Frequently acting in matters involving states, Howard Kennedy LLP has notable experience in LCIA and ICC cases. The practice is particularly well known for Africa and India-related international arbitrations; while its sector expertise covers energy, infrastructure, commodities, IT, technology, and hotels and leisure. Duncan Bagshaw is experienced in conflicts involving Africa; Arish Bharucha is ‘one of the leading practitioners for Indian work in London’; and international arbitration specialist Heidi Walsh is an October 2024 recruit from Mishcon de Reya LLP.
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Testimonials
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‘Flexible billing arrangements, and very responsive and thorough.’
‘This is a very strong, collaborative team. Every member of the team has different strengths, so they complement each other very well. The team has excellent India and Africa experience.’
‘Arish Bharucha is one of the leading practitioners for Indian work in London.’
‘Heidi Walsh is a great team leader and strategist.’
‘Heidi Walsh is extremely well prepared, efficient, and professional throughout proceedings.’
‘Heidi Walsh stands out for her exceptional preparation, clear thinking, and calm authority.’
Key clients
- Soscor
- Eurafric Power
- Bluequest Resources
- The Republic of Ghana
Work highlights
Acting for Soscor in a €7m arbitration dispute over an Estonian state company's tender for shale gasoline, the matter including defending jurisdictional challenges.
Acting for Bluequest Resources in a large-value claim against Palmat that concerns caustic soda aluminium supply contracts.
Acting for the Republic of Ghana in arbitration proceedings brought by Tullow Ghana, which seeks over $300m in damages and declarations that relate to taxes levied upon oil production proceeds.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Duncan Bagshaw
Other key lawyers
Arish Bharucha; Heidi Walsh; James Wingfield; Ayesha Salim and Eloise Crompton; Rebecca Wyke