John Gilbert

Ranked in 2 Practice Areas

Band 3

Energy & Natural Resources: Disputes

UK-wide

7 Years Ranked

Band 6

International Arbitration

UK-wide

2 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides

Global 2025

About

Provided by John Gilbert

Practice Areas

Mr. Gilbert resolves disputes in the energy sector through litigation, arbitration, expert determination and mediation. He advises on a broad range of disputes related to oil and gas exploration and production, the construction and operation of pipelines, and the downstream sector.

Mr. Gilbert has particular experience representing clients locked in disputes over gas sales agreements, including price reviews and on the operation of take-or-pay provisions. In addition, he advises on disputes relating to power generation, both conventional and renewables. Mr. Gilbert has also represented clients on issues related to business and human rights and on conducting incident investigations.

Career

Prior to joining Bracewell, Mr. Gilbert served as in-house counsel in the dispute resolution team of an oil and gas supermajor.

Professional Memberships

Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators; Accredited Mediator; Association of International Energy Negotiators; IBA UK Energy Lawyers Group

Personal

Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales; Nottingham Law School, LPC, 1998; University of Cambridge, England, B.A., 1997, honours

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Energy & Natural Resources: Disputes - UK-wide

Band 3

Individual Editorial

John Gilbert is respected for his adroit handling of contentious oil and gas matters, including disputes pertaining to payment issues and joint venture operations. He is also noted for his expertise in claims concerning renewable energy assets.

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International Arbitration - UK-wide

Band 6

Individual Editorial

John Gilbert is noted for his expertise in high-stakes energy arbitrations, particularly in the oil and gas sectors. He is well versed in both ICC and LCIA rules.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

John Gilbert's strategic sense of how to approach certain issues was excellent.

Energy & Natural Resources: Disputes respondent
Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

I think he is very clever. He makes complicated issues seem nice and simple. He is technically excellent and he gives excellent advice.

Energy & Natural Resources: Disputes respondent
Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

John is thoughtful and very detailed in planning the strategy for the case.