LAWYER PROFILE

Daniel Wilmot

Global 2026

Stewarts

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Dispute Resolution

Africa-wide

1 year ranked

International Arbitration

4 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Dan is an arbitration specialist. He represents clients in international commercial and investor-state arbitration and arbitration-related litigation before the English Courts. His practice, experience and client-base are as global as they are diverse.

His experience covers arbitrations proceeding under the major institutional rules and in ad-hoc arrangements. He has advised on disputes governed by a range of applicable laws, subject to various arbitral seats and involving many jurisdictions.

Dan is widely recognised as an expert in disputes connected with Africa and the Middle East.

Dan has expertise in oil & gas disputes, including construction matters. His sectoral experience includes cases in the technology, infrastructure, healthcare, finance, transport, automotive, mining, power, manufacturing, insurance, shipping, hospitality and consumer retail industries.

Career

Dan is an alumnus of University College London (UCL). He trained at Pinsent Masons and qualified into its disputes team. After over eight years at the firm, he moved to the leading arbitration practice at White & Case for a number of years before joining Stewarts in 2019.

Publications

Dan is a regular publisher of content relevant to his areas of focus. He was a contributor to a chapter in The Law and Business of LNG (3rd ed.).

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Dispute Resolution - Africa-wide

Band 5

Individual Editorial

Daniel Wilmot coordinates the Africa group within Stewarts and has a wealth of experience representing clients active in the mining and petrochemicals sectors. He handles an array of ICC and LCIA arbitrations, with a particularly large caseload of matters relating to Nigeria. He also has significant experience concerning enforcement and asset recovery proceedings.

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International Arbitration - UK

Band 5

Individual Editorial

Daniel Wilmot is particularly noted for his expertise in disputes arising in Africa. He advises clients on issues involving a wide spectrum of sectors, including energy and oil and gas.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Daniel is resourceful and analytical. He is never daunted and is able to work through complex matters and situations seamlessly. Above all, he has excellent interpersonal and relationship skills.
Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
He handles interactions and workflow with firmness and efficiency, demonstrating a high level of emotional intelligence in managing team dynamics effectively.
Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
Daniel Wilmot is definitely one of the leading arbitration practitioners for Africa-related cases. He brings a wealth of knowledge regarding both the procedure and the merits of the dispute.
Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
Daniel Wilmot has proved to be an invaluable adviser who can deftly navigate the intricacies of the legal and geopolitical landscape.
Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
He is exceptionally well articulated, with a refined and strategic approach to problem-solving that sets him apart.
International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide
He takes the time to ensure his clients not only grasp the legal aspects but also how those fit into their broader business goals, making his advice both clear and strategically valuable.
International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide