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Clifford Chance LLP

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration: The Elite

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore


Clifford Chance LLP

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration: The Elite - Singapore

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance's Singapore-based team of lawyers offers a prominent practice with a highly respected bench, able to manage large commercial and treaty-related arbitrations across the region. The office is very active in disputes in the energy and financial services sectors, as well as construction and joint venture disputes. The Singapore office is heavily involved in cases involving Indian parties, including Singapore-seated arbitrations, and members of the team were instrumental in the foundation of the Mumbai Centre for International Arbitration. Clients of the firm include international conglomerates and contractors.

Strengths

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  • Clifford Chance's arbitration team demonstrates substantial depth and regional understanding, particularly in complex cross-border disputes.

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  • They have great depth and breadth of knowledge of substantive as well as procedural laws. They also have a great grasp of cross-border issues and considerations.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Nish Shetty
    Band 2Nish Shetty

    Nish Shetty

    Nish Shetty is an experienced practitioner who has acted in SIAC and HKIAC arbitrations, among others. He has key knowledge of advising clients in the energy sector.

    • Nish is one of the most commercially sensitive lawyers I have worked with.

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  • Band 3Paul Sandosham
    Band 3Paul Sandosham

    Paul Sandosham

    Paul Sandosham is a construction arbitration specialist in Singapore with further experience representing clients in shareholder and energy disputes.

    • Paul is very knowledgeable in terms of disputes and he understands client instructions. He is very sharp during discussions when there is a need to pivot or change strategy.

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    • Paul Sandosham is very thorough and diligent.

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  • Band 4Kabir Singh
    Band 4Kabir Singh

    Kabir Singh

    Kabir Singh has a busy practice representing an international clientele in arbitration, especially relating to the energy sector.

    • Kabir is an extremely safe pair of hands. He is able to deliver his views and advice to senior stakeholders in a persuasive manner even in sensitive and tense situations.

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    • He brought international experience to the table which was helpful for my dispute.

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