We defended a contractor claiming unpaid retention on a retirement housing scheme. The employer responded with an exaggerated counterclaim involving energy costs from air-source heat pumps. When COVID hit, we secured one of the UK’s first fully remote construction trials, prepared a seamless digital bundle, and dismantled the opposing evidence in cross-examination. The judge ruled in our client’s favour. Beyond the legal win, this case also demonstrated our agility in adapting to digital trials and leveraging technology to deliver strong results under pressure.