Harry Matovu KC

Ranked in 3 Practice Areas

Band 1

International Arbitration: Arbitrators

London (Bar)

5 Years Ranked

Band 3

Commercial Dispute Resolution

London (Bar)

13 Years Ranked

Band 4

International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance

London (Bar)

1 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides

Global 2024

About

Provided by Harry Matovu KC

UK Bar

Practice Areas

One of his key attributes is his ability to, with great wit and charm, metaphorically fix his hands around the throat of an opponent and slowly strangle them. He's quite beguiling, and also has a very, very detailed grasp of the facts and a thorough understanding of the law. Everything he does is done with charm, grace and style. (Chambers & Partners 2017)

Harry Matovu KC is a noted advocate, “the consummate cross-examiner; superb on his feet” and “a brilliant legal mind and a strategist who thinks two steps ahead” (Legal 500). He was named in The Lawyer ‘Hot 100’ List for 2021 and he was nominated as Silk (KC) of the Year for International Arbitration in the Legal 500 Awards 2020 and 2022, as well as Arbitrator of the Year in the Legal 500 Bar Awards 2023. He has been recognised in the Powerlist 2024 for the fourth year in succession as one of the most influential Black professionals in the UK.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

UK-Bar

International Arbitration: Arbitrators - London (Bar)

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Harry Matovu KC of Brick Court Chambers presides as arbitrator in high-value and complex commercial arbitrations, particularly those arising from disputes in Africa. He has significant experience arbitrating shareholder disputes and contractual claims in the energy and construction sectors, often handled under ICC rules.

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Commercial Dispute Resolution - London (Bar)

Band 3

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

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Harry Matovu KC is a heavyweight commercial silk who brings his impressive skill set to bear for both sovereign states and companies alike in high-stakes international arbitrations. He has notable expertise representing clients in arbitrations concerning Africa-related disputes. He has in-depth knowledge of related arbitral matters such as enforcements.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Harry is an outstanding chairman in very difficult and demanding arbitrations, exhibiting a very high level of preparation, organisation and outstanding people skills.

International Arbitration: Arbitrators respondent
UK-Bar

Harry is a softly spoken, eloquent and sophisticated advocate, who has the ear of the court.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

Harry is a very charming advocate who judges have all the time in the world for.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

Harry is simply masterful in every way. He has a unique ability to deliver the most cutting submissions with such guile and charm that it entirely disarms his opponent.

Commercial Dispute Resolution respondent
UK-Bar

Working with Harry is a joy. He is responsive and his written submissions are excellent, but where he shines yet brighter still is on his feet. His advocacy is fantastic.

International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance respondent
UK-Bar

Harry Matovu is simply the sharpest knife in the drawer and the brightest bulb in the chandelier. He never ceases to amaze and he is fun to work with, which is important.

International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance respondent
UK-Bar

Harry is a smooth operator - a brilliant silk and a phenomenal advocate.

International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance respondent
UK-Bar

Harry is a superb advocate in all aspects. He has the quality of making a complex situation seem simple and he is an absolute pleasure to work with.