Richard Stead is a respected barrister whose construction practice includes claims concerning the professional negligence of engineers, surveyors and architects, typically acting for claimants. He also offers deep knowledge of the insurance elements of property damage cases.”

Chambers UK 2024, Construction

One of Chambers’ most senior barristers, Richard has considerable experience in the fields of commercial disputes. He is highly sought-after in construction and engineering matters as well as being highly recommended in professional negligence cases concerning architect, engineers and surveyors.  He also offers expertise in insurance elements of property damage cases.

He has recently represented Croydon Hotels in a claim against Ardmore, a construction company, for defective works and liquidated damages.

Renowned for his skills as an excellent advocate, Richard always commands respect and attention in Court. His reputation means he is regularly called to represent clients at joint settlement meetings and mediations in negotiating resolutions in high-value cases.

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Richard is reliable and gives bulletproof advice. He is pragmatic and very easy to work with.”

The Legal 500 2022, COMMERCIAL LITIGATION

A consummate advocate who is able to perfectly judge the right approach and always has the ear of the court.”

LEGAL 500 2021, COMMERCIAL LITIGATION

Recommended for professional negligence matters.”

Legal 500 2020, Commercial, Banking, Insolvency and Chancery law

An extremely good advocate.”

Legal 500 2019, COMMERCIAL, BANKING, INSOLVENCY AND CHANCERY LAW

Recommended for professional negligence cases.”

Legal 500 2018, COMMERCIAL, BANKING, INSOLVENCY AND CHANCERY LAW

  • Qualifications & awards:

    • MA (Cantab), ACI Arb

  • Professional memberships:

    • Personal Injury Bar Association
    • Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and Technology
    • Construction Bar Association

  • Richard Stead is regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and holds a current practising certificate. If you are not satisfied with the service provided, please read here.