Simon Kamstra > Addleshaw Goddard > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Addleshaw Goddard houses experts in international arbitrations involving energy, life sciences and construction. The practice is also experienced in representing third-party funders (TPFs) in funding agreement-related international arbitrations brought by (or against) TPFs. In addition to his counsel practice, Jon Tweedale sits as an arbitrator. Simon Kamstra is an energy arbitration specialist, and Maria Frangeskides acts in disputes under the LCIA and ICC rules. Promoted to partner in May 2024, Nathalie Allen‘s ‘expertise and skills make her shine out from the crowd’, while commercial and investment treaty arbitration practitioner Rick Gal joined from legacy firm Allen & Overy LLP in August 2023.

Leveraging the strength of its broad corporate practice, Addleshaw Goddard represents an impressive clientele in unfair prejudice actions, shareholder disputes and derivatives claims. The team is active in significant GLOs, with a balanced claimant and defendant practice. ‘Thoughtful and strategic’ practice head Mark Molyneux advises on contractual, shareholder and fraud claims, as well as outsourcing, subcontractor and supplier disputes. With a robust cross-border offering, Lauren Hamilton handles contentious aspects of M&A and customer and supplier disputes. Natasha Winter represents businesses in the retail and consumer industry, while Jon Tweedale boasts particular expertise in the energy sector. Mark Chesher represents a diverse roster of corporate clients in commercial court disputes. Noted for his extensive High Court experience, Alex Hogarth – an ‘extremely smart lawyer’ – was promoted to partner in May 2023. Maria Frangeskides leads on shareholder and JV disputes, while Simon Kamstra – a specialist in international trade-related work – notably focuses on disputes in the energy and aviation sectors.

With a strong presence in Manchester and Leeds, Addleshaw Goddard houses an ‘outstanding public law practice’ that regularly advises on commercial judicial reviews. The team often acts for clients across a variety of sectors with a particular strength in energy and transport. Louise Dobson handles a variety of public law disputes, which includes judicial reviews and public procurement challenges. Erin Shoesmith is recommended for her experience advising clients on public inquiries, including the Grenfell Inquiry, the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry, and the Manchester Arena Inquiry. Paul Rowley and Ryan Geldart are also core members of the team, both of whom are skilled with public procurement matters. The team is co-headed by Mark Molyneux, Bill Gilliam, and Simon Kamstra.