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Shipping & Commodities - UK
Individual Editorial
Simon Rainey KC is a highly acclaimed silk active across the shipping and commodities spaces. His exceptional practice covers diverse matters including shipbuilding, piracy and explosion, dangerous cargo and charter party disputes. He is further noted for his excellence in superyacht disputes.
Strengths
Simon has a unique ability to distil complex litigation into a handful of propositions, and to develop arguments straightforwardly and clearly without ever compromising on accuracy and sophistication.
He always has the ear of court and comes up with good potential arguments in tricky cases.
It is always a pleasure to work with Simon and to witness his incredible brain in action.
International Arbitration - The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Individual Editorial
Simon Rainey KC is highly regarded for his expertise in handling high-profile arbitrations in connection with complex oil and gas, commodities and trade issues. He appears before a variety of arbitral institutions including the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague, and acts in arbitrations seated in Hong Kong, London, Nigeria and Singapore. He is also frequently appointed as an arbitrator.
Strengths
Simon Rainey is a great advocate.
It is always a pleasure to work with Simon and to witness his incredible brain in action.
Dispute Resolution: Commercial - UK
Strengths
Simon Rainey is simply the best shipping KC in the country.
Simon's reputation as the best in the business is well deserved.
He is very good at taking clients through the issues and strategy and giving them reassurance during the dispute.
He is devastating at cross-examination of technical experts, and very smooth and good with clients and solicitors.
Simon has a fantastic legal brain and is capable of jumping into a matter and adding immediate value. He is brilliant at remaining flexible while also being very clear on the underlying law.
Energy & Natural Resources - UK
Individual Editorial
Simon Rainey KC is a strong commercial silk with noted prowess in complex, high-profile oil and gas work. He is an expert in maritime and shipping issues, especially those concerning transportation and rig engineering. He frequently appears in the Commercial Court and Court of Appeal, as well as in arbitrations, and is highlighted by peers for his skilful advocacy.
Strengths
Simon is at the top of his game.
Simon is incredibly intelligent and smart, he's the best person at the Bar for technical expert witness examination.
Simon is in high demand and one of the standout practitioners at the Bar.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration: The English Bar - Singapore
Individual Editorial
Simon Rainey KC of Quadrant Chambers is a well-regarded arbitration lawyer with experience as counsel under the rules of SIAC, HKIAC, UNCITRAL and the ICC.
International Arbitration - The Bar - Asia-Pacific Region
Individual Editorial
Strengths
Simon is excellent in analysis, presentation and delivery - a formidable KC.