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Construction - UK

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

James Howells KC advises on claims relating to design and construction defects in domestic disputes. His well-regarded practice also includes a strong international arbitration element, predominantly focused in the Gulf and East Asia. He receives praise for his compelling advocacy and exceptional analytical skills. He is especially active in litigation involving transport and social infrastructure projects.

Strengths

James Howells is very good.

He's very good at cross-examination and cleverly judges the approach for different witnesses. He is brilliant at drafting.

Energy & Natural Resources - UK

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

James Howells KC is recommended for his impressive technical expertise and diligence in cases. He handles a range of disputes, including those relating to defect and damages and alleged wrongful terminations arising from power and oil and gas projects. He is equally at home representing his clients in the domestic courts or in claims seated in other jurisdictions.

Strengths

James Howells is outstandingly good.

International Arbitration - The Bar - Asia-Pacific Region

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Individual Editorial
James Howells KC of Atkin Chambers is noted for the jurisdictional diversity of his Asian arbitration practice, which embraces the handling of energy and engineering disputes originating in such widely separated locations as Pakistan, the Philippines, South Korea, Thailand and Vietnam.
Strengths

He was my opponent and we had professional dealings. He was very respectful, competent, polite and a strong advocate.

James Howells has a very good reputation and is very thorough.

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Asia-Pacific Region

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