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Provided by Alex Bevan
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Alex is Global Co-Head of International Arbitration and Energy and Infrastructure Sector Lead.
He has over 20 years' experience advising and representing clients in complex international disputes arising out of construction and development projects, investments, acquisitions and joint ventures.
These disputes arise in a range of industries, in particular infrastructure, energy, mining, and telecoms. Alex also frequently serves as arbitrator in these sectors. Noted in the market for his invaluable strategic thinking and advocacy skills, Alex has represented clients in some of the most complex international arbitrations.
Having spent over a decade in the UAE, clients have described Alex as "the go-to guy for big-ticket disputes in the Middle East". Alex is also frequently called upon to help shape law and practice in international arbitration and other forms of dispute resolution, for example, advising the Abu Dhabi Global Market on developing its award-winning arbitration ecosystem.
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Alex Bevan frequently represents contractors and developers in construction arbitrations. His broad regional experience also encompasses joint venture, investment and other commercial disputes. He is now based in London, where he is global co-head of international arbitration, having previously operated from the Abu Dhabi office of Shearman & Sterling.
Alex Bevan is noted for his considerable expertise in commercial arbitrations relating to African and Middle Eastern jurisdictions. He is regularly instructed by international corporations in the construction energy and oil & gas sector.
Alex Bevan is a highly regarded lawyer with experience in an array of contentious construction issues, including arbitrations arising within the oil and gas sector. He also advises clients on claims relating to EPC contracts and extension of time matters. He recently relocated to London after many years based in Abu Dhabi.
Leading disputes lawyer Alex Bevan is well regarded for his construction arbitration practice in the UAE. He is also regularly called upon to assist with oil and gas cases in addition to high-value contractual disputes. He recently relocated to London after many years based in Abu Dhabi.
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"Alex is an exceptional lawyer."
"Alex is an exceptional lawyer."
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