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International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Paul Buckingham KC is a qualified Chartered Engineer who is particularly adept at technically complex international construction, engineering and energy arbitrations. He is experienced in handling arbitrations under the rules of the ICC that deal with projects based in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. He also has experience handling anti-suit injunctions in support of arbitration proceedings.
Strengths
Paul's relaxed and approachable style is a hit with clients but takes nothing away from his skill and intellect.
When you need to understand engineering, he is a very good choice for that.
Construction - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Paul Buckingham KC is an excellent barrister whose science and engineering background informs his legal practice. He regularly acts in a range of highly technical and complex construction disputes. His sterling work in the energy and renewables sectors, both in the UK and abroad, is particularly noteworthy. He is experienced with handling international arbitration as well as proceedings in the TCC.
Strengths
He is approachable and strategic and offers practical advice that provides for the realities of working with busy and under-resourced clients.
There is nobody better when it comes to the most highly complex engineering cases, and his passion to get into the detail is clear to see.
Paul is able to digest down information into a format that is understandable by the client. He exceeds expectations in the way he provides advice.
Energy & Natural Resources - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Paul Buckingham KC is a respected barrister who brings noted experience as a process engineer in the oil and gas sector to a practice that takes in engineering, construction and energy matters. He has particular expertise in issues involving international parties, and is held in high regard for his capacity to advise clients on the technical aspects of energy disputes.
Strengths
Paul Buckingham is excellent - he is great on technical cases.