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Provided by Alexander MacDonald
Practice Areas
Alexander has a broad commercial practice and is recommended as a leading junior in the fields of Commercial Litigation, Energy, Insurance and Reinsurance, International Arbitration, and Shipping. The legal directories describe him as “phenomenally talented and hardworking” and have awarded him “Insurance Junior of the Year” and “Shipping Junior of the Year”.
He has considerable experience in complex, large-scale disputes, such as aviation insurance claims arising out of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the US opioids litigation, and the Yme MOPUstor litigation. He has particular expertise in political and war risks disputes.
Alexander also has a well-established practice as an advocate in his own right, appearing in particular in the Commercial Court and in arbitration in both trials and interlocutory matters.
Alexander is one of the contributing editors to Carver on Charterparties.
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Alexander MacDonald has notable expertise in marine insurance and claims arising out of professional liability and reinsurance disputes. As well as acting as an advocate in court and arbitration, he is also regularly instructed in an advisory capacity. He represents insurers and insured parties in domestic and international insurance disputes.
Alexander MacDonald is a formidable junior with considerable experience in the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court. He advises on international sanctions and shipbuilding contracts, as well as significant cases involving marine insurance cover.
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"Alexander is a standout barrister. He is exceptional in his technical ability, proactive and helpful."
"Alexander is great on the technical aspects and as an advocate. He has skills beyond his years."
"Alexander is knowledgeable in marine insurance."
"Alexander MacDonald is very trustworthy."
"Alexander is a standout barrister. He is exceptional in his technical ability, proactive and helpful."
"Alexander is great on the technical aspects and as an advocate. He has skills beyond his years."
"Alexander is knowledgeable in marine insurance."
"Alexander MacDonald is very trustworthy."
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