Recent arbitration mandates for Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP‘s ’exceptionally strong team’ cover the natural resources, construction, engineering, and banking and finance sectors. The London group’s experience also encompasses infrastructure, insurance, shipping, technology, and aviation-related disputes. David Waldron is experienced in matters involving Northern Europe, the CIS and China, while Peter Sharp has ‘a depth of experience that few in the City can match’. The practice also features Robert Bolgar Smith, who acts in energy and defence-related international arbitrations.
Testimonials
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‘The team is very international, with thorough knowledge of various legal systems, which facilitates communication and means the right questions get asked.’
‘Exceptionally strong team that is able to operate seamlessly across different jurisdictions and different legal systems. Exceptional collaboration with experts, and client and barrister teams. Astute tacticians who are able to endure and thrive in hard-fought litigation over many months.’
‘The unique selling point is that they really listen and try to understand what the internal businesses needs of the client are, and do their best to incorporate that into the strategy, while protecting the integrity of the case.’
‘David Waldron is a fantastic strategic thinker.’
‘David Waldron is outstanding. He demonstrates an unwavering commitment to excellence. He approaches every case with meticulous attention to detail and a relentless pursuit of favourable outcomes for their clients.’
‘Peter Sharp is not only an excellent lawyer but also a seasoned and keen strategist. Excellent client handling, while the junior members of his team are also very talented and willing to go the extra mile.’
‘The defining feature is Peter Sharp. He has a depth of experience that few in the City can match and this shows in his advice, which is clear, succinct and easy to understand. He provides very clear direction on where clients should go and how to get there, making case management far more efficient and less time consuming and burdensome on the client.’
‘Robert Bolgar-Smith is an excellent and perceptive team leader.’
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
David Waldron