Stephenson Harwood

Maritime, Trade and Offshore

Emma Skakle is an energy disputes specialist who supports major players in the international trade, natural resources, and shipping sectors. Her clients include trading houses, energy companies, and insurers, who rely on her expertise in navigating multi-jurisdictional disputes. Emma's in-depth understanding of the commodities markets makes her a sought-after advisor in London arbitrations and High Court litigation.

Emma's core areas of practice are commodity trading disputes (oil and gas, metals, grains, sugar, and biofuels) and related charterparty, bill of lading, and letter of credit issues, often involving sensitive and complex issues such as fraud. She represents clients in arbitrations under all the major rules (LCIA, ICC, LMAA, GAFTA, FOSFA, RSA and SAL), as well as handling disputes arising out of company or asset disposals/acquisitions, share purchase agreements, and joint venture agreements.

Clients value Emma's ability to act as an extension of their team, offering pragmatic solutions and clear guidance. Her experience in-house at a global shipping company and a large steel producer gives her unique insights into her clients' industries, allowing her to deliver tailored advice that aligns with their business objectives.