Testimonials

Andrew Chesser, Partner, Beachcroft LLP
(now with Withers LLP)
“Julian immediately got to grips with the issues and the substantial papers. He clearly had a full understanding of the case which he displayed with his clear and methodical approach. Julian was cross-examined by a leading QC during which he maintained the position set out in his report.”

James Aldridge KC, Maitland Chambers
“I echo everything Andrew has said. I would add that Julian produced a comprehensive and compelling report that considered all angles and reached independent and well-reasoned conclusions. He identified areas where he had insufficient information and said so. The quality of his report and approach plainly endeared him to the Judge… Julian performed well under cross-examination, maintaining, as Andrew says, his position, but answering questions in a straightforward and unevasive way and accepting propositions put to him where it was sensible to do so. The leading QC in question made absolutely no inroads into Julian’s position as a result. On a personal note, Julian was a real pleasure to work with not only in terms of his professionalism and ability, but also his good humour and friendly personality. I would have no hesitation recommending him to colleagues as an expert in his field.”

Joanne Kelly, Partner, Memery Crystal LLP
“I have worked with Julian on numerous construction delay disputes over the past 15 years with Julian acting as the delay expert. This has been mainly within the adjudication forum. On every dispute I’ve worked on, Julian will get his sleeves rolled up and set to work on trying to get to the true story on a project. He is fastidious in terms of the story of the project. He will ensure every significant fact is supported by contemporaneous documents.
I also think the fact that Julian has experience of working on site assists tremendously in terms of getting to the correct story and also enhances his credibility in front of the counter-party and the adjudicator/judge.
The standard of his report writing is good and he uses photographs, where available, which assists in getting the story of the project across to an adjudicator and/or judge.
As an expert, he is even and fair handed in his presentation of the facts. So if a point arises that does not support his position, he will deal with it head-on and come up with a counter position.
I think we have a 100% success rate on the cases we’ve worked on. I would have no hesitation recommending Julian as a delay claims expert.”

Joseph Griffiths, Partner, Manches LLP
“Julian was able to grasp complex issues in a very short space of time, and effectively liaised with other technical experts to ensure that his analysis was both technically and factually correct. His report was well presented and addressed all of the issues raised by the Referring party. He is a great team player and he helped the client achieve an important victory in the case. I have no hesitation in recommending Julian as a forensic planning expert witness.”

Commercial Director, Curtain walling contractor
“Julian worked with our site management team and developed a solid report that clearly explained how the main contractor had delayed and disrupted our planned works.  Following presenting this to the main contractor, we negotiated a favourable settlement.  I would recommend Julian as an excellent forensic planner.”

Commercial Claims Director, Construction & Engineering Company
“The technical support from Julian Sutton has always been very helpful and well informed. I find his practical approach allows us to get to the issues and his and his teams’ forensic delay work was logical and well-founded. We have had some challenging situations to deal with and the technical outcomes have always been well received. I would use Julian and his team again.”

Gavin Eyles, Director, CSK Architects
“I was very impressed with Turner & Townsend’s delay analysis on a recent adjudication. I would highly recommend both Julian Sutton and [his assistant], their in-depth and forensic approach was invaluable in rebuffing the contractor’s bogus claims.”

Dan Whittingham, Managing Director, Opera
“Julian and I have worked together over many years, often on complex planning exercises, which frequently involved challenging access and site logistics. Julian has always approached these tasks in a considered and diligent fashion and I have always found that his background in contracting makes him particularly well suited to such work. He is a truly valued partner to our business.”