International Arbitration - The English Bar

Duncan Matthews KC 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.

"He has an excellent reputation as both advocate and arbitrator."

"He is a really heavyweight and highly experienced commercial advocate."

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 very experienced performer."

"He is one of the best in the field."

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.

"He's one of the leading counsel in the field of arbitration."

"For international arbitration, Charles Kimmins KC must be at the top of the ladder."

"He has an encyclopedic knowledge of the relevant arbitration and insolvency laws."

Belinda McRae 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.

"She is fantastic and a pleasure to work with."

"She's very quick, and very impressive all round. She has a good knowledge of the law."

"She has a brilliant legal mind and is my go-to junior for arbitration matters."

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.

"A go-to counsel for the most complex disputes, he is sharp and commercially minded, approachable and accommodating to the needs of even of the most demanding clients."

"He is an exceptionally user-friendly KC who is very responsive, and he cares about the outcome."

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.

"I think he is a very calm and persuasive advocate who has a very good style in hearings."

"He is outstandingly good. He is such a good advocate and naturally persuasive."

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.

"He is a really true expert specialised in shipping law."

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.

"He is excellent - he's really friendly and takes the lead. You can trust him."

"He knows international arbitration inside and out."

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.

"She is hugely experienced, especially in this area of international trade."

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.

"She is very good and very experienced."

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 arbitration relating to energy, shipping and insurance disputes, and is adept at handling arbitration award enforcements.