 7 events at this year’s London International Disputes Week (LIDW): Wednesday 3 June ‘Transformational technologies: Disputes arising from renewable energy and data centre projects’ with Vinson & Elkins. Speakers: Sean Brannigan KC, Simon Hale KC, Roberta Downey and Jarrod Gutsa. ‘Freezing injunctions in international commercial disputes: Plots, pitfalls and […]

Crest Nicholson Regeneration Ltd & Ors v Ardmore Construction Ltd (In Administration) & Ors [2026] EWHC 789...

Significance This is the most substantial judicial consideration of the building liability order (“BLO”) regime under sections 130–131 of the Building Safety Act 2022 (“BSA”) to date. The judgment establishes, for the first time at High Court level, that: (a) an anticipatory BLO — i.e. a BLO ordered before any finding of relevant liability — […]

2nd April 2026

A New Fund Monitor Case: Eiger Funding (PCC) Limited v Ridge and Partners LLP [2026] EWHC 609 (TCC)

Introduction This note summarises the judgment in Eiger Funding (PCC) Limited v Ridge and Partners LLP [2026] EWHC 609 (TCC), handed down on 16 March 2026.[1] The case concerns the liability of an Independent Monitoring Surveyor (“IMS”) appointed by a lender in connection with a property development loan. It is an important decision that clarifies […]

19th March 2026

DIFC Case Digest

The DIFC Court goes from strength to strength. To keep up to date with the many new and useful cases emerging from it, Sean Brannigan KC has prepared the accompanying Digest of DIFC cases for 2025 and 2026 (so far). Each case in the digest has a “clickable” link so you can navigate straight to […]

13th March 2026

4 Pump Court Building Safety Conference – Wednesday 18 March

On Wednesday 18 March, 4 Pump Court will host our Building Safety Conference at the Waldorf, Hilton, Aldwych, WC2B 4DD. Join some of the Bar’s most experienced construction barristers, for a focused and insightful conference dedicated to claims arising under the Building Safety Act 2022. This specialist event will explore key developments and emerging issues […]

Sean Brannigan KC speaking at the 7th Arab Lawyers Forum in Riyadh on 19 November 2025

The 7th Arab Lawyers Forum (ALF) is taking place from 18-19 November at Movenpick Hotel & Residence Riyadh. The ALF is a unique platform to learn about latest insights, trends and most pressing issues facing today’s global legal industry. The Forum includes renowned speakers from a range of international jurisdictions, both within the Arab world […]

Sean Brannigan KC and Claire Packman KC to speak at Centre of Construction Law and Dispute Resolution Kings College...

On Wednesday 1st October, the Centre of Construction Law and Dispute Resolution Kings College London will be hosting their 6th Annual International Arbitration Construction Conference. At 3pm, Claire Packman KC will speak on panel alongside Charlie Caher, James Doe and Rob McNabb discussing ‘Performance Obligations in Energy Contracts: Challenges and Solutions’. At 5pm, Sean Brannigan […]

Empire Square: Legal Costs recoverable for RCO proceedings

At the beginning of June 2025, the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) (Residential Property) (“FTT”) published another decision (Empire Square (LON/00BE/HYI/2023/0013 & LON/00BE/BSB/2024/0602)) examining the use of the s.124 jurisdiction under the Building Safety Act 2022 (“BSA”). A remediation contribution order (“RCO”) was made but the most interesting aspect of the decision concerned the award of […]

8th July 2025

Triathlon Homes LLP v Stratford Village Development Partnership: the failure of the Appeal and the practical...

The judgment in Triathlon Homes LLP v Stratford Village Development Partnership [2025] EWCA Civ 846, handed down by the Court of Appeal on 8 July 2025, marks a pivotal moment in the interpretation and application of the Building Safety Act 2022 (“BSA”). This article seeks to both summarise the Court of Appeal’s decision and explore […]

8th July 2025

16 members of 4 Pump Court recognised as Leading London Construction Law Counsel in Doyles Guide 2025

Seven Silks and nine Junior members of 4 Pump Court have been recognised by Doyles Guide as Leading London Construction Law Counsel 2025. The listing details barristers practising within the areas of construction, infrastructure and major projects matters within the UK legal market who have been identified by the nation’s construction law solicitors for their […]

1st July 2025