Commodities: Physicals
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 4
Contact number
+44 208 142 9274Chambers Review
Schjødt is a well-respected Norwegian firm with a significant and growing practice in London. The firm has extensive experience in the physical commodities space and demonstrates notable expertise in disputes arising from contamination, breach of duty and fraud. The firm has additional experience in arbitrations. Its clients include trading and commodities companies and multinational conglomerates.
Work Highlights
- Schjødtacted for Trafigura in High Court proceedings to pursue a USD4 million breach of contract claim against El Soobat.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Schjødt knows exactly what is going on. It is very strong and has a great overlap between shipping and commodities."
"They have well-prepared staff who provide fast responses."
"Schjødt knows exactly what is going on. It is very strong and has a great overlap between shipping and commodities."
"They have well-prepared staff who provide fast responses."
Notable Practitioners
Carl Walker specialises in commodities disputes, handling multiple matters in the High Court. He represents a range of clients, including trading houses, commodities traders and energy companies.
"Carl Walker is a brilliant lawyer. He is very client-oriented."
"Carl Walker is very experienced in commodities cases. He is happy to roll his sleeves up and get into the details of a case."
"Carl Walker is always very commercial and takes part in very strong discussions. He is definitely one of the top commodities partners around."