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About
Provided by Michael Ashcroft KC
Practice Areas
Michael is an experienced silk with a broad commercial practice, specialising in high value and complex (often highly technical) commercial contractual disputes. He took silk in 2011, at only 38 years of age. He is very well set-up to work remotely in these challenging times, and successfully represented Trafigura in one of the first applications (for a mandatory injunction requiring payment of US$76 million security) dealt with under the Covid-19 Protocol in the Commercial Court.
Chambers Review
UK Bar
Michael Ashcroft KC is a distinguished barrister with an enviable reputation for his work across shipping and commodities, especially in disputes relating to superyachts and the petroleum industry. He has represented clients in the Supreme Court and is an expert in construction disputes. He is particularly highlighted for his ability in complex arbitrations.
Michael Ashcroft KC is a knowledgeable silk highlighted for his courtroom advocacy. He is skilled in matters involving complex issues, such as contractual disputes and project delays. He has particular strength in oil and gas disputes.
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.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Michael's writing is very persuasive."
"Michael Ashcroft is very strong in arbitration. He's very pleasant and very responsive, being available at all times."
"Michael is able to provide really good real-time advice to clients. He is a well-rounded silk, comfortable in insurance and shipping environments."
"Michael is a leading advocate and a brilliant mind. He is also clear, personable and accommodating. He is an excellent silk."
"Michael Ashcroft is a top shipping KC. He is extremely bright, very engaging and creative in his thinking."
"Michael's writing is very persuasive."
"Michael Ashcroft is very strong in arbitration. He's very pleasant and very responsive, being available at all times."
"Michael is able to provide really good real-time advice to clients. He is a well-rounded silk, comfortable in insurance and shipping environments."
"Michael is a leading advocate and a brilliant mind. He is also clear, personable and accommodating. He is an excellent silk."
"Michael Ashcroft is a top shipping KC. He is extremely bright, very engaging and creative in his thinking."
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