Public international law

Matrix Chambers

Matrix Chambers is notable for its work in state versus state disputes before the ICJ, maritime and boundary disputes, investment arbitration and state immunity cases, while also covering public international law issues in a domestic setting. Edward Craven continues to act for Guyana in Arbitral Award of 3 October 1899 (Guyana v Venezuela), regarding Venezuela’s claim that the land boundary between the two states as decided in 1899 is void, granting it two thirds of Guyana’s territory including valuable oilfields. Toby Fisher and Jessica Jones act on behalf of the Pew Charitable Trust in relation to the legality of the arising environmental impacts of undersea mining of rare earth metals.

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Alex Bailin KC

Matrix Chambers

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Blinne Ní Ghrálaigh KC

Matrix Chambers

‘Blinne is a very impressive, intelligent, talented and fearless barrister. She learns the details of the issues very quickly and shows very impressive knowledge of the law. Her advice is clear, detailed and provides a clear outline of the potential courses of action and the benefits and risks.’

Juniors

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