LAWYER PROFILE

Peter Harris

Global 2026

Clifford Chance

Ranked in 1 practice area

Dispute Resolution: International

Japan

3 years ranked

About

Provided by Clifford Chance

Practice Areas

Peter Harris has helped multiple clients navigate cross-border business disputes through litigation, arbitration, mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

He regularly acts for clients in the energy, resources, construction and infrastructure sectors but also has recent experience of resolving disputes relating to tech, financial services, shipping and commodities. Peter is an experienced oral advocate who regularly appears before international tribunals. Peter also has experience sitting as an arbitrator.

Career

University of Oxford (MA) 2002

SOAS University of London (MSc) 2006

College of Law, London (LLB) 2010

Joined Clifford Chance, London 2010

Admitted as a solicitor in England & Wales 2012

Clifford Chance, Perth 2015

Clifford Chance, Tokyo 2019

Registered as Gaikokuho Jimu Bengoshi (England & Wales) 2021

Partner since May 2023

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Dispute Resolution: International - Japan

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Peter Harris is held in high esteem for his experience in international arbitration, particularly acting for international clients in the technology and energy sectors.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He has a very deep understanding of not only our business but also the culture and organisation of Japanese companies and provides appropriate advice that Japanese companies want.
Dispute Resolution: InternationalChambers Global Guide
I was very grateful for his kind and courteous response at all times. He quickly understood the background of our complex business practices and our meetings were always fruitful.
Dispute Resolution: InternationalChambers Global Guide