JUNIOR PROFILE
Samar Abbas Kazmi

Samar Abbas Kazmi

UK Bar 2026

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Ranked in 3 practice areas

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Practice Areas

Samar Abbas Kazmi specialises in commercial, construction and technology disputes and is well-respected internationally where he has developed a substantial international arbitration practice. A significant portion of his arbitration practice touches upon construction and infrastructure disputes, and he writes frequently on the subject. He also has experience of providing independent advice for funders as part of their due diligence as well as of providing expert opinions on English law in relation to arbitration proceedings.

He has been involved in disputes concerning parties in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and the Caribbean, and has particular expertise in technically complex matters concerning large developments and infrastructure projects, energy and cross-border litigation. As an advocate, he has experience of handling disputes arising from joint ventures, long-term commercial relationships and infrastructure projects.

Chambers Review

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UK Bar

International Arbitration: Construction/Engineering - London (Bar)

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Samar Abbas Kazmi is a notable junior acting in high-value arbitrations under the auspices of HKIAC, SIAC and the ICC. He is regularly instructed in arbitrations regarding infrastructure projects in the oil and gas and transport sectors across the UAE, East Asia and America.

Energy & Natural Resources - London (Bar)

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Samar Abbas Kazmi impresses due to his skilful handling of construction and commercial disputes in the energy sector. His practice spans renewables and oil and gas disputes, but he is particularly notable for his understanding of energy-from-waste technologies.

Construction - London (Bar)

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Samar Abbas Kazmi is a popular choice for clients facing significant construction disputes both domestically and in international arbitration proceedings. He has experience in acting as sole and junior counsel for employers, contractors and state-owned entities.

Strengths

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  • Samar is highly intelligent, a master of detail and a strong advocate. He prepared and delivered a very effective cross-examination.

    International Arbitration: Construction/EngineeringUK Bar
  • Samar is top-quality. Extremely hard-working and very well prepared. He is a skilled advocate and very responsive.

    Energy & Natural ResourcesUK Bar
  • Samar is highly intelligent, a master of detail and a strong advocate. He prepared and delivered a very effective cross-examination.

    ConstructionUK Bar
  • Kazmi is direct, efficient, easy to work with and accessible.

    ConstructionUK Bar

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