Michael focuses on international commercial and investment disputes resolved through arbitration. He handles cases under English and other governing laws, and under the rules of all major arbitral institutions. He has extensive experience acting in high-value, complex disputes across a broad range of sectors, particularly the energy and natural resources and oil and gas sectors, as well as financial services, transportation, food and beverage, life sciences, and technology.
Michael’s practice is global in scope, with substantial experience acting in national court proceedings in various jurisdictions relating to all aspects of the arbitration process, from the CIS and Central Europe, the Middle East and Africa, to the Far East. He acts for a diverse client base, including multinational corporations, financial institutions, and high net worth individuals.
Michael regularly appears as an advocate at all stages of the arbitral process and has full rights of audience for civil matters before the English courts. Michael is called upon to advise clients on dispute avoidance and early resolution strategies, including negotiation, mediation, and expert determination.
