Jason Torrance
Partner
Dispute Resolution
- Bishop's Stortford
Biography
I specialise in contentious construction matters, including claims relating to breach of contract, the recovery of interim and final payments, valuation and variation disputes, defective works and professional negligence. I act for developers, contractors, sub-contractors and individuals.
I am experienced in referring and responding to adjudications and firmly believe in this method of resolving construction disputes.
I run the NFU LAS scheme and am the firm’s main point of contact with the NFU. I advise agricultural and farming clients on a range of disputes, including adverse possession, rights of way, easements, boundary issues, rights of light, contracts and commercial claims.
Delivering what you really need
I understand the stress and financial implications of any form of dispute and will always provide commercial advice, allowing my clients to make informed commercial decisions from the outset.
I believe that alternative dispute resolution is a powerful tool, and I proactively seek to negotiate and settle disputes where possible, including through mediation. The Legal 500 2020 edition describes me as “well-versed in ADR”.
Expertise
Awards and accreditations
Further information
“Jason Torrance provided exceptional litigation advice, helping us through a challenging time. We highly recommend him and his team at Tees for their professionalism and approachability.” Legal 500 UK, 2025, South East – Commercial litigation: Beds, Bucks, Herts, Middx
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