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About
Provided by Christopher Hancock KC
Practice Areas
Christopher has appeared before courts at all levels, including the High Court, Court of Appeal, House of Lords and Privy Council. He is a former Chairman of the Commercial Bar Association (COMBAR). Chris is also an LMAA supporting member and sits regularly as a commercial arbitrator.
Chambers Review
UK Bar
Christopher Hancock KC possesses a wide-ranging practice covering both shipping and commodities disputes and arbitrations, arising principally out of the offshore energy, mining and construction sectors.
Christopher Hancock KC is an experienced insurance silk who regularly takes on high-value, complex international claims. He exhibits expertise in cases arising from significant losses in the marine and energy industries, and is expert at handling Bermuda Form arbitrations. He also advises on fidelity cover.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Christopher is a great all-round barrister."
"When Chris is leading, the client gets an insight into how a commercial court judge thinks. He is one of the most commercial lawyers in the Bar."
"Christopher Hancock is a brilliant barrister. He is a master of his craft, his advocacy is fantastic and he zeroes in on the key issues."
"Christopher is strong in shipping insurance and cross-border work."
"Christopher is a great all-round barrister."
"When Chris is leading, the client gets an insight into how a commercial court judge thinks. He is one of the most commercial lawyers in the Bar."
"Christopher Hancock is a brilliant barrister. He is a master of his craft, his advocacy is fantastic and he zeroes in on the key issues."
"Christopher is strong in shipping insurance and cross-border work."