International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering

Andrew Fenn is a capable junior with an increasing profile in the international arbitration world. He tackles complex arbitrations across Asia and Africa, bringing to bear a strong understanding of foreign law. He is well versed in disputes in the construction and engineering spaces, and regularly acts for contractors and blue-chip companies.

"Andrew's drafting style is fantastic, and his oral advocacy skills are really composed and authoritative, beyond his seniority."

Andrew White KC possesses a breadth of experience as a construction silk. He specialises in international arbitrations concerning the full spectrum of construction and engineering-related disputes, including those concerning oil and gas and transportation projects. He represents a myriad of clients including contractors, joint ventures and construction companies across East Asia. He also acts in ad hoc arbitrations.

"Andrew is very pleasant and very knowledgeable. He's at the top of his game for construction and engineering related arbitrations."

"Andrew White is an absolute gentleman and a pleasure to be with or against."

Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC has expertise in representing clients in international arbitrations concerning engineering, infrastructure projects and construction. She has significant experience in ad hoc arbitrations as well as those held under LCIA, ICC, SIAC, LMAA and DIFC auspices. She has handled arbitrationsin various locations, including LondonandAsia.

"Chantal is a fantastic barrister. She's exceptionally smart with strong advocacy skills."

"Chantal is a global leader for high-value and complex commercial arbitrations.She is exceptionally intelligent, incisive, commercially and strategically savvy, and an outstanding advocate."

"Chantal-Aimée Doerries is intelligent, sharp-witted and pragmatic."

David Streatfeild-James KC is a pre-eminent silk who attracts incredible praise for his advocacy. He handles challenging, high-value international arbitrations with seats in London and Paris, appearing on behalf of contractors and state-owned companies from around the world. He has appeared in arbitrations relating to transport infrastructure, often addressing delay claims and contractual disputes.

"David is a heavyweight. He is phenomenally intelligent and very diligent."

"David Streatfeild-James is one of my go-to heavyweight silks for complex construction matters."

James Howells KC is well regarded for his wide-ranging international arbitration practice with an emphasis on energy, construction and engineering. He hasdealt with disputesin the Middle East, Africa and South-East Asia, and hashandled arbitrations under the auspices of the ICC, LCIA and SIAC.

"James is really great. He's all over the detail, collegiate, very good with the tribunal and very, very good at getting them round to his thought process."

"James is extremely knowledgeable and is excellent on paper and in his oral submissions and cross-examination. His oral advocacy style is subtle but effective."

"James is phenomenal. His ability to grasp huge amounts of technical information and to show complete mastery of the detail while keeping sight of the bigger picture is truly outstanding."

Manus McMullan KC is one of the leading practitioners in the area and has a stellar reputation in the sphere of infrastructure disputes. He is sought after by governments, corporations and international contractors in connection with national and foreign disputes concerning a wide array of issues including construction, engineering and energy. He has recently appeared in a number of high-value arbitrations relating to infrastructure projects under ICSID and ICC rules.

"Manus McMullan is top-notch and no doubt one of the very best for oral advocacy and cross-examination, especially in complex, high-value disputes in the field of construction and engineering."

Samar Abbas Kazmi is a notable junior acting in high-value arbitrations under the auspices of HKIAC, SIAC and the ICC. He is regularly instructed in arbitrations regarding infrastructure projects in the oil and gas and transport sectors across the UAE, East Asia and America.

"Samar is the perfect junior at a hearing. He's utterly responsive and able to filter out all the noise."

"Samar always looks at a case from a holistic view, and his work ethic is very impressive. He's always very quick in delivering and communicating with us in a very user-friendly way."

"Samar is an excellent junior barrister. He's responsive, good at drafting and on the ball in terms of different legal systems."

Simon Lofthouse KC concentrates his practice heavily on complex international construction arbitrations, but also possesses expertise in disputes regarding energy and construction-related professional negligence issues. He represents contractors and subcontractors in hearings taking place in the UAE and Hong Kong. He is well versed in ICC arbitrations.

"Simon's advocacy skills are excellent. He is strong in identifying critical matters in advance and understanding the dynamics surrounding procedural issues."

"Simon is the go-to KC for complicated construction arbitrations. He's an extremely impressive advocate in hearings."

Stuart Catchpole KC is a pre-eminent silk who is renowned for his expertise in international arbitration, specialising in construction and engineering disputes but also covering cases arising in the transport, power generation and energy industries. He provides robust representation in arbitrations under the auspices of the LMAA, ICC and LCIA. He is also highly regarded as an arbitrator.

"Stuart Catchpole is a specialist construction lawyer who is extremely well regarded in the field. He's a formidable cross-examiner and very good with quantum experts."

Christopher Lewis KC has a notable international practice, regularly acting in large arbitrations in the infrastructure and construction sector for clients across Europe and the USA. He has extensive knowledge of ICC proceedings.

"He's willing to roll up his sleeves and get stuck in."

Riaz Hussain KC has a solid reputation for acting in complex construction and international arbitration disputes, particularly those which concern infrastructure and mixed-use projects. He receives notable instructions from clients in the UAE and is deeply familiar with arbitrations under DIAC rules. He has expertise in handling delay claims and quantum matters.

"Riaz is a very good oral advocate and very easy to work with."

Stephen Dennison KC is widely praised for his expertise in handling international arbitrations, primarily in connection with matters of civil engineering, construction, transport, energy and utilities. He is particularly sought after for arbitrations governed by the rules of the ICC and LCIA. He handles project disputes arising out of numerous jurisdictions, particularly in the Middle East.

"Stephen Dennison is a pleasure to work with, highly experienced and exceptionally good with clients."

"He is, to put it simply, exceptional. It is a pleasure working with Stephen."

Zulfikar Khayum is highly proficient at handling construction-related arbitrations and regularly appears before tribunals in the Middle East and Asia. He acts in complex disputes, often governed by ICC and SIAC rules. He is particularly adept at handling issues of delay and contract terminations.

"The quality of Zulfikar's work is phenomenal. He's an excellent and enthusiastic junior."

"Zulfikar's advocacy in hearings is first class. He is at the top of his game."

Andrew Goddard KC has secured a notable footprint in Hong Kong and is well versed in advocating under HKIAC rules in high-value construction arbitrations. He acts on behalf of governments and subcontractors in a range of disputes, often involving shipping and infrastructure projects. He is particularly adept at handling contractual disputes.

"Andrew is excellent. I think he's one of the best construction silks in the business. The reason he's so good is that he's really got an eye for the detail and gets stuck into the case."

Edmund Neuberger is recognised for his burgeoning construction and engineering arbitration practices. He has related experience in professional negligence, infrastructure and project disputes and technology. He has appeared before esteemed tribunals in disputes often centred on construction projects in Asia and the Middle East.

"Edmund is exceptionally bright but also calm and measured in his approach. I highly recommend him as a junior on construction disputes."

"Edmund is brilliant. He's a real pleasure to deal with."

Jonathan Acton Davis KC enjoys a strong reputation for his specialist expertise in construction and engineering litigation and arbitration. He is no stranger to complex and high-value disputes. Clients from across the EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions consider him their go-to choice of counsel for high-stakes arbitrations. He has particular expertise in Omani and UAE law.

"Jonathan is charming to work with. He's very good on his feet and he knows construction law inside and out."

"Jonathan is everything you'd expect of a senior member of the Bar. He's cordial and convivial as an opponent, extremely easy to work with and very good with clients."

"Jonathan Acton Davis is always incredibly smooth and urbane around tribunal members. It's clear that he has their respect."

"Jonathan is always the complete gentleman and fantastically client-focused, providing sensible solutions to burning problems."

"Jonathan is calmness personified in his advocacy. He is smooth and elegant, and knows how to hit the right tone with the tribunal."

Lucie Briggs has a great deal of experience handling disputes arising from projects in the Middle East. She is well versed in arbitrations concerning infrastructure and development projects. She has notable knowledge of proceedings under the auspices of the ICC and LCIA, among others.

"Lucie is extremely impressive in the overall delivery of her service."

Mark Chennells KC is a seasoned arbitration barrister with noteworthy experience in construction disputes. He is deeply familiar with the rules of various arbitral institutions, acting in SIAC, DIAC, LMAA and ICC proceedings on behalf of an international client base. He often receives instruction from large construction, maritime and commercial real estate projects.

"Mark is an excellent KC. He is a pleasure to work with and has a great understanding of the client's needs. He will steer the ship in the right direction."

Rupert Choat KC has a flourishing arbitration practice and appears regularly in the Middle East. He has demonstrable strength in construction disputes, acting for states, contractors and construction companies in a number of ICC arbitrations and advocating before the SCC.

"Rupert is a bit of a phenomenon. He's all over the details, leaving no stone unturned. This shows in his advocacy. He wipes the floor with the less prepared."

"Rupert is highly experienced and looks at matters from all angles."

Steven Walker KC has an established international arbitration practice that is active in the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. He has arbitrated in ICC and UNCITRAL matters, and acts for contractors in disputes relating to energy and transport infrastructure projects.

"Steven Walker is an absolutely excellent cross-examiner. He is very subtle but he asks all the right questions. He has a very good grasp of extremely complex facts."

"Steven is a consummate professional. He's really clever, considered and meticulous in his preparation. His advocacy is understated but really effective."

Camille Slow KC earns plaudits for her sophisticated construction and professional negligence practice. She is considered a go-to for disputes touching the Middle East region. She has appeared before esteemed tribunals under a host of rule sets, including ICC, DIAC and LCIA arbitrations.

"Camille is richly deserving of her silk appointment. She's one of the very best."

"Camille has a deep understanding of construction disputes, and her oral cross-examination of experts is excellent."

"Camille is wonderful to work with. She is a great team player and very reassuring with clients. Her advocacy is excellent - she is confident and fluid and nothing seems to faze her."