Essex Court Chambers

Barrister. Claire Blanchard QC has a specialist commercial practice and is an experienced advocate, both in court and in international arbitration, and has appeared at all levels in the English Courts. She has experience across a broad range of commercial disputes, as well as particular expertise in matters relating to energy and natural resources, insurance and reinsurance, international trade and shipping. Claire’s clients have included state owned entities, financial institutions and other major commercial corporations and high net-worth individuals. She also accepts appointments as an arbitrator. Claire is a contributing editor to Arnould:Law of Marine Insurance and General Average 17th Ed (2008) and 18th Ed (2013). She is also an experienced advocacy trainer.