Alex’s practice currently centres on a number of very high value/intensive shipbuilding, infrastructure and offshore disputes combined with advice and representation relating to a number of infrastructure projects and their continuation. This is a consequence of his leading the Reed Smith relationship with a number of the world’s leading companies in their particular sector. He also specialises in representing shipbrokers and shipmanagers when issues arise.

A leading legal directory includes him "following extensive market praise. Sources say: His advice is academically very strong - he really gets to the bottom of the legal issues, but at the same time his advice considers our strategy and practical needs".

Alex is also ranked in Chambers & Partners Asia Pacific 2018-2024 where sources describe him as "brilliant in shipping litigation" and very experienced in shipbuilding arbitration”. Another interviewee characterises him as "very skilled at managing everything smoothly when any difficulty comes up." Alex is ranked in Band 1 in both Chambers & Partners Asia Pacific 2022 where a source describes him as "one of the leaders in the industry who is able to provide solutions to complex problems" and in Chambers Global 2024 where it is said "Alex is an experienced shipping lawyer. He is tactical, and practical and has deep knowledge of the applicable laws." Additionally, Alex has been recognized by his peers in the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers UK for his work in Shipping Law.