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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 is a go-to barrister for high-value disputes. He is excellent at analysing cases and working out what is important.
Simon Rainey is simply the best. He is a clear, concise, commercial and devastating advocate.
Simon is at the top of the shipping and marine insurance Bar. He is very bright, engaging, user-friendly and a top KC in the field.
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
Quite simply, Simon is the leading barrister at the commercial Bar.
Simon is highly intelligent and a safe pair of hands for big-ticket disputes.
Simon is simply the best. He's clear, concise, commercial, a devastating advocate and always a pleasure to work with.
Simon is extremely user-friendly and well-liked by clients, which makes my job really easy.
Simon is an exceptional specialist with a brilliant team approach. He's at the top of his game.
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 very clear, measured and balanced.
Simon Rainey is highly intelligent and a safe pair of hands for big-ticket disputes.
Simon is an extremely bright bloke but also very user-friendly. He is an ideal person to have in your corner.
Dispute Resolution: Commercial - UK
Strengths
Simon is outstanding. You just sit, watch and admire his ability.
Simon is first class.
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, he has superb analysis and presentation skills.
Simon Rainey is simply excellent and is a first consideration when counsel is to be instructed for large and complex matters.