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Shipping & Commodities - UK
Individual Editorial
Michael Holmes KC is a highly proficient silk whose practice includes cargo claims, international carriage of goods and a range of charter party disputes including unsafe ports, quarantine and dangerous cargoes. He also acts in yacht-related actions. Holmes has notable experience in LMAA arbitrations with the Commercial Court.
Strengths
Michael is outstanding in shipping and commodity cases.
Michael is pragmatic, sensible and a safe pair of hands.
International Arbitration - The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Individual Editorial
Michael Holmes KC provides robust representation in international arbitrations and related court applications, and has expertise in the spheres of insurance and reinsurance, telecommunications, and energy and natural resources. He has notable experience acting in high-value Bermuda Form arbitrations as well as under the rules of the LMAA and LCIA.
Strengths
Michael is user-friendly, clever and imaginative.
Dispute Resolution: Commercial - UK
Strengths
Michael Holmes is a brilliant technical lawyer and a go-to for complex questions of law and procedure. He is exceptionally responsive and a pleasure to work with.