Paul specialises in dispute resolution and has advised energy companies, shipowners, trading houses, commodities producers, charterers and hedge funds on a number of multi-jurisdictional matters spanning Europe, Africa, Asia and South America.
Paul also has broad experience in acting for international insurers, reinsurers and insureds on subrogated actions and coverage disputes; his most recent matters involving H&M, war risks, energy package policies and D&O liabililty.
In addition to acting in an advisory capacity, Paul has assisted in successfully obtaining interim relief for clients and bringing document heavy matters to their conclusion either by way of Mediation or before a range of arbitral tribunals (most commonly LMAA, LCIA and UNCITRAL), the Commercial Court, the Court of Appeal and recently the Supreme Court.
In terms of non-contentious exposure, Paul is accustomed to advising on general commercial contracts, but has also assisted with the financing, sale and leasing of a variety of assets.
Having lived and worked in Africa and Singapore, Paul's international experience extends beyond the matters he has worked on.