SILK PROFILE

Simon Rainey KC

UK Bar 2026

Quadrant Chambers

Ranked in 4 practice areas

Shipping & Commodities

London (Bar)

31 years ranked

Energy & Natural Resources

London (Bar)

19 years ranked

Commercial Dispute Resolution

London (Bar)

19 years ranked

International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance

London (Bar)

19 years ranked

Chambers Review

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UK Bar

Shipping & Commodities - London (Bar)

Star Individuals

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.

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Energy & Natural Resources - London (Bar)

Band 1

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.

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International Arbitration: General Commercial & Insurance - London (Bar)

Band 1

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.

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Strengths

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It is always a pleasure to work with Simon and to witness his incredible brain in action.
Shipping & CommoditiesUK Bar
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.
Shipping & CommoditiesUK Bar
He always has the ear of court and comes up with good potential arguments in tricky cases.
Shipping & CommoditiesUK Bar
Simon is at the top of his game.
Energy & Natural ResourcesUK Bar
Simon is incredibly intelligent and smart, he's the best person at the Bar for technical expert witness examination.
Energy & Natural ResourcesUK Bar
Simon is in high demand and one of the standout practitioners at the Bar.
Energy & Natural ResourcesUK Bar