Fenwick Elliott LLP's 'international arbitration team comprises an outstanding group of hardworking individuals'. The specialist construction and energy law firm has an enviable track record in large-scale claims over international construction, infrastructure and energy projects. Simon Tolson is a construction and engineering disputes expert; Tony Francis 'displays wisdom in his counsel'; and Richard Smellie specialises in oil and gas, power and construction-related claims. Nicholas Gould is an international dispute resolution expert, while Karen Gidwani has wide-ranging tribunal experience.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Fenwick Elliott's international arbitration team comprises an outstanding group of hardworking individuals who show extraordinary commitment to their clients.'

  • ‘Richard Smellie is a seasoned fighter - tough but shrewd, and with impeccable judgement when it comes to handling tribunals.'

  • ‘Richard Smellie is always willing to go the extra mile for clients. He is excellent on getting the big calls right.'

  • ‘Tony Francis displays wisdom in his counsel, including proactive measures intended to avoid conflict, as well as how best to manage when conflict is unavoidable.’

  • 'James Cameron is a joy to work with and brilliant with clients.'

  • ‘Fenwick Elliott is the leading construction firm. Its knowledge and expertise are unrivalled. They really are specialists in what they do. They are also friendly and easy to work with.’

  • 'Thomas Young is hardworking and diligent. He is on top of everything and knows the details of a case inside out.'
  • 'Edward Foyle is intelligent and very polished - very quick to inspire confidence in the client.'

Key clients

  • Webuild

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Simon Tolson, Tony Francis, Richard Smellie

Other key lawyers

Nicholas Gould, Karen Gidwani, Toby Randle, Jeremy Glover, Thomas Young, James Cameron, Edward Foyle, James Mullen