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About
Provided by George Hilton
Practice Areas
George specialises in commercial disputes and international arbitrations, with knowledge and experience across a number of industry sectors, particularly in financial services, insurance and reinsurance, construction, and information technology. George’s practice encompasses specialist commercial law including expertise in commercial fraud, IT, insolvency and cross-border disputes. Many of his cases involve scientific, engineering and IT subject matter.
Career
University of Oxford, Chemistry – first-class honours, Oxford University Press Chemistry Prize, New College Scholar
Lincoln’s Inn – Lord Mansfield Scholar, Buchanan Prize, Sir Jean-Pierre Warner Award, Hardwicke Entrance Award, Levitt Scholarship
Prior to joining Chambers, George worked at the EU Commission in Brussels (DG SANCO) and at J.P. Morgan Chase & Co (Technology and Pharmaceutical M&A).
Professional Memberships
COMBAR, TECBAR, CHBA, IPBA
Chambers Review
UK Bar
George Hilton is well regarded for his ability to represent insurers and public bodies in complex cases arising out of flooding, fires and construction defects.
George Hilton of 2 Temple Gardens is commended for his truly international practice, advising on arbitrations touching an impressively broad range of jurisdictions. Notable areas of expertise include oil and gas, joint ventures disputes and construction claims. He has appeared in several high-stakes arbitrations under ICC, LCIA, GAFTA, DIAC and ad hoc rules.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"George is assiduous, incisive and commercial in equal measures."
"George can make complex issues seem relatively simple. He is always happy to assist on matters."
"George is really on top of the detail and is very responsive. He is very good with clients."
"George is an expert in the field of ICC international arbitration with an eye for details and excellent advocacy skills."
"George is an extraordinary barrister. He has a 360-degree view on all the matters he handles. He is a very experienced advocate, and his drafting skills are second to none."
"George has a super brain."
"George is assiduous, incisive and commercial in equal measures."
"George can make complex issues seem relatively simple. He is always happy to assist on matters."
"George is really on top of the detail and is very responsive. He is very good with clients."
"George is an expert in the field of ICC international arbitration with an eye for details and excellent advocacy skills."
"George is an extraordinary barrister. He has a 360-degree view on all the matters he handles. He is a very experienced advocate, and his drafting skills are second to none."
"George has a super brain."
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