International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance

Edward Ho is regarded as being one of the top juniors at the Bar for international arbitration work. He provides representation in Energy Charter Treaty arbitrations and disputes under the auspices of bodies such as ICSID and UNCITRAL. He has notable expertise in the energy, mining and commodities markets. He takes instruction as sole counsel as well as in his capacity as a junior.

Mark Howard KC is acclaimed for his significant experience handling a wide range of arbitrations, including those relating to the telecommunications, energy and banking sectors on behalf of international corporations. He has particular expertise in acting in LCIA and UNCITRAL arbitrations.

Vernon Flynn KC is known for his significant expertise in handling domestic and international commercial disputes, including multi-jurisdictional arbitration. He has appeared before courts and tribunals in various jurisdictions including Dubai, Singapore, Stockholm and the Cayman Islands, acting on behalf of prominent individuals and major corporations. He has taken part in arbitrations under the auspices of the ICC and various other arbitral institutions.

Senior junior Jonathan Dawid advises a broad range of commercial clients in high-stakes arbitral proceedings under several of the major rules, including those of the ICC, the LCIA, ICSID and UNCITRAL. Clients recognise the deep breadth of his knowledge and experience, often instructing him as lead counsel on matters, including as sole counsel, sometimes against heavyweight silks.

Salim Moollan KC operates a busy practice taking in investor-state disputes at a high level as well as straight commercial arbitrations. He also draws on his experience as former chair and vice-chair of UNCITRAL and is a member of numerous other panels. He has particular expertise in energy and telecoms cases. He is considered a go-to counsel for cases involving Mauritian and Singaporean law.

Stephen Midwinter KC acts as an adviser and advocate in international arbitrations, with substantial experience handling disputes under LCIA rules. He handles a wide array of disputes and has a strong emphasis on insurance and reinsurance claims and extensive knowledge of the energy and banking sectors. The disputes he is involved in are often worth tens of millions of pounds. He has developed especial expertise in CIS-related cases.

Zahra Al-Rikabi is a rising star in the field of international arbitration. She is sought after by investors for her investment treaty disputes expertise. Al-Rikabi's fluency in Arabic makes her a prime candidate for instructing solicitors seeking MENA expertise. She recently began accepting appointments as an arbitrator.

Ali Al-Karim is commended for his thriving international arbitration practice. He has experience beyond his years advising both states and investors on treaty disputes under ICSID rules. Other areas of expertise include arbitration-related litigation, sanctions and broader matters of public international law. Additionally, Al-Karim is well versed in EU law arbitration matters.

Ben Woolgar is extremely experienced in commercial arbitration matters, having acted in mandates under a range of rules including HKIAC, SIAC, LCIA and ICC. Matters cover a broad array of issues including insurance policies, contractual disputes and injunctions.

Emilie Gonin earns praise for her sophisticated international arbitration practice. She represents both sovereign states and investors in high-stakes investment treaty disputes heard under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules. Additionally, she represents private parties in commercial arbitrations brought under the major procedural rules, including Swiss Rules and those of the ICC, the LCIA and UNCITRAL, among others. Gonin also accepts appointments as arbitrator.

Fionn Pilbrow KC acts on behalf of a variety of individuals and organisations including oil companies, banks, insurers and reinsurers. He is experienced in disputes conducted under the LCIA and ICC, as well as arbitrations pursuant to LMAA rules. He also has experience obtaining and enforcing arbitration awards.

Harry Matovu KC is a heavyweight commercial silk who brings his impressive skill set to bear for both sovereign states and companies alike in high-stakes international arbitrations. He has notable expertise representing clients in arbitrations concerning Africa-related disputes. He has in-depth knowledge of related arbitral matters such as enforcements.

Helen Davies KC is widely distinguished as a market-leading commercial silk. In addition to her litigation and competition practices, Davies takes on high-value international arbitration instructions for a broad host of clients, including private UHNW individuals and multinational corporations. She is also a popular choice of arbitrator. Davies is the joint head of Brick Court Chambers.

Simon Salzedo KC is noted for his international arbitration expertise, particularly in disputes under the auspices of the LCIA and LMAA. His practice covers a wide range of markets such as insurance and reinsurance, banking and shipping. He regularly acts on behalf of trustees, wealth funds and other entities across Africa and Asia. Before turning to the law, he worked as an accountant.

Tim Lord KC brings deep expertise to his international arbitration work, which sees him acting in high-stakes, complex matters. He has experience appearing before leading tribunals, operating under the auspices of the LCIA, the ICC and HKIAC. He is called upon to act for big-name multinational corporations and UHNW individuals in high-value disputes.

Chintan Chandrachud is recognised as an up-and-comer for his work in the international arbitration space. He has appeared in ICSID, PCA, MCIA, LCIA, ICC, UNCITRAL and ad hoc arbitrations. He has notable sector expertise in energy and mining, and receives instructions from multinational corporations, sovereign states and state-owned entities. He also accepts arbitrator appointments.