The conference:
We are pleased to invite you to Morrisons Solicitors’ second Basement Extensions Conference. The conference brings together leading experts from the engineering, surveying and legal professions, to look at best practice for basement extensions, as well as providing a great opportunity to network with others who have a significant interest in basement construction.
Although targeted at practitioners the event will be of interest to contractors, neighbours and indeed anyone with an interest in this novel type of construction.
Schedule and speakers:
8:45 – 9:30
Registration & breakfast
9:30 – 9:40
Intro & welcome
9:40 – 10:30
Session one: Matthew Hearsum – Partner, Morrisons Solicitors
Matthew will look at private nuisance & adjacent owners; how to avoid problems arising; and managing them once they have arisen
10:30 – 11:00
Morning coffee break
11:00 – 12:00
Session two: Dr Stuart Hardy – Geotechnical Engineer, Arup
Stuart will discuss the role that geotechnical engineering plays in basement construction. The talk will include a discussion on construction options and how these affect potential nuisance to neighbouring structures including ground movements, noise and vibrations.
12:00 – 1:00
Lunch
1:00 – 1:10
Welcome back
1:10 – 2:00
Session three: His Honour Judge Bailey – Judge of Technology & Construction List, Central County Court
HHJ Edward Bailey will talk about his experience, and the approach of the courts to application for injunction and claims for compensation arising from building works.
2:00 – 2:30
Afternoon coffee break
2:30 – 4:00
Session four: Panel Discussion
Will Minting – Party Wall Surveyor, Wilks Head & Eve
Nick Isaac – Barrister, Tanfield Chambers
Nick Huband – Structural Engineer, William J Marshall
Daniel Farrand – Managing Associate, Mishcon de Reya
4:00 – 4:15
Close
4:15 – 5:30
Networking/drinks
How to book:
To book your ticket please click here to visit our Eventbrite page and follow the instructions
We look forward to welcoming you on the day.