Stephenson Harwood Middle East LLP

Construction Disputes

Partner – Head of Construction, Middle East

Ron Nobbs leads the Middle East Construction, Engineering, and Infrastructure Disputes team, offering over three decades of experience to developers and contractors worldwide. His expertise spans various sectors including infrastructure, oil and gas, rail, airports, roads, ports, sports and leisure, utilities, process plants, waste and mixed use developments. Clients appreciate his ability to "assimilate technical issues quickly" and "provide practical and commercially focused advice". It is for this reason he is renowned for being "outstanding" and providing "impeccable" client service.

Ron provides comprehensive support across all major procurement forms, including EPC, EPIC, and PPP, and is adept with all of the principle contract forms including FIDIC, NEC, ICE and IChemE. His practice covers real-time project management and dispute avoidance and resolution, including ADR, arbitration and litigation, ensuring clients are well-prepared for any challenge. His strategic approach and commitment to client success make him a sought-after advisor in the industry.

Clients commend Ron for being a "brilliant strategist and fantastic manager of the team who is always approachable and down-to-earth.". His work on major projects throughout the world, demonstrates the trust clients continuously place in him to deliver results that align with both their legal and commercial objectives.