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Philip Edey KC

Philip Edey KC

UK Bar 2026

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Ranked in 6 practice areas

About

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Practice Areas

Philip is co-Head of Chambers. He is a specialist lead advocate whose practice focuses on commercial disputes both in court and arbitration. Most of Philip’s work has a strong international element, with the cases on which he is instructed often raising complex jurisdictional and conflict of laws issues. He has acted as lead counsel before the High Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court of England and Wales. Philip also accepts appointments as arbitrator.

Chambers Review

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UK Bar

Shipping & Commodities - London (Bar)

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Philip Edey KC is an exceptional advocate with considerable shipping and commodities expertise. His broad practice includes charter party disputes, cargo claims and bill of lading cases. He both litigates disputes and acts as an arbitrator. He has dealt with cases relating to both soft and hard commodities.

International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance - London (Bar)

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Philip Edey KC is well regarded for his expertise in international arbitrations, acting in disputes seated in cities such as San Francisco and London under the remit of the ICC and other arbitral institutions. His diverse client base spans the globe, and includes companies and individuals in an ever-growing list of jurisdictions including China and Japan. He has significant expertise in shipping arbitrations. He also takes appointments as an arbitrator.

Insurance - London (Bar)

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Philip Edey KC is familiar with insurance claims across a broad range of business areas and well regarded for his experience handling complex litigation. He also acts in an advisory capacity and has a strong track record of representing clients in international arbitrations.

Fraud: Civil - London (Bar)

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Philip Edey KC manages a busy commercial practice alongside his duties as co-head of chambers. He is recognised for his provision of expert advice and advocacy in civil fraud disputes. He has dealt with a raft of allegations in the course of his work, including bribery, conspiracy and dishonesty. He is experienced in both litigation and arbitration proceedings.

Banking & Finance - London (Bar)

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Philip Edey KC is a capable silk with experience in a broad range of financial matters, who acts both for and against banks. He frequently manages cases involving ISDA agreements, loan disputes, guarantees and derivative mis-sellings.

Strengths

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  • Philip Edey is one of the most sought-after experts at the Bar.

    Shipping & CommoditiesUK Bar
  • He is very good at taking something intellectually hard and turning it round.

    Shipping & CommoditiesUK Bar
  • A definite go-to counsel for difficult questions of law.

    Shipping & CommoditiesUK Bar
  • He is smart and all over the detail.

    Commercial Dispute ResolutionUK Bar
  • Philip is the best silk I have worked with. He has everything you need from a top silk. He is a most persuasive advocate, who is passionate and works tirelessly.

    Commercial Dispute ResolutionUK Bar
  • He has a very reassuring manner with clients and produces excellent written work.

    Commercial Dispute ResolutionUK Bar

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