Chambers of Ewan McQuater KC and David Quest KC

‘Leading commercial set’ 3 Verulam Buildings has ‘strength and depth of talent at every level’. Investment treaty and commercial arbitration continue to be key areas of instruction within the set’s Asia Pacific practice. Ali Malek KC regularly appears in disputes under HKIAC, ICC, SIAC and LCIA rules, and is sought after for his expertise in investor-state disputes. Saima Hanif KC is ‘very energetic and responsive’ and ‘her advocacy exudes confidence’; she is a key name for financial regulatory matters. Rajesh Pillai KC is ‘highly recommended for commercial disputes’, with ‘excellent advocacy skills and strong judgement – a real asset to the team’.