Ranked in 2 Practice Areas
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Band 2

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Band 2

International Arbitration

UK-wide

9 Years Ranked

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About

Provided by Ruth Byrne KC

UK

Practice Areas

Ruth Byrne KC specialises in international commercial and investment disputes, with a particular focus on energy, life sciences, fraud and enforcement.

Ruth has advised clients on disputes arising in multiple jurisdictions and has appeared as counsel in 100+ arbitrations as well sitting regularly as arbitrator. She also appears frequently in the English High Court, in particular in proceedings in support of arbitration, as well as more generally in international commercial litigation.

Ms. Byrne KC writes and speaks regularly on a variety of international arbitration topics. Ruth is a member of the ICC UK Selection Subcommittee, the Delos ROAP faculty and a former YIAG Co-Chair.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

International Arbitration - UK-wide

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Band 2
Individual Editorial
Ruth Byrne KC is a highly experienced arbitration practitioner known for her prowess in the energy sector. She is well versed in acting for Indian entities in arbitrations under the auspices of the LCIA and the ICC, as well as in ad hoc proceedings.

Energy & Natural Resources: Disputes - UK-wide

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Band 2
Individual Editorial
Ruth Byrne KC is highly adept at handling complex commercial and investment disputes in the energy space. She has notable experience handling disputes arising from supply and distribution contracts for oil and gas clients.

Contributions

Latest contributions provided by Ruth Byrne KC

Global Practice Guide
Ruth Byrne KC
Catherine Munro
Antonia Wood
Daniel Giemajner
Authored by
Ruth Byrne KC, Catherine Munro, Antonia Wood, Daniel Giemajner
Article • Jul 2025
Global Practice Guide
Ruth Byrne KC
Tom Sprange KC
Olivia Wynne Thomas
Liam Petch
Authored by
Ruth Byrne KC, Tom Sprange KC, Olivia Wynne Thomas, Liam Petch
Article • Jul 2025
Global Practice Guide
Ruth Byrne KC
Erin Vandzura
Andrea Stauber
Authored by
Ruth Byrne KC, Erin Vandzura, Andrea Stauber
Article • Jun 2025

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