Energy & Natural Resources

Ben Gardner is a go-to junior for notable firms in the energy space on a range of complex disputes including in the oil and gas, power and mining sectors. He is frequently sought after for ICC, Singapore and LCIA arbitrations.

"Ben Gardner is extremely responsive and extremely hard-working."

"Ben Gardner is very user-friendly and he is very thorough in his research."

"Ben is a safe pair of hands with good commercial nous."

Gaurav Sharma is dual-qualified in England and France and has experience working as both an in-house litigator for Shell and a solicitor-advocate. He has a strong oil and gas specialism, acting on commercial disputes and international investment disputes.

"Gaurav has a first-rate understanding of the market and commercial issues. He is a real leader in the field of gas price reviews."

"Gaurav is able to distil a case, even when it is very difficult, and get results."

"Gaurav Sharma gets the commercial dynamics within the industry and he understands the players."

"He has a very nice manner about him. He is very considered and calm."

Simon Rainey KC is a strong commercial silk with noted prowess in complex, high-profile oil and gas work. He is an expert in maritime and shipping issues, especially those concerning transportation and rig engineering. He frequently appears in the Commercial Court and Court of Appeal, as well as in arbitrations, and is highlighted by peers for his skilful advocacy.

"Simon Rainey is highly intelligent and a safe pair of hands for big-ticket disputes."

"Simon is very clear, measured and balanced."

"Simon is an extremely bright bloke but also very user-friendly. He is an ideal person to have in your corner."

Caroline Pounds continues to impress in heavy contractual disputes across the oil and gas sector involving construction issues, terminated contracts and disputed payments. She has experience in cases before the Commercial Court and in arbitration.

"I am impressed with Caroline's clarity. She focuses on what matters."

"Caroline is very approachable, direct and to the point."

Lionel Persey KC is highly regarded in the field for the depth of his technical expertise, especially in marine engineering. He specialises in midstream and upstream cases including those relating to pipeline, ship and rig construction, as well as oil production and exploration. He is well versed in cases involving oil majors and national oil companies, and has expertise in a number of Middle Eastern jurisdictions. He also has a significant amount of experience sitting as an arbitrator in shipbuilding disputes.

"Lionel Persey is very sure-footed."

Luke Parsons KC is highly respected for his commercial and admiralty practice. His noted shipping expertise strongly informs his adroit handling of a variety of marine engineering disputes in the E&P sector, and he is also adept at dealing with high-value corporate matters. His experience includes advising clients on disputes involving oil rigs, exploration platforms, floating storage platforms and pipelines.

"Luke Parsons is an excellent communicator. He is clear and concise."

"Luke is very good and very persuasive."

Chris Smith KC is an impressive commercial silk who has expertise in energy as part of a wider shipping and commodities practice. He is highly skilled in matters pertaining to the oil and gas sector. He regularly acts on behalf of top-drawer energy companies both in court and in arbitration.

"Chris has deep sector experience. He knows the industry inside-out."

"Chris provides great written advice."