Established as a centre for construction and engineering law expertise in London for over 50 years, members of Keating Chambers have a worldwide reputation for overseas work and have wide ranging international experience.
Our members appear regularly in courts of other jurisdictions, as required. We have members fluent in French and Yoruba, and offer additional capability in Arabic, German, Italian, Persian, Russian and Spanish. Since our members include internationally qualified graduates, Chambers enjoys a truly international profile. Recent instructions to Chambers involve projects in Abu Dhabi, Singapore, Taiwan, Dubai, Kuwait, Korea, China, Uzbekistan, St Lucia, Barbados, Jordan, Kazakhstan and USA.
Keating Chambers has an outstanding reputation for International Arbitration, with members regularly acting as both advocates and arbitrators in ICC, LCIA, SCIA and other international arbitration courts.
Members also are asked to give presentations and speak at seminars worldwide: current and recent engagements include Auckland, Beijing, Bermuda, Cyprus, Dubai, Edinburgh, Geneva, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, Palo Alto and Singapore.
Often working with the client’s own lawyers, our members provide advice and/or representation as needed. In addition, our QCs act as specialist arbitrators, mediators and members of Dispute Resolution Boards.
Construction
“all here provide excellent advice that takes matters forward for the client." “The deep pool of expertise available at the set is well recognised throughout the legal world” “it is more of an alliance when working with them, as they bring a comradely attitude." The barristers further display "a strong, confident style that never falters once you get to trial." “a leading resource not only for the legal expertise it provides, but also for the level of insight its barristers have into developments in the construction industry itself” “noted for having got deeper into the Dubai market than any other set” "If you want the big guns, you go to Keating."
Energy & Natural Resources
praised by solicitors for having "strength in depth across all levels." “those instructing it can always get counsel of the right level for any job."
International Arbitration: Construction and Engineering
"massive international presence."
"With excellent connections in the Middle East, this set has earned a reputation for excellence in a range of construction matters. Client service is another strength for this set, with one interviewee stating that the clerks are "amongst the best in London." The set prides itself on its strength in depth, ensuring that it can offer clients a comprehensive service on cases of all sizes."
Professional Negligence
“first-class reputation" “responsive, commercial" barristers who are "good at problem solving," and who always "put themselves out for you." "from top to bottom they are proactive and know what they're doing."
International Arbitration
"Keating Chambers has a number of silks with significant reputations as international arbitrators."
Arbitrators
“Particularly recognised for the depth of its experience in the Middle East”..."first-class client care, and delivers exactly what the overseas client is looking for"...“home to a number of acclaimed arbitrators”..."This set is distinguished by the ‘true star quality’ it has to offer"...and is known for "Excelling in both international and domestic markets."
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Further Information
For further information on how our members can assist you, please contact the Director of Clerking,
Paul Cooklin or Senior Clerk,
Nick Child in the first instance on +44 20 7544 2600. The teams of Clerks will be pleased to advise you on the member of Keating Chambers appropriate to your requirements.