John is a member of Bankside Chambers, specialising in general commercial law, non-contentious construction law, and dispute avoidance in construction and infrastructure projects.

With over 20 years experience in large law firms in New Zealand, London and Hong Kong and a truly international practice, John brings commercial judgment with the independence of the bar.

The combination of John's experience and his independence also makes him ideal for peer reviewing and probity auditing major procurement and construction projects.

John's commitment to successful project delivery extends to exploring all opportunities to resolve disagreements without recourse to expensive and lengthy litigation.

John is a commercial mediator, with a particular focus on project mediation, and construction contracts adjudication.

John advises owners, financiers, government agencies, local authorities and contractors nationally and internationally on major projects in:

the energy sector, including
electricity generation and
reticulation and gas
water and wastewater
industry
local government
development and asset
management
transportation, roading and
public transport (including
infrastructure development
under PPP / PFI
arrangements)
telecommunications and
broadband roll-out
marine industry construction
property development
heavy engineering projects

PPPs - Best Possible value for money?
This paper addresses a number of issues with PPPs following the Government's announcement on 11 August that public agencies would be required to consider alternative procurement options, including PPPs.

Interim Determinations - time is up for the independent Engineer
A review of two decisions of Justice Jackson on the independence of project managers and independent certifiers.