Robert Ryall

Practice Areas

Specialising in complex contractual disputes (often with cross-border elements), Rob has particular expertise in director/shareholder disputes and construction disputes.

He advices individuals, SME’s and large corporates – often in the construction, media, entertainment and energy sectors – and has specialist expertise in sports litigation, acting for both individual sporting personalities as well as sporting clubs and organisations.

Rob receives acclaim from clients and contemporaries. He is known for his ‘calmness in volatile situations’, ‘sharp and astute advice’ and for ‘bringing sharp focus to decision making moments.’

Career

Pictons (1991-2005): qualified 1994, appointed Associate and Head of Commercial Litigation (2000) and Partner and Head of Commercial Litigation (2002); SA Law LLP (2005 to date): Partner and Joint Head of Commercial Litigation since 2005.

Current directorships: Vice-chair of Keech Hospice Care.

Professional Memberships

Association of Pension Lawyers (APL)

Professional Negligence Lawyers Association (PNLA)

Solicitors Association of Higher Court Advocates (SAHCA)

Society of Construction Law (SCL)

Personal

Rob enjoys playing golf and football.

Education

Industry Sector Expertise

Utilising over 20 years practice in litigation dispute resolution and arbitration, Rob bring an extensive level of experience to the benefit of his clients. This includes successfully resolving complex and high value disputes across a broad range of sectors and jurisdictions; Rob has particular experience in director/shareholder disputes, complex contractual claims and construction disputes.

Rob offers niche specialism in international and domestic arbitrations within the energy and telecoms sectors, and has a growing reputation in sports-related litigation – acting for a number of high profile sporting individuals and clubs.