International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance

Duncan Matthews KC is viewed by the market as a heavyweight courtroom advocate. He provides robust international arbitration representation in disputes across a broad spectrum of industries. He regularly handles energy, technology and shipping disputes, among others. He is well versed in matters under UNCITRAL and LMAA rules and has acted in ad hoc arbitrations. He also has expertise in anti-suit injunctions in support of arbitration proceedings.

"Duncan's earned his reputation. The quality of his advocacy is like something I've never seen before. It's absolutely amazing. He is the best courtroom advocate that we work with, by far."

"Duncan Matthews is one of the best advocates I have worked with. His analysis and strategy are very high-level as well as thorough."

"Duncan's is the most Shakespearean voice you will ever hear in court. In cross-examination, you don't want to face him."

"Duncan Matthews is one of the true big stars of the Bar at the moment. He combines huge intellect, real drive and commitment. He's the legal equivalent of a cage fighter."

Philip Edey KC is well regarded for his expertise in international arbitrations, acting in disputes seated in cities such as San Francisco and London under the remit of the ICC and other arbitral institutions. His diverse client base spans the globe, and includes companies and individuals in an ever-growing list of jurisdictions including China and Japan. He has significant expertise in shipping arbitrations. He also takes appointments as an arbitrator.

"Philip Edey is a terrific advocate and strategist. He really stands out at the bar."

"Philip's technical skills are excellent."

Belinda McRae is a fast-rising star in the field of international arbitration. She has a burgeoning practice which covers a broad range of matters including commercial arbitrations, investor-state disputes and related appeals. She has experience acting in proceedings under LCIA and ICC rules.

"Belinda is a superstar of the arbitration Bar. Her analysis is sophisticated and her work is extremely thorough, but it's her advocacy that is stellar. She's exceptional."

"Belinda is a powerhouse junior barrister who works really hard and knows the facts of the case and the law applicable to it. She exercises great judgement and is among the very best at the Bar."

"Belinda McRae is a generational talent."

"Belinda is really exceptional. She's incredibly responsive, very hard-working and very good with clients."

"Belinda McRae is an outstanding barrister in this area and a very persuasive advocate."

Charles Kimmins KC is a formidable international arbitration counsel, concentrating on arbitrations under ICC, LMAA and HKIAC rules, as well as acting in ad hoc proceedings. He advocates before tribunals across the world, acting in arbitrations seated in London, Switzerland, New York and Paris. He has particular experience in the insurance and shipping fields, and offers expertise in private equity disputes. He is skilled at leading teams of barristers in multiple related arbitrations.

"Charles is excellent. He knows his stuff inside out and he is extremely respected in his field. He treats everyone fairly and gives everyone the time of day."

"Charles Kimmins is a delight to work with. He's super sharp, extremely user-friendly and very quick on his feet."

"Charles is exceptionally bright and hard-working, and his advocacy is second to none."

David Lewis KC is experienced in appearing before courts and arbitral tribunals including the ICC, SIAC and the LMAA. His arbitration practice continues to thrive and he receives notable instructions from clients in Singapore. He is an expert in complex shipping disputes, as well as those arising in the energy and banking sectors. He regularly accepts appointments as the sole counsel in an arbitration.

"David Lewis is an extremely astute tactician with an encyclopedic knowledge of the law. He's always spot-on with the strategic decisions."

"David is very user-friendly, quickly getting on top of the important issues. He's also a calm, composed and clear advocate before the tribunal."

Michael Ashcroft KC is a hugely intelligent practitioner with impressive credentials across a range of markets, including energy and shipping. His work often involves very high-stakes and extremely technical legal points. He has additional expertise challenging arbitration awards.

"Michael Ashcroft is very strong in arbitration. He's very pleasant and very responsive, being available at all times."

Philip Riches KC undertakes a wide array of disputes, with a particular emphasis on shipping matters. His practice also includes oil and gas and commodities arbitrations. He has particular experience in making applications relating to arbitrations that include freezing injunctions, disclosure orders and arbitral enforcements. He is particularly experienced in cases conducted under LCIA, ICC and LMAA rules.

"Clients like the way Philip explains things. He's able to be concise while also being commercial and clear."

"Philip Riches is our go-to for arbitration work. He will work very hard and get stuck right in."

Sara Masters KC has a distinguished practice in the space which encompasses both institutional and ad hoc arbitrations. She has notable experience representing clients in disputes under the auspices of the ICC, LMAA and LCIA. She has further experience providing counsel on challenges to arbitral awards. She is renowned for her strength in handling matters concerning shipping.

"Sara is a very good and forthright barrister and a hard-working KC. She's willing to get her hands dirty to support solicitors and clients."

Lord Guglielmo Verdirame KC is recognised for his sophisticated international arbitration practice. He has notable experience advising on high-value investment treaty disputes, representing a host of sovereign states and multinational companies. He has appeared before various international arbitration tribunals including the Permanent Court of Arbitration, ICSID and UNCITRAL.

"Guglielmo is stellar. He's very sophisticated in his understanding of international law issues, a compelling advocate, and someone whose knowledge and expertise are obvious and evident."

Henry Byam-Cook KC has a practice which covers a broad range of commercial matters including shipping, insurance and professional negligence. He has notable experience handling arbitrations governed by the rules of the LMAA, and regularly acts as counsel under ad hoc, institutional and trade arbitration rules.

"Henry Byam-Cook has fantastic attention to detail. He's very thorough and approachable, extremely knowledgeable and a great advocate"

"Henry is a very measured and calm arbitration advocate with well-thought-through and punchy written work."

Jonathan Ketcheson has a burgeoning investment treaty arbitration practice. He has acted for sovereign states and global companies in high-stakes disputes. He has experience appearing in arbitrations under several major rule sets, including those of ICSID, UNCITRAL, the LCIA and the LMAA. Ketcheson is called to the Bar of the BVI.

"Jonathan is an excellent advocate on paper and on his feet."

"Jonathan is intellectually very good and across the details on very complex cases."

Luke Pearce KC handles international arbitrations across a range of jurisdictions. He has acted before tribunals in London, Zürich, New York and San Francisco in disputes governed by LCIA, LMAA, ICC and AAA rules. He is well versed in commercial arbitrations relating to energy, shipping and insurance disputes, and is adept at handling arbitration award enforcements.

"Luke Pearce is absolutely going places. He's a really impressive junior silk."

"Luke is very methodical and precise. He does a very good job for his clients."

Mark Tushingham maintains a broad commercial practice, including investment treaty disputes, international arbitration and arbitration-related court work. He has additional expertise advising on banking, energy and commodities matters. He has appeared in matters under ICSID, ICC, LCIA and LMAA rules. Prior to joining the England and Wales Bar, Tushingham practised as a barrister in New Zealand.

"Mark Tushingham is extremely able."

"Mark's drafting is excellent. He is very detailed and has excellent presentational skills."

Sam Goodman has a strong arbitration and investment treaty disputes practice. He has acted in several significant arbitrations over the past few years, appearing in proceedings brought under the auspices of the LCIA, ICC, ICSID, LMAA, PCA and SCC.

"Words don't do Sam justice. He is just fantastic - the best junior barrister at the Bar, in my view. He regularly outperforms silks."

"It's an overly used adage, but Sam Goodman really is a rising star and exceptional talent."

"Sam is exceptionally bright and hard-working. He's very easy to approach, he gets to grips with matters and issues extremely quickly, and he's liked by clients."

"Sam Goodman is a very bright junior. He works very hard and he's very good and confident on his feet."

Wendy Miles KC is respected for her ability to handle complex ICC, ICSID and LCIA arbitral proceedings. A specific area of strength lies in handling issues relating to the energy and natural resources sector. She also acts as an arbitrator.

"Wendy advocates perfectly. The tribunal eats out of her hand. She's fantastic."

"Wendy is very authoritative on issues of arbitration. I would recommend and hire her again in a heartbeat."