Andrew Guy Blackwood KC

UK Bar

Guy Blackwood KC of Quadrant Chambers is engaged in significant insurance and reinsurance work that focuses particularly on the energy sector. He also handles major political and war risk claims, and is both an arbitrator and a litigator. He has notable expertise in marine insurance disputes.

"Guy is a safe pair of hands. He is experienced and is easy to work with."

"Guy's a great advocate and a go-to silk for matters of the utmost complexity."

"Guy has recently had a lot of success in high-profile matters, going all the way to the Supreme Court. He is immensely helpful and tells you how it is."

"Andrew Guy Blackwood is a safe and experienced pair of hands, and has a good bedside manner."

Guy Blackwood KC is held in high regard for his ability to represent clients in arbitrations concerning insurance and reinsurance matters. He is particularly astute at handling ICC and ICSID arbitrations. His clients operate in a range of sectors, such as mining, although he is also routinely called upon by sovereign states.

"Andrew is a very able member of the Bar. He's succinct in his advocacy without missing the point."

"Guy is super responsive, very client-friendly and commercial in his approach. He's extremely quick yet thorough."

"Andrew Guy Blackwood is the go-to silk for insurance and reinsurance counsel. He's also super user-friendly and a joy to work with, which makes such a difference."

Andrew Guy Blackwood KC is a well-regarded silk who is experienced in commercial litigation, specifically relating to cargo recovery, insurance disputes and smuggling matters.

"Guy gives excellent and clear advice on difficult insurance issues."

"He brings thoughtful and creative energy to matters."

"Guy provides good advice quickly and he is user-friendly throughout matters."

"Andrew is a safe pair of hands, who is experienced and has a good bedside manner. A good advocate with a nice style about him, he's authoritative and has years of experience."

"He is very commercial."