New appointment at Beale & Co strengthens the legal firm’s position as a leading specialist for complex construction and infrastructure matters.
International construction and insurance law specialists Beale & Co has appointed David Nitek as a partner in the firm’s construction, engineering and infrastructure team.
Nitek joins from leading international law firm Herbert Smith Freehills, where he played a pivotal role advising on major infrastructure projects both in the UK and internationally. With more than 20 years of experience, he brings extensive expertise in litigation, arbitration, adjudication and alternative forms of dispute resolution. His clients include international contractors, subcontractors and consultants operating across a variety of sectors. His practice also includes a focus on the Middle East, where he was previously based for several years.
Recognised for his expertise, Nitek is listed in Who’s Who Legal as a thought leader for construction and is also ranked as a recommended lawyer in The Legal 500 for both construction: contentious and rail, and in Chambers UK for both construction: contentious and construction: international arbitration. He is praised for his “ability to look into the future and pre-empt what might happen in a dispute.”
Commenting on the appointment, Beale & Co senior partner Sheena Sood said “We are thrilled to welcome David to the partnership. His deep industry knowledge, strategic mindset and commercial instincts will be an asset to our clients, our people and the firm as a whole.”
David Nitek commented: “I am excited to join Beale & Co at such a strategically significant time. The firm’s longstanding reputation in the construction, engineering and infrastructure sector provides a fantastic opportunity to continue delivering value to clients and the wider industry.”
Nitek’s arrival further strengthens Beale & Co’s position as a leading specialist firm for complex construction and infrastructure matters, in the UK, Ireland, UAE, Canada and across the globe.
