International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering

Andrew White KC possesses a breadth of experience as a construction silk. He specialises in international arbitrations concerning the full spectrum of construction and engineering-related disputes, including those concerning oil and gas and transportation projects. He represents a myriad of clients, including contractors, joint ventures and construction companies across East Asia. He also acts in ad hoc arbitrations.

Chantal-Aimée Doerries KC has expertise in representing clients in international arbitrations concerning engineering, infrastructure projects and construction. She has significant experience in ad hoc arbitrations as well as those held under LCIA, ICC, SIAC, LMAA and DIFC auspices. She has handled arbitrations in various locations, including London and Asia.

David Streatfeild-James KC is a pre-eminent silk who attracts incredible praise for his advocacy. He handles challenging, high-value international arbitrations with seats in London and Paris, appearing on behalf of contractors and state-owned companies from around the world. He has appeared in arbitrations relating to transport infrastructure, often addressing delay claims and contractual disputes.

James Howells KC is well regarded for his wide-ranging international arbitration practice with an emphasis on energy, construction and engineering. He has dealt with disputes in the Middle East, Africa and South-East Asia, and has handled arbitrations under the auspices of the ICC, LCIA and SIAC.

Karim Ghaly KC regularly appears as sole counsel in various international arbitrations for a number of significant international clients. He is particularly impressive when handling construction and engineering disputes in the Middle East and Asia. He is adept at handling ICC arbitrations, as well as ad hoc arbitrations.

Manus McMullan KC is one of the leading practitioners in the area and has a stellar reputation in the sphere of infrastructure disputes. He is sought after by governments, corporations and international contractors in connection with national and foreign disputes concerning a wide array of issues including construction, engineering and energy. He has recently appeared in a number of high-value arbitrations relating to infrastructure projects under ICSID and ICC rules.

Samar Abbas Kazmi is a notable junior acting in high-value arbitrations under the auspices of HKIAC, SIAC and the ICC. He is regularly instructed in arbitrations regarding infrastructure projects in the oil and gas and transport sectors across the UAE, East Asia and America.

Simon Lofthouse KC concentrates his practice heavily on complex international construction arbitrations, but also possesses expertise in disputes regarding energy and construction-related professional negligence issues. He represents contractors and subcontractors in hearings taking place in the UAE and Hong Kong. He is well versed in ICC arbitrations.

Stuart Catchpole KC is a pre-eminent silk who is renowned for his expertise in international arbitration, specialising in construction and engineering disputes but also covering cases arising in the transport, power generation and energy industries. He provides robust representation in arbitrations under the auspices of the LMAA, ICC and LCIA. He is also highly regarded as an arbitrator.

Zulfikar Khayum is highly proficient at handling construction-related arbitrations and regularly appears before tribunals in the Middle East and Asia. He acts in complex disputes, often governed by ICC and SIAC rules. He is particularly adept at handling issues of delay and contract terminations.

Christopher Lewis KC has a notable international practice, regularly acting in large arbitrations in the infrastructure and construction sector for clients across Europe and the USA. He has extensive knowledge of ICC proceedings.

Riaz Hussain KC has a solid reputation for acting in complex construction and international arbitration disputes, particularly those which concern infrastructure and mixed-use projects. He receives notable instructions from clients in the UAE and is deeply familiar with arbitrations under DIAC rules. He has expertise in handling delay claims and quantum matters.

Stephen Dennison KC is widely praised for his expertise in handling international arbitrations, primarily in connection with matters of civil engineering, construction, transport, energy and utilities. He is particularly sought after for arbitrations governed by the rules of the ICC and LCIA. He handles project disputes arising out of numerous jurisdictions, particularly in the Middle East.

Steven Walker KC has an established international arbitration practice that is active in the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. He has arbitrated in ICC and UNCITRAL matters, and acts for contractors in disputes relating to energy and transport infrastructure projects.

Andrew Goddard KC has secured a notable footprint in Hong Kong and is well versed in advocating under HKIAC rules in high-value construction arbitrations. He acts on behalf of governments and subcontractors in a range of disputes, often involving shipping and infrastructure projects. He is particularly adept at handling contractual disputes.

Christopher Reid is a highly sought junior in the construction arbitration space. He is regularly instructed as counsel in matters across the globe, including those being arbitrated under a range of rules such as SIAC and LCIA.

Edmund Neuberger is recognised for his burgeoning construction and engineering arbitration practices. He has related experience in professional negligence, infrastructure and project disputes and technology. He has appeared before esteemed tribunals in disputes often centred on construction projects in Asia and the Middle East.

Jonathan Acton Davis KC enjoys a strong reputation for his specialist expertise in construction and engineering litigation and arbitration. He is no stranger to complex and high-value disputes. Clients from across the EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions consider him their go-to choice of counsel for high-stakes arbitrations. He has particular expertise in Omani and UAE law.

Lucie Briggs has a great deal of experience handling disputes arising from projects in the Middle East. She is well versed in arbitrations concerning infrastructure and development projects. She has notable knowledge of proceedings under the auspices of the ICC and LCIA, among others.

Mark Chennells KC is a seasoned arbitration barrister with noteworthy experience in construction disputes. He is deeply familiar with the rules of various arbitral institutions, acting in SIAC, DIAC, LMAA and ICC proceedings on behalf of an international client base. He often receives instruction from large construction, maritime and commercial real estate projects.

Rupert Choat KC has a flourishing arbitration practice and appears regularly in the Middle East. He has demonstrable strength in construction disputes, acting for states, contractors and construction companies in a number of ICC arbitrations and advocating before the SCC.

Andrew Fenn KC is a capable junior with an increasing profile in the international arbitration world. He tackles complex arbitrations across Asia and Africa, bringing to bear a strong understanding of foreign law. He is well versed in disputes in the construction and engineering spaces, and regularly acts for contractors and blue-chip companies.