Global
International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators - Europe-wide
Joe Smouha KC of Essex Court Chambers is widely respected for his role as arbitrator in cases subject to ICSID, ICC and LCIA rules. He is particularly visible in European-wide energy disputes.
Strengths
"Joe Smouha is extremely hard-working and versatile."
"He is really excellent."
"Joe Smouha is a clear thinker and excellent strategist and he also has great judgment and makes good tactical calls."
Dispute Resolution: Commercial - UK
Joe Smouha KC
Strengths
"He is an excellent and persuasive advocate who quickly gets the measure of any tribunal."
"One of the stars of the Bar, he has great judgement and makes good tactical calls."
International Arbitration - The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Joe Smouha KC
Joe Smouha KC is widely considered to be one of the strongest practitioners at the International Arbitration Bar due to his extensive experience in handling notable commercial disputes under a number of prominent arbitral institutions including the ICC and LCIA. He also takes appointments as a commercial arbitrator. His advocacy experience includes court appearances in the Cayman Islands and the British Virgin Islands.
Strengths
"Lots of advocates have one style, but I really admire him because he's the opposite. He's extremely hard-working and versatile."
"He's a superb arbitration advocate; he carries the tribunal with him."
Dispute Resolution: Commercial Chancery - UK
Joe Smouha KC
Strengths
"A very effective advocate, who is excellent at getting the ear of the judge."
Offshore (Bar) - UK
Joe Smouha KC
Joe Smouha KC has a wealth of experience in international commercial litigation. His offshore portfolio includes cases in the BVI and the Cayman Islands. Smouha is an expert in fraud, money laundering, and joint venture ownership disputes, to name but a few.
Strengths
"I highly rate Joe Smouha - he is a good silk and has a well-earned reputation."
"He has a good reputation in the offshore jurisdictions."
