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 has over 15 years ’ experience acting on international arbitrations and conducts his own advocacy . 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 “ pragmatic and hands on ” and as “ a standout litigator .” Alistair is ranked by Chambers and Partners .
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 advises on disputes relating to power generation , both conventional and renewables , including the construction of power projects .
John
Gilbert Partner London
John has also represented clients in issues related to business and human rights , compliance with anti-bribery and corruption laws and on conducting incident investigations . For six years , John previously served as in-house counsel in the dispute resolution team of an oil and gas supermajor .
John is described in The Legal 500 2020 as “ Very bright and hardworking , and with exceptional knowledge of the energy industry .” He is recognized as a Leading Individual for Energy and Natural Resources Disputes in Chambers and Partners , where he is described as “ an extremely smooth lawyer who is nice to work with .”
Oliver
Irwin Partner London
Oliver Irwin is identified by IFLR1000 as a “ Rising Star ” every year since 2013 and he has been ranked in Chambers and Partners each year since 2012 , where clients report that He is considered “ truly outstanding ” and highlight his “ knowledge of debt financing ” and “ drive to get the deal done .” In the 2021 edition of Chambers UK clients comment , “ His technical ability , precision and accuracy of his work combined with his responsiveness makes him a very good lawyer .” They also note ” He is very pragmatic , very thorough and commercial .” Oliver is also ranked as a “ Next Generation Partner ” for “ Projects , Energy & Natural Resources : Infrastructure ” in The Legal 500 United Kingdom ( 2018-2022 ) and was nominated by in-house counsel and peers to appear in Euromoneyʼs 2015 , 2016 and 2017 “ Rising Stars ” Expert Guides . Oliver was recognized by Law360 as a 2019 MVP for Project Finance and serves on Law360 ’ s Project Finance Editorial Advisory Board ( 2020-2021 ). bracewell . com