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Shipping & Commodities - UK
Individual Editorial
Luke Parsons KC is an esteemed silk who is well respected for his broad shipping and commodities practice covering issues such as shipbuilding, ship sale and charter party disputes. He is highly active in the Court of Appeal, the Commercial Court and the High Court, and is equally adept at arbitrations.
Strengths
Luke is a highly impressive barrister.
Luke is one of the best shipping advocates in the country. He is bright, strategic and one of the best cross-examiners. He is a pleasure to work with and really at the top of the game.
Luke Parsons is a charming advocate and one of the best barristers at the Bar.
Energy & Natural Resources - UK
Individual Editorial
Luke Parsons KC is highly respected for his commercial and admiralty practice. His noted shipping expertise strongly informs his adroit handling of a variety of marine engineering disputes in the E&P sector, and he is also adept at dealing with high-value corporate matters. His experience includes advising clients on disputes involving oil rigs, exploration platforms, floating storage platforms and pipelines.
Strengths
Luke is very good and very persuasive.
Luke Parsons is an excellent communicator. He is clear and concise.
International Arbitration - The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Individual Editorial
Luke Parsons KC acts in arbitrations across a number of markets and frequently handles high-value insurance and shipping matters. He regularly acts on behalf of sovereign states in arbitrations under ICC and LCIA rules. He is frequently instructed by top-tier international law firms.
Strengths
Luke is a real master of his craft. I've never seen anyone as good at cross-examination as he is.
Luke is able to shrewdly cut through the complexities and noise to focus the tribunal on the core issues.
Luke is a top-notch advocate.
International Arbitration - The Bar - Asia-Pacific Region
Individual Editorial
Strengths
Luke Parsons is absolutely superb and is a leading shipping expert. He is a very good strategist who is also calm under pressure.
Luke Parsons is a real master of his craft; I have not seen someone who is as good at cross-examination as Luke.