At Freeths LLP, the international arbitration team is led by Paul Kinninmont and supports clients on commercial and investment treaty work in the construction, energy, and tech sectors with experience across a range of jurisdictions. Kinnimont focuses on joint ventures and renewable energy matters, while Lindsey Clegg advises on aviation and business disputes. Alex Johnson brings extensive knowledge of construction and engineering.
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Testimonials

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  • My principal contact, Paul Kinninmont, is a standout arbitration specialist. He shows knowledge and industry awareness well beyond his years. He is approachable and at the cutting edge of developments in international arbitration.
  • The team was responsive, clearly very experienced, and collaborative. They were able to call upon non-dispute expertise from colleagues and integrate that expertise into their advice. They were a pleasure to work with.
  • I enjoy working with Paul Kinninmont. He is always well-prepared, even if called upon at short notice. Paul is knowledgeable, reassuring with his advice, and leads the team well.
  • Paul Kinninmont was recommended to me and fully justified the recommendation. Excellent judgment, reliable, responsive, and personable.
  • This team offers quality at value: expertly led, appropriate delegation, responsive, judicious use of AI and technology, and therefore efficient and effective. I will instruct them again.
  • Freeths is highly practical and solutions-driven. They demonstrate great strategic acumen in difficult litigation, often coming up with innovative ways of achieving the best possible result for their clients.
  • They have an impressive depth of bench, including a real superstar in Paul Kinninmont.
  • Lindsey Clegg is a superstar - always on top of the details, very aggressive, and outstanding at handling the most difficult clients.
  • Paul Kinninmont is an expert in his field and very collaborative. He listens very well to clients and co-counsel, fostering a highly effective team culture for the benefit of the client.
  • This team contains lawyers who were in elite firms. They are excellent but available at a fraction of their previous prices. A diverse team that leverages AI appropriately, they are collaborative and take time to understand client needs. Paul Kinninmont, in particular, is excellent.
Practice head

Paul Kinninmont

Other key lawyers

Lindsey Clegg; Alex Johnson; Ciara Ros