Highly experienced in India, Latin-America, Africa and Middle East matters, Stewarts Law LLP covers commercial and investor-state arbitration, along with arbitration-related litigation. International arbitration and India practice head Sherina Petit is a ‘heavyweight in the arbitration world’; Alejandro Garcia focuses on commercial and investment treaty arbitration; and Daniel Wilmot’s recent experience includes representing the successful applicant in its challenge to various awards. The team further includes Nishant Nath Singh, who focuses on India-related conflicts; and Louis Peacock-Young, who ‘knows everything about a case’. In September 2025, London and Dubai-based Rovine Chandrasekera joined as Middle East practice head from Stephenson Harwood.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Daniel Wilmot - knowledge and judgement that are unsurpassed. He finds the point no one else has thought of, which is the one the tribunal is worried about.’
- ‘Daniel Wilmot and Louis Peacock-Young are both exceptional - head and shoulders above the competition. An absolute pleasure to work with, with a real strategic vision for a case.’
- ‘Excellent resourcing, top-notch drafting and serious partner engagement. No matter how tight the deadline, Stewarts will work around the clock to deliver a top-notch work product.’
- ‘The team consists of highly-motivated, client-focused specialists who are at the top of their game.’
- ‘Sherina Petit is a heavyweight in the arbitration world, bringing in massive clients and cases.’
- ‘Sherina Petit is superb. She is technically brilliant and inspires her team with her collaborative style.’
- ‘Stewarts provides one of the most impressive international arbitration offerings on the market. Expertise, skills, client sensitivity, and a wonderful team to work with. Highly dedicated and knowledgeable.’
- 'Daniel Wilmot is an outstanding lawyer and I will say educator, when it comes to learning about the legality of your matter. He and his team absolutely prioritise their client's understanding and satisfaction.'
- ‘Louis Peacock-Young - works incredibly hard, always available, and knows everything about a case.’
- 'The team was focused on understanding the needs and situation of their client. They will go beyond their expectations to make sure the material goals are achieved.'
Key clients
- Aiteo Eastern E & P Company
- EMS Air Ambulance and Medical Repatriation
- The Republic of Poland
Work highlights
Representing Terence Highlands, a British national and founder of a shipbuilding company, in a large-value investment treaty arbitration against Mexico that concerns the illegal seizure of two state-of-the-art vessels.
Successfully representing Aiteo in proceedings challenging awards, on the basis of apparent bias affecting the tribunal.
Defending EMS against proceedings brought before the English court, which questioned the validity of a DIFC-LCIA arbitration agreement.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Sherina Petit
Other key lawyers
Alejandro Garcia; Daniel Wilmot; Nishant Nath Singh; Louis Peacock-Young; Rovine Chandrasekera