Richard Clegg > Selborne Chambers > London, England > Barrister Profile

Selborne Chambers
10 ESSEX STREET
LONDON
WC2R 3AA
England

Position

Richard specialises in commercial disputes, frequently of an international nature, and property disputes, often when arising as part of a commercial transaction. He is often called upon when issues of evidential or technical complexity arise (including in the context of fraud) or when creative strategic thinking is required. Disputes on which Richard acts are frequently in the context of joint ventures, supply and distribution agreements, commodities, energy and other resources. He is an author of the Practical Law Company’s guidance in the UK and US on international arbitration.

Career

Qualified Gray’s Inn, 1999; Judicial Assistant to the Court of Appeal, 2000. Author for the Practical Law International Arbitration service in the UK and US.

Languages

French (working knowledge); Cantonese (working knowledge).

Memberships

Commercial Bar Association; Chancery Bar Association; Chartered Institute of Arbitrators .

Leisure

Travel and motorsport.

Lawyer Rankings

London Bar > Commercial litigation

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 5

Richard CleggSelborne Chambers ‘Superb courtroom performer with an easy manner, but very persuasive. Incredibly detailed and impeccable preparation.’

London Bar > Property litigation

(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 3

Richard CleggSelborne ChambersA team player – easy to work with and extremely knowledgeable. Excellent advocacy skills on his feet as well as excellent on paper.