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About
Provided by John Gilbert
Practice Areas
Mr Gilbert resolves disputes in the energy sector through litigation, arbitration, expert determination and mediation. He advises on a broad range of disputes related to oil and gas exploration and production, including in relation to gas sales agreements, the construction and operation of pipelines, and the downstream sector. In addition, he advises on disputes relating to power generation, both conventional and renewables with particular experience in relation to the construction of renewables projects. Mr Gilbert has also represented clients on issues related to business and human rights and on conducting incident investigations.
Career
Prior to joining Bracewell, in addition to working in private practice, Mr Gilbert served as in-house counsel in the dispute resolution team of an oil and gas supermajor.
Professional Memberships
Accredited Mediator; Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators; Association of International Energy Negotiators
Personal
Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales; Nottingham Law School, LPC, 1998; University of Cambridge B.A., 1997, honours
Chambers Review
UK
John Gilbert is respected for his adroit handling of contentious oil and gas matters, including disputes pertaining to payment issues and joint venture operations. He is also noted for his expertise in claims concerning renewable energy assets.
John Gilbert is noted for his expertise in high stakes energy arbitrations, particularly in the oil and gas sectors. He is well versed in both ICC and LCIA rules.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"John is a very good advocate and he is very steeped in the industry. He is sensible, friendly and cooperative."
"John is a very commercial litigator who understands the energy sector very closely."
"John Gilbert is really excellent and personable. He is a great lawyer."
"John Gilbert is very impressive."
"John is a very good advocate and he is very steeped in the industry. He is sensible, friendly and cooperative."
"John is a very commercial litigator who understands the energy sector very closely."
"John Gilbert is really excellent and personable. He is a great lawyer."
"John Gilbert is very impressive."