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Dispute Resolution: Commercial - UK
Strengths
Simon is absolutely outstanding. He has a very nice client manner and is very hard-working.
Simon is so down to earth. He is kind to every member of the team, from partners down to junior associates, and he displays an excellent rapport with the courts.
Simon is a superstar of the Bar. He's immensely clever and creative in a way you just don't see with other barristers.
Dispute Resolution: Commercial Chancery - UK
Strengths
Simon is in very high demand but he makes time for you. He is so down to earth in such an unexpected way for someone of his stature. In court he invariably builds a rapport with the judge.
Simon is an effective advocate because he's so clever and clear in his thinking. He is very determined and good at pushing forward his position.
Simon is one of my go-to silks for any complex financial issues. He's a great advocate and someone with a very effective style.
Offshore (Bar) - UK
Individual Editorial
Simon Salzedo KC is an impressive silk at the commercial Bar, boasting a diverse practice. He has notable expertise advising commercial clients on Cayman Islands litigation, though his practice extends to the Channel Islands, Bermuda, Trinidad & Tobago and Hong Kong. He has made a name for himself as one of the leading barristers advising on Section 238 company appraisal litigation.
Strengths
He is so down to earth for someone of his stature and ability. His advocacy is persuasive; you immediately get the sense that he is highly respected by the judiciary and he knows what will land well.
Simon is obviously phenomenally well regarded.
International Arbitration - The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Individual Editorial
Simon Salzedo KC is noted for his international arbitration expertise, particularly in disputes under the auspices of the LCIA and LMAA. His practice covers a wide range of markets such as insurance and reinsurance, banking and shipping. He regularly acts on behalf of trustees, wealth funds and other entities across Africa and Asia. Before turning to the law, he worked as an accountant.
Strengths
The calibre of cases that Simon is working on is of the highest tier. He's immensely clever and creative in a way you just don't see with other barristers.
Simon is very thorough and methodical, leaving no stone unturned. I guess that's what you'd expect from a former accountant!
Simon is extremely thorough when it comes to detail and he makes very compelling submissions. I think he's one of the cleverest advocates you can encounter.