Twenty Essex has an established presence in the Asia Pacific market due to its solid practice in Singapore. Members continue to advise on a wide spectrum of contentious construction matters, including disputes pertaining to sale and purchase agreements, offshore projects and LNG supply contracts. Duncan Matthews KC‘s ’verbal dexterity and strategic articulation of complex legal issues reflects a mastery of oratory that enhances his courtroom presence‘. Nakul Dewan KC’s workload includes advising on disputes arising from the construction of power plants, and regularly acts for contractors, financial institutions, governments, and oil and gas companies, among others. Kevin Lee ‘always delivers persuasive arguments seamlessly and strategically’, and ‘can quickly and masterfully grasp a complicated set of facts and legal concepts but also just as easily break them down in simple terms for a lay audience’.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
- Profile
Lawyers
Leading silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Duncan Matthews KC
Duncan possesses a rare and compelling eloquence, weaving legal arguments with a finesse that captivates and persuades even the most discerning of judges and juries.’
Nakul Dewan KC
Timothy Hill KC
Leading juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Kevin Lee
He is highly intelligent, and eloquent and clear in presenting his arguments. An incisive, practical and client-oriented barrister.’