ARBITRATION IS AN ALTERNATIVE METHOD OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION. IT CAN BE A MORE COST-EFFECTIVE, PRIVATE AND FLEXIBLE WAY OF SOLVING A DISPUTE WHEN COMPARED TO LITIGATION.
Both parties agree, between themselves, to submit their dispute to one or more arbitrators who then make a binding decision on the dispute. The very private and confidential nature of arbitration is often one of the main reasons that parties choose it over court proceedings. Unlike court proceedings, arbitration does not allow for third parties, who are not a party to the arbitration agreement, to attend any hearings or play any part in the arbitration proceedings.
Our team acts on a full range of arbitration disputes from small-scale single issues through to more complex, cross border disputes and breaches of Bilateral Investment Treaties. We have experience acting for our domestic and international clients across a range of sectors but in particular in commodities and professional liability.
ARBITRATION PROCEEDINGS
Our team has represented clients in arbitrations under various institutional rules including GAFTA, LCIA and SIAC, as well as ad hoc proceedings.
We fully understand the intricacies and workings of the arbitral proceedings and guide clients through all stages. We advise at the pre-dispute stage of drafting arbitration clauses, including choosing a suitable place of arbitration, and selecting the governing or procedural law.
We handle any dispute from the outset of the arbitral proceedings (including the selection of the tribunal and all preliminary arguments) through to any hearings. We also advise on any post-arbitration issues, including appeals.
EXPERIENCED TEAM OF UK ARBITRATION LAWYERS
Our arbitration lawyers are widely recognised for their performance in a range of commercial disputes. Our team includes highly qualified in-house barristers, Mark Evans QC and Lawrence Jacobson, who both have decades of experience in arbitration, reaching the best possible outcome for a range of high-profile clients.
With London being such an attractive jurisdiction to host international arbitration due to the nature of English law and its common law traditions, our team is expertly placed to represent our clients.
With a presence in Dubai, we are also able to provide our arbitration services to our international clients and those carrying on business in the Gulf States.
HOW WE CAN HELP
Our team of arbitration lawyers has a reputation for excellence, getting the best results for our clients in both UK and international arbitration proceedings.
We’ll explain your rights and options, guide you through every step of the arbitral proceedings and ensure you reach the outcome that is in your best interests.
If you’re involved in a commercial dispute, our specialist arbitration services and experienced arbitration lawyers can help you to achieve the outcome you deserve.