Lord Collins
‘As an arbitrator, Lawrence is well-prepared, attentive to the matter and adept at keeping the arbitration on track, even in politically charged circumstances.’
Arbitrators at 24 Lincoln’s Inn Fields - the arbitrator set connected to Essex Court Chambers - is described as ‘an impressive arbitration set’ with ’a huge amount of experience and talent with big names’, which includes full-time arbitrator Lord Collins, a pre-eminent name in the space, who sits as chair or sole arbitrator on complex cases seated anywhere worldwide. The set also houses a number of leading counsel who take frequent appointments as arbitrators, such as Graham Dunning KC, whose expertise in private international law proves advantageous when sitting in arbitrations governed by various laws and Jeffrey Gruder KC, who often accepts appointments in investment treaty arbitrations.
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- 'The clerks' room is always very prompt to respond, flexible, and willing to make accommodations when appropriate.'
- 'They are an impressive arbitration set - obviously a huge amount of experience and talent with big names. Very well respected.'
- '24 Lincoln's Inn Fields is a very strong arbitrator's chambers.'
- '24 Lincoln's Inn Fields has an excellent team.'
- 'Arbitrators at 24 Lincoln's Inn Fields offers some of the most talented individuals in this space.'
Lawyers
Leading arbitrators
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.
Leading counsel as arbitrators
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.
Graham Dunning KC
'Graham is an exceptional arbitrator. He is always incredibly well-prepared and guides the proceedings with efficiency and consideration. As counsel he is extremely persuasive and possesses excellent oral advocacy skills. His advice is rock solid, and he always has his eye on the commercial interests of his client and what is and is not achievable.'
Jeffrey Gruder KC
He has good judgment and a lot of experience in arbitration. He is a sensible decision maker, robust when appropriate but also flexible and sensitive to the parties. He's very personable and approachable.'