James Mapley
Areas of expertise
James is a Senior Associate in our Construction team specialising in resolving construction disputes. He has significant experience in working for Social Housing Providers, Main Contractors, Specialist Subcontractors and Private Individuals.
Experience
James trained at a National firm before moving to work in London. James has developed experience in Technology and Construction Court Litigation and is regularly involved in representing clients in all of forms of dispute resolution.
Publications
Construction News – Licensing of Principal Contractors Comment to be published September 2024
Conferences
- Devonshires Building Safety Conference 2024
- Grenfell Inquiry Roundtable 2024
Personal
James competes in Triathlons in his spare time and is fortunate to have represented Age Group Team GB at the
- European Sprint distance in Vichy, France
- World Standard distance in Malaga, Spain; and
- European Middle distance in Menen, Belgium.
James also enjoys Sailing, Windsurfing and Skiing.
Awards
Sports Scholar of the Year – University of Kent
Professional memberships
Society of Construction Law
Young Professionals in Construction
Notable cases
James’ insights
1 Sept 2025 • Article 4 min read
Clegg Food Projects Limited v Prestige Car Direct Properties Limited [2025] EWHC 2173
19 Aug 2025 • Article
Lessons from VMA Services Ltd v Project One London Ltd [2025] EWHC 1815 (TCC)
