Leonard Curtis strengthens property and construction expertise with key appointment
Professional services group Leonard Curtis has bolstered its property and construction specialist advisory team with the appointment of Chris Duffill, a dual-qualified chartered quantity surveyor with over 35 years’ experience.
His career includes leadership roles such as commercial director at a main contractor, managing director of a property developer, and managing director of a multi-disciplinary professional consultancy practice.
In the past decade, Duffill has become a trusted advisor to the asset-based lending (ABL) sector and the wider financial services industry, offering vital support to funders operating in property and construction. With a deep understanding of how funders monitor and manage risk, Chris has helped drive innovative solutions to complex industry challenges.
Chris Duffill said: “I am impressed by the progressive and inclusive attitude of the company and its people, and excited by the opportunity to bring my extensive construction and contractual sector knowledge to Leonard Curtis’ significant client base.”
CEO Dan Booth said: “Chris’s appointment further strengthens our property and construction offering, which is recognised for a proactive approach to early intervention, providing dispute resolution, funding and restructuring advice.
“He boasts a track record that is rivalled by few, and his knowledge and expertise will be hugely valuable to our clients as they look to navigate the unique challenges that exist in the sector.”
The appointment follows that of highly experienced industry figure Peter Vinden earlier in 2024.
Supporting funders, property owners, commercial landlords, main contractors, sub-contractors, and other key stakeholders, Leonard Curtis delivers tailored solutions to help clients navigate challenges and maximise opportunities.
This strategic hire reaffirms Leonard Curtis’s commitment to enhancing its specialist services and continuing to provide innovative market-leading support to businesses and their advisors across the UK.
