Michael is a construction and projects partner. Michael has over fourteen years' experience of advising on the legal aspects of construction projects, including nine years in the Middle East.
Michael advises public and private sector clients on procurement options, contracts, forms of security, insurance and claims preparation.
Michael has extensive experience of conducting construction and engineering disputes in the region's local courts and arbitration under both local and international rules. Michael has played an active part in resolving disputes by mediation and conciliation.
Author of a guide to local law and practice entitled "Construction Contracts and Disputes in the United Arab Emirates" Michael has also produced articles on a variety of construction topics for, amongst others, the RIBA Journal and Construction Week. Michael has presented papers at various conferences including the commercial law conference in Bahrain for members of the region's judiciary (at the invitation of the United States Department of Commerce), and the inaugural society of Construction Law (SCL) International Conference in Singapore and the inaugural SCL (UAE) Seminar in Dubai.
Michael is the legal advisor to the UAE branch of The Lighthouse Club, the worldwide construction charity and chairman of the benevolent fund.