Fielding a ‘superb team that is utterly devoted to pursuing the clients’ cases’, Morrison Foerster's London team comprises technology, energy, construction, infrastructure, telecoms, aviation, private equity, and real estate sector specialists. It also has notable expertise in Africa matters. Chiraag Shah has longstanding experience in representing clients in commercial and investor-state arbitrations all around the world; and Robin Bachmann regularly acts in ICC, LCIA and ICSID arbitrations. Richard Jerman departed the firm In March 2025.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Testimonials
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- ‘Has significant depth in high-profile complex legal disputes, as evidenced by their recent rapid growth.’
- ‘A commercially-savvy team with impressive collective experience.’
‘A superb team that is utterly devoted to pursuing clients’ cases and interests 25 hours a day, and with intelligence and strategic nous that is at least equal to their work ethic.’
- ‘Chiraag Shah - uniquely international in his background, he really understands the cross-cultural nuances of modern international arbitration.’
‘Ben Summerfield provides top-market advice, and demonstrates great resourcefulness and tenacity in challenging matters. He is a real heavyweight.’
‘Ben Summerfield has extensive experience in high-value arbitration work and has very good judgement in relation to strategy.’
‘Ben Summerfield is one of London's top commercial litigators. He has seen it all and knows how to deliver results in the most complex matters.’
‘The team of associates, including Julius Handler and Robin Bachmann, brings to bear brain power that is normally more associated with the Bar.’
Key clients
- Fujitsu
- State Bank of Mauritius
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Chiraag Shah
Other key lawyers
Robin Bachmann; Ben Summerfield; Julius Handler