Barristers

Paul Stanley KC

Paul Stanley KC

Position

Prior to being called to the bar, Paul lectured on European Community Law at Downing College, Cambridge and was a judicial assistant to the Hon Mr Justice Phillips in R v Kevin Maxwell & ors. Since being in practice he has advised and acted in a wide range of arbitrations and conducted a variety of hearings before tribunals. Cases include arbitrations concerning war risk during the Gulf War, the Bermuda excess liability form and allocation of pollution losses under reinsurance contracts. Has advised and acted in disputes concerning film finance and production, broadcasting rights, computer software and services, television production, often with an international element and has participated in mediation and advised clients on appropriate approaches to alternative dispute resolution. Has frequently advised and acted in cases involving European Community law issues including agriculture.

Career

Called 1993, Middle Temple.

Languages

French (working knowledge), German (working knowledge).

Education

Downing College, Cambridge (BA); Harvard Law School (LLM).

Mentions

London Bar

Commercial litigation

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Paul Stanley KC –Essex Court Chambers ‘Paul is at the very top of his game and the perfect choice for any tricky or interesting point of law. An absolute star worthy of a top ranking.'
London Bar

Fraud: civil

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Paul Stanley KC –Essex Court Chambers 'His advocacy is a joy to listen to: on point, genuinely helpful to the court and if the case can be won then he will win it.'
London Bar

Insurance and reinsurance

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Paul Stanley KC – Essex Court Chambers 'Paul is astonishingly quick to get to the heart of the issues. Refreshing economy and effectiveness in oral and written advocacy.  And critically tells it like it is, always courteously.'
London Bar

International arbitration: counsel

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Paul Stanley KC –Essex Court Chambers