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Jonathan Acton Davis KC

UK Bar 2026

Atkin Chambers

Ranked in 3 practice areas

International Arbitration: Arbitrators

London (Bar)

2 years ranked

International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering

London (Bar)

2 years ranked

Construction

London (Bar)

31 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Jonathan specialises in major disputes arising out of the construction, civil engineering and energy sectors. Throughout his career, he has handled high-profile cases representing governments (British and overseas), contractors, and their professional advisers. He regularly appears as counsel in English High Court litigation and international and domestic arbitration.

Jonathan is a highly experienced arbitrator, either party nominated or as President in domestic and international arbitrations. He has experience of, and is frequently appointed, in disputes conducted under the auspices of DIAC, ICC, LCIA and SIAC arbitrations. He also has experience of arbitrations conducted under the UNCITRAL rules. Projects and seats have covered the regions of Asia-Pacific, Central Asia, The Middle East, Europe (Paris, Brussels, Sweden, Switzerland and London) and the Caribbean. He is particularly familiar with the laws of both Oman and UAE and precepts of Sharia Law. In addition to his extensive experience as arbitrator Jonathan is an experienced adjudicator.

Jonathan was appointed as a deputy high court judge in 2008 and sits regularly in the Technology and Construction Courts.

Chambers Review

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UK Bar

International Arbitration: Arbitrators - London (Bar)

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Jonathan Acton Davis KC is commended for his sophisticated construction and engineering arbitration practice. He has chaired disputes across the world, under the rules of the major centres, such as the LCIA, the ICC, DIAC, SIAC and UNCITRAL. He has notable experience arbitrating disputes concerning major infrastructure project.

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International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering - London (Bar)

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Jonathan Acton Davis KC enjoys a strong reputation for his specialist expertise in construction and engineering litigation and arbitration. He is no stranger to complex and high-value disputes. Clients from across the EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions consider him their go-to choice of counsel for high-stakes arbitrations. He has particular expertise in Omani and UAE law.

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Construction - London (Bar)

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Jonathan Acton Davis KC is a senior silk with experience of large-scale construction disputes. He offers experience in both major international arbitration and high-value domestic litigation. He also represents clients in a range of other ADR forums, including adjudication, mediation and expert determination.

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Strengths

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Jonathan is charming and has a very commercial gloss that he brings to the work, which is always welcomed.
International Arbitration: ArbitratorsUK Bar
Jonathan is an efficient and strong arbitrator who collaborates well.
International Arbitration: ArbitratorsUK Bar
Jonathan Acton Davis has excellent advocacy skills and is good with clients.
International Arbitration: Construction/EngineeringUK Bar
He is very senior and exactly the right person for the case. He did an excellent job.
ConstructionUK Bar
He offers excellent advocacy skills and is good with clients.
ConstructionUK Bar