Richard specialises in commercial disputes, frequently of an international nature, and property disputes, often when arising as part of a commercial transaction. He is often called upon when issues of evidential or technical complexity arise (including in the context of fraud) or when creative strategic thinking is required. Disputes on which Richard acts are frequently in the context of joint ventures, supply and distribution agreements, commodities, energy and other resources. He is an author of the Practical Law Company’s guidance in the UK and US on international arbitration.
Qualified Gray's Inn, 1999; Judicial Assistant to the Court of Appeal, 2000. Author for the Practical Law International Arbitration service in the UK and US.
French (working knowledge); Cantonese (working knowledge).
Commercial Bar Association; Chancery Bar Association; Chartered Institute of Arbitrators .
Travel and motorsport.