International Dispute Resolution Team
John
Gilbert Partner London
John Gilbert resolves disputes in the energy sector through litigation , arbitration , expert determination and mediation . He advises on a broad range of disputes related to oil and gas exploration and production , the construction and operation of pipelines and the downstream sector . John has particular experience representing clients locked in disputes over gas sales agreements , including price reviews and on the operation of take-or-pay provisions . In addition , he has advised on disputes relating to power generation , both conventional and renewables . John is listed as a leading individual for energy disputes in Chambers UK and is described by clients as “ a go-to partner in the UK for energy litigation and has a deep understanding of complexities of the sector ” ( 2024 ) and “ very knowledgeable about the offshore oil and gas sector ” ( 2020 ). He has been described by The Legal 500 UK as “ a strategic thinker who provides practical advice , with real understanding of the technical and regulatory issues that arise in this context ” ( 2024 ) and “ extremely bright and goes to great lengths to ensure his clients get the service they deserve .” ( 2022 ).
Alistair
Calvert Partner London
Alistair Calvert helps clients resolve disputes in the energy and infrastructure sectors , with a focus on disputes related to projects in the oil and gas , power , and renewables space . He has acted on disputes relevant to all aspects of projects including procurement , engineering , operational , and financing matters . Alistair ’ s practice encompasses high value international arbitration and litigation . He also provides advice on the management of legal risk during pre-action negotiations and specializes in mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution . He has a track record of engineering successful outcomes for clients . Alistair is described by clients in The Legal 500 UK as “ a standout litigator ” who understands “ the legal dimensions of a case , and the commercial and human realities of a case ” and in Chambers UK 2023 as “ an excellent energy lawyer ”.
Mark Hunting is a qualified solicitor-advocate specialising in internal and external investigations , contentious and non-contentious criminal and regulatory matters and civil litigation . He advises companies and corporate executives on business-related criminal and regulatory matters , including money laundering , bribery and corruption , financial and trade sanctions and export controls , corporate investigations , health and safety , and financial institution trading regulations .
Mark
Hunting Partner London
Robert Meade Partner London
Robert Meade acts on international disputes in the oil and gas exploration , midstream and downstream sectors , as well as disputes related to power ( conventional and renewables ), infrastructure , construction and international trade . His experience includes representing clients in disputes concerning joint operating agreements , production sharing contracts and construction contracts and on issues arising out of joint ventures and asset acquisitions . Robert has acted on a number of international arbitrations , including under the LCIA and ICC rules , as well as disputes in the English high court . Robert was recognised as a “ Rising Star ” in The Legal 500 ’ s 2019 International Arbitration Powerlist : United Kingdom and described as “ one of the most promising young counsel on the London scene ”. The Legal 500 UK described him as a “ standout individual ” ( 2022 ) and as “ incredibly good , easy to work with , and very collaborative … hugely responsive , commercially savvy and tactically minded ” ( 2024 ). bracewell . com