Position

Michael Black KC is an advocate and arbitrator in international commercial disputes. While his practice is truly global, Michael is well known for his Middle East practice having acted throughout his career in cases concerning the Region.

Michael’s  expertise encompasses:

Arbitration; Construction & Projects; Energy, Oil & Gas; Commercial Litigation; Civil Fraud, Asset Tracing & Recovery; Banking and Financial Services; Hedge Funds and Structured Investment Vehicles; Insolvency; Company.

Education

University College, London; Harvard Law School (accredited mediator); visiting professor Manchester University.

Mentions

London Bar

Company

HALL OF FAME4
Michael Black KC – XXIV Old Buildings ‘Michael is very experienced and procedurally rigorous, but fair.’
London Bar

International arbitration: arbitrators

HALL OF FAME2
Michael Black KC –XXIV Old Buildings ‘As an arbitrator, he is exceptionally fair, measured and thoughtful, whilst remaining utterly charming towards the parties. He is a consummate professional who is at the top of his game as an arbitrator, with decades of experience in complex commercial disputes all around the world.'