SILK PROFILE

Alexander Gunning KC

UK Bar 2026

One Essex Court

Ranked in 5 practice areas

Energy & Natural Resources

London (Bar)

18 years ranked

International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance

London (Bar)

19 years ranked

Commercial Dispute Resolution

London (Bar)

14 years ranked

Shipping & Commodities

London (Bar)

12 years ranked

International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering

London (Bar)

15 years ranked

About

Provided by One Essex Court

Practice Areas

Barrister specialising in complex, high-value international disputes, predominantly resolved in arbitration, commonly concerning large energy and offshore construction projects and the extraction and sale of natural resources.

Career

Called to the Bar 1994, Silk 2012

Professional Memberships

COMBAR (former Chair), Inter Pacific Bar Association, ICC, LCIA (member of European Users’ Council), LMAA (Supporting Member)

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

UK Bar

Energy & Natural Resources - London (Bar)

Band 1

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.

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International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance - London (Bar)

Band 1

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.

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Shipping & Commodities - London (Bar)

Band 2

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.

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International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering - London (Bar)

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Alexander Gunning KC of One Essex Court is highly regarded for his international arbitration practice focusing on matters of construction and energy. He is particularly well known for his expertise in handling disputes regarding the cancellation of construction projects abroad. He also has a specialism in cases relating to offshore oil and gas projects. His instructions come from numerous jurisdictions including Russia, Africa and Turkey.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Alexander is personable, commercial and always hugely well prepared. A real leader who is excellent in all respects.
Energy & Natural ResourcesUK Bar
Alex stands out for really showing judgement and insight out of the norm.
Energy & Natural ResourcesUK Bar
There are not enough superlatives to describe Alexander - clients get a great deal of confidence in the way that he delivers advice.
Energy & Natural ResourcesUK Bar
Alexander is phenomenally intelligent and has a grasp of detail which is second to none.
International Arbitration: General Commercial & InsuranceUK Bar
He is an exceptional advocate with a keen analytical mind, allowing him to break down even the most intricate legal issues with clarity.
International Arbitration: General Commercial & InsuranceUK Bar
Alex Gunning is an absolutely first-rate KC. He possesses every quality that the clients dream for the best advocate for the case. On top of that, he is extremely delightful to work with.
International Arbitration: General Commercial & InsuranceUK Bar