UK Bar
Construction - London (Bar)
Simon Hughes KC has a standout reputation for his sterling work on prominent cases at both the national and international levels. He receives instructions in high-value litigation, adjudication and international arbitration cases running the full gamut of construction issues. He is highlighted for his deep knowledge of construction contracts, especially within the FIDIC framework.
Strengths
"Simon Hughes is our first port of call for any significant and complex matter. He truly is at the top of his game."
International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering - London (Bar)
Simon Hughes KC receives a steady flow of instructions from clients around the world, including Africa, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region. He mainly acts in disputes arising in the construction, shipping and energy sectors. He has experience acting in arbitrations under LCIA and DIAC proceedings.
Strengths
"Simon is a true heavyweight construction silk and one of the best at the Bar - user-friendly, pragmatic and authoritative."
"Simon is really excellent, He's very much part of a counsel team. He's very smart and he has a really nice determined yet polite advocacy style."
"Simon is detail-driven and strategy-focused, with an excellent client-facing manner. He's an excellent silk."
Energy & Natural Resources - London (Bar)
Simon Hughes KC is a well-known construction silk with noted experience in the energy sector. He frequently appears in international disputes involving oil fields, coal-fired power plants and nuclear power plants.
Strengths
"Simon has a keen ability to devise a clear strategy, taking in all the moving parts, which then comes to life compellingly through his advocacy."
"Simon Hughes is really excellent. He has a really nice, determined but polite advocacy style."
"Simon is detail driven and strategy-focused, with an excellent client-facing manner."
