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Keith Songhurst

Partner, Head of South Essex Dispute Resolution Team

I am a partner in the firm and I lead the firm’s South Essex Dispute Resolution team. I am based in our Chelmsford office. I am approachable, reliable and responsive, and will quickly identify and give clear, concise advice on the important issues in any matter. As no two cases are ever exactly the same, my job offers great variety and achieving great results for my clients can be very rewarding.

I specialise in property litigation and, where disputes cannot be resolved by negotiation or mediation, have extensive of experience of resolving disputes in the County Court, High Court, First-Tier Property Tribunal and the Lands Tribunal. I am also experienced at dealing with professional negligence claims, contract and construction disputes.

I am a member of the Property Litigation Association.

I am a director of the Colchester Catalyst Charity, a grant-making charity that helps organisations provide support to people with medical conditions or disabilities in North East Essex.

I enjoy sport, particularly golf and football, although my participation these days more often tends to involve running the line or refereeing my children’s football matches. I also enjoy playing the guitar, though not in public!

QUALIFICATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS

  • LLB (Hons) Law Degree
  • Property Litigation Association
  • Director of Colchester Catalyst Charity

What our clients say

  • Peter Allen and Keith Songhurst are recommended for their deep insight in contractual disputes and property litigation respectively.The Legal 500
  • Keith Songhurst is very amiable and has consistently given clear well-thought-out advice, which has resulted in matters being satisfactorily resolved.Client testimonial from the Legal 500
  • The firm provides 'sensible and realistic advice' to its corporate clients and is routinely instructed on high-value and complex dispute claims.The Legal 500
  • I have dealt with different people at Birkett Long and have received a prompt efficient and professional service from them all. I would recommend this company.
  • He is "client focused, methodical and keen to get things resolved".Chambers & Partners 2015
  • We instructed Keith Songhurst to support us with a property litigation matter. He is very approachable and responsive. Our matter was dealt with quickly, calmly and cost effectively, and he took all of the stress out of the situation. We have already recommended Keith and his team at Birkett Long, and will use him and the firm for future matters.
  • Thank you again for your support over what has been a very traumatic period for us.
  • I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your very efficient and successful service. We are very pleased with the outcome.
  • Keith Songhurst is "client focused, methodical and keen to get things resolved".