International arbitration: counsel

Leading Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

Duncan Matthews KC
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Duncan Matthews KC
Twenty Essex
'First and foremost, Duncan is a classy courtroom advocate. He is a heavy hitter and when he speaks, people listen. He prepares immaculately for a hearing and always has at his fingertips the answers to the judge's questions. Further, he is a brilliant tactician. He will always ensure that a strategy is mapped out in advance to ensure that there are no surprises. He is very good with clients. Arbitrators love him - he has them eating out of the palm of his hand. Duncan is a supersilk.'
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Toby Landau KC
Duxton Hill Chambers London
‘Toby is one of, if not the, pre-eminent barristers of his generation. He is a generational talent who stands head and shoulders above his peers.’
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Guy Blackwood KC
Quadrant Chambers
Extremely commercial in his approach, very efficient and very responsive.'
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Robert-Jan Temmink KC
Quadrant Chambers
Rob is a superb advocate and has a commanding presence in the court room. His advocacy is a genuine treat to watch.'
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Jern-Fei Ng KC
Duxton Hill Chambers
‘He is a tenacious advocate and a strategist. He is very good with law. His multi language ability clearly sets him apart. His cross-examination is a joy to watch.
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Philip Marshall KC
Serle Court
'Philip is very bright and an outstanding advocate.'
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Lynne McCafferty KC
4 Pump Court
od brain, hard working and yet approachable. Lynne is a go to counsel.'
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Matthew Gearing KC
Duxton Hill Chambers London
‘He is world-class. He is a good lawyer and is able to grasp the relevant law applicable to any case.’
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Louis Flannery KC
Littleton Chambers
‘Louis is one of the best: commercially aware of the clients’ needs, deeply engaged, and consistently well-prepared. He handles matters personally, ensuring that the client gets top-notch advice.’
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Khawar Qureshi KC
McNair International
'Khawar is an extremely experienced advocate. He knows the law and can read a tribunal.'

2025 Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.