Corporate Governance
United Kingdom
19 August 2025
Macfarlanes LLP‘s ’brilliant team’ acts in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations, including matters conducted under the LCIA, ICC, SIAC, PCA, Sports Resolution and LMAA rules. It is particularly experienced in arbitrations involving privately-held businesses and wealthy families. ‘Superb for arbitration work’, Chloë Edworthy acts for corporations, financial institutions and high-net-worth individuals; Lois Horne has notable experience in international arbitration proceedings; and Matt McCahearty is a specialist in commercial disputes.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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‘A brilliant team.’
‘International arbitration practitioners with a very strong grounding in High Court litigation. Not only does this help with the conduct of the arbitration itself, it also ensures that appropriate advice can be given about court-level support for arbitrations.’
‘Chloë Edworthy - very clever, enthusiastic, a fantastic communicator, and a pleasure to work with.’
‘Chloë Edworthy is superb for arbitration work. Very knowledgeable and with sound judgement.’
’Christopher Charlton and his team are excellent - high-quality legal knowledge with incisive commercial understanding.’
‘James Popperwell is rightly considered a leader in his field. He has seen it all, so is comfortable in any situation. His knowledge and strategic sense are second to none.’
Practice head
Matt McCahearty
Other key lawyers
Chloë Edworthy; Lois Horne; Christopher Charlton; James Popperwell