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Energy & Natural Resources - UK
Individual Editorial
Alexander Gunning KC is well regarded by peers and solicitors for his effective style of advocacy. He has been involved in a range of energy infrastructure cases, and has acted for contractors in disputes concerning the mining, drilling and transportation of natural resources. Gunning frequently represents clients from Central Asia and China.
Strengths
Alexander Gunning is a brilliant advocate and he is very good on the detail.
His knowledge, delivery and accessibility are first-class.
Alexander Gunning commands the whole proceeding. He knows his cases back to front.
International Arbitration - The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Individual Editorial
Alexander Gunning KC handles an impressive number of complex cases, regularly acting under institutions such as the LCIA and ICC. He is particularly well-versed in disputes relating to the mining, energy and financial services sectors for clients based across Asia. Clients note his meticulous work ethic and ability to distil huge volumes of information against seemingly impossible deadlines.
Strengths
Alex is a star of the English Bar, a true leading KC. His knowledge, delivery and accessibility in every respect is first-class.
Alexander Gunning is one of the best advocates I have seen. He's ruthless, but in a brilliant and lovely way. Behind the scenes, he's ferociously hard-working.
Alex is the whole package, in terms of responsiveness and extreme smarts. He isn't someone who tells clients what they want to hear; he tells them what they need to hear.
Alex is the most efficient KC I’ve ever worked with. He conducts elegant advocacy, and his advice is consistently top-quality. He is a barrister that I feel lucky to be able to instruct.
Dispute Resolution: Commercial - UK
Strengths
Alex's legal analysis and commercial awareness are both second to none, making him a highly impressive and trusted adviser.
He's into the details, providing excellent advice and overall great client service. He has a deep knowledge of energy disputes, and is someone I'll be sure to instruct time and again.
Shipping & Commodities - UK
Individual Editorial
Alexander Gunning KC of One Essex Court maintains a strong shipping and commodities practice. He has marked expertise in disputes relating to charter parties and the offshore construction of rigs and ships. He has a noted following among Asian clients.
Strengths
Alexander Gunning is excellent.