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Insurance - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Alistair Schaff KC is a standout silk for both insurance and reinsurance disputes, who is also adept in the field of international arbitration. Schaff has an extremely active practice and has argued cases in courts of the highest level in the UK and abroad. He is particularly skilled in maritime and energy-related insurance concerns.
Strengths
Alistair is an exceptionally strong and sharp advocate who is able to think quickly on his feet.
Alistair is an excellent advocate.
Shipping & Commodities - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Alistair Schaff KC is a leading commercial barrister renowned for his ability in shipping, insurance and international trade disputes. An admired advocate, he is also regularly called on to act as an arbitrator. He has been engaged in relation to a wide variety of topics, from charter parties to shipbuilding.
Strengths
Alistair is very knowledgeable, on top of the law and on top of his game.
International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Alistair Schaff KC is an acclaimed international arbitration advocate and adviser with significant experience in insurance and reinsurance, infrastructure and construction-related matters. He brings his expertise in pharmaceutical and product liability to his arbitration practice, coupled with a strong understanding of Bermuda Form insurance policies. He also takes regular appointments as arbitrator.
Strengths
Alistair is very experienced, confident and puts forward a compelling case on behalf of the client.
International Arbitration: Arbitrators - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Alistair Schaff KC of 7 King's Bench Walk is a well-known commercial arbitrator with a breadth of expertise in insurance, shipping and international trade disputes. He regularly acts as sole arbitrator in matters under the auspices of the LCIA and ICC.
Strengths
Alistair is a first-rate lawyer. He's always on top of the detail, thorough in his analysis of each point and a pleasure to work with.
Energy & Natural Resources - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Alistair Schaff KC has a considerable reputation as an intellectual heavyweight for a range of commercial disputes. His strong practice covers commercial and insurance litigation and arbitration. Issues handled range from difficulties with construction projects to major environmental disasters, and both traditional and non-traditional energy project matters are well represented in his caseload. His experience is evidenced by his regular appearances as an arbitrator at the ICC, LCIA and LMAA.
Strengths
Alistair is very experienced, confident and puts forward a compelling case on behalf of the client.
