Profile
Over 25 years of experience in international arbitration. Specialised in resolving claims arising from the carriage of goods by sea and trading of commodities. Particular experience also of ship sale & purchase, offshore energy and shipyard construction matters. Admitted in Singapore, Germany, England & Wales. Professional Qualifications & Memberships Fellow
Rankings "Recommended Lawyer" for the International Arbitration category in Legal 500 Asia Pacific (2015 – 2016) and recognised as a "Leading Individual" in the Shipping Litigation category by Chambers Asia Pacific (2011 – 2016). Noted for "clear advice and recommendations" (Chambers Global 2014) and for giving "clear expert advice" (Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2014). Referred to as "a very effective lawyer" with notable experience in both arbitration and litigation (Chambers Asia Pacific 2016). Current Position Independent Arbitrator Professional Experience 2018 – 2023 Nordisk Defence Club, Singapore 2016 – 2018 Independent Arbitrator & Mediator, Singapore 2010 – 2016 Stephenson Harwood, Singapore 2001 – 2010 Holman Fenwick Willan, Singapore 1995 – 2000 Ince & Co., London & Singapore 1994 – 1994 Drew & Napier, Singapore 1993 – 1994 Lebuhn & Puchta, Hamburg, Germany 1990 – 1990 Maritime Law Institute, University of Hamburg, Germany Languages Fluent in English and German |