Energy & Natural Resources

Jason Robinson is a respected commercial litigator who has had involvement in a range of leading energy cases. He has acted for a number of prominent energy entities including major oil companies.

"Jason Robinson is the hardest working person I know and he delivers excellent work product."

"Jason is extremely responsive and solution-focused."

"Jason has exceptional intelligence and attention to detail."

David Allen KC is well known as a robust advocate, with a strong capacity for analysing in-depth technical detail. He specialises in a range of oil and gas cases relating to pipelines, drilling operations and offshore structures, and handles large international disputes between oil companies, marine engineering firms and other industry bodies. Allen has frequently appeared in arbitrations at the LCIA and LMAA on behalf of energy industry clients.

"I think of David Allen when we need a compelling advocate. He is brilliant in court, extremely well prepared and he gives you a very clear steer on the merits of your position."

"David Allen is very bright and this is reflected in his excellent advocacy."

"David Allen is a fantastic advocate. He is your prize fighter; the person you want on your team when you have to go to court and stand up before a judge."

Sandra Healy is a strong commercial junior who handles a broad array of energy issues including upstream and downstream work. Her experience includes geopolitically sensitive international arbitration cases concerning oil and gas exploration and development rights. She has noted strength in cases which involve shipping, insurance and offshore issues.

"Sandra Healy is a fantastic addition to the legal team."

Jonathan Gaisman KC is an outstanding commercial all-rounder who can adroitly turn his hand to energy cases, particularly those requiring in-depth contractual expertise. Gaisman handles cases concerning insurance and commercial issues pertaining to infrastructure and the extraction of reserves. His broad practice focuses on contested litigation but also encompasses advisory work and appearances as an arbitrator.

"Jonathan Gaisman is such a smooth advocate. His presentational skills are absolutely fabulous."

Richard Southern KC possesses a wealth of experience in the energy sector, frequently appearing in corporate disputes on behalf of major oil and gas clients. He has great expertise in crude oil and iron ore cases and regularly appears as both an advocate and an arbitrator.

"Richard Southern is very cautious in identifying problems and proactive in identifying solutions."

"Richard Southern has excellent written advocacy skills."

Alistair Schaff KC has a considerable reputation as an intellectual heavyweight for a range of commercial disputes. His strong practice covers commercial and insurance litigation and arbitration. Issues handled range from difficulties with construction projects to major environmental disasters, and both traditional and non-traditional energy project matters are well represented in his caseload. His experience is evidenced by his regular appearances as an arbitrator at the ICC, LCIA and LMAA.

"Alistair is very experienced, confident and puts forward a compelling case on behalf of the client."