International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering
UK Bar Guide 2025 : London (Bar)
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Barristers at Crown Office Chambers are highly proficient in international arbitration and are regularly instructed to appear in construction-related disputes. The set is noted for its strong grasp of arbitrations relating to big-ticket infrastructure projects, including transport and energy developments. An interviewee comments: "Crown Office Chambers possesses a strong track record in international construction arbitration." Another adds that the set has "multiple heavy hitters". The barristers wield significant expertise in cases arising from projects in the Middle East, regularly handling arbitrations governed by LCIA, ICC, DIAC, LMAA or ADCCAC rules on behalf of contractors, subcontractors and joint venture partners.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Crown Office are among my favourite team of clerks. They're really easy to work with. I'd mention Andy Flanagan in particular."
"Andy Flanagan is very responsive, very clear and down to earth. He's always a pleasure to work with."
"The clerks are very good, contactable and responsive."
"The clerks at Crown Office Chambers are always a pleasure to deal with."
"Crown Office are among my favourite team of clerks. They're really easy to work with. I'd mention Andy Flanagan in particular."
"Andy Flanagan is very responsive, very clear and down to earth. He's always a pleasure to work with."
"The clerks are very good, contactable and responsive."
"The clerks at Crown Office Chambers are always a pleasure to deal with."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Rigney KC is a noted international arbitration practitioner who is highly experienced in handling high-value disputes across a range of sectors. He has in recent years handled matters concerning infrastructure projects, shipping, oil and gas, and process plants. He is sought after by clients around the globe in relation to claims arising in the Middle East and Africa, acting before the LMAA, ICC and LCIA.
"Andrew is very, very strategic and really good on his feet. He has an ability, through his good humour, to win over the tribunal. He knows when to inject humour into a case, and tribunals love it."
"The quality of Andrew's advocacy is outstanding."
"Andrew is simply fantastic. He is extremely responsive, and his advocacy skills are second to none."
"Andrew is extremely user-friendly. He's technically very strong and his advocacy skills are top notch, truly excellent. He presents the client's point in a really professional and eloquent manner."
"Andrew Rigney is highly regarded - a very safe pair of hands for even the biggest cases."
Crispin Winser KC acts in a range of high-value international arbitrations. He is especially active in disputes relating to civil engineering works and construction projects in the Middle East and Africa. He is experienced in ICC and LCIA proceedings as well as those of other arbitral institutions.
"Crispin demonstrates exceptional expertise and a solution-focused approach. He displays a deep understanding of any complexities involved. He's a valuable asset to any team in an arbitration."
"Crispin Winser KC is very knowledgeable of civil legal systems in the Middle East. It's particularly impressive."
Anna Laney KC is highly respected for her construction and engineering arbitration prowess. She advises clients across a broad range of areas on their disputes, including energy, residential and commercial development and civilian infrastructure. Such disputes include delay claims, employment disputes, matters of professional negligence and defect claims. For parties in the Middle East region, she is considered a go-to. She has appeared in arbitrations under ICC, LCIA, DIAC and QICCA rules. She also accepts appointments as arbitrator.
"Anna Laney is a fierce advocate. She's great at cutting across issues in the quickest possible way. She's absolutely brilliant."
"Anna is brilliant. Our clients love her. She puts them at ease."
"Anna exceeds our expectations at every stage. Her ability to grasp the most complex technical details with absolute ease is just unbelievable."
"Anna Laney brings out the best in people. It makes her a very valuable member of any counsel team. She goes beyond her role as a barrister."