Clyde & Co is recognised for its work in international arbitration. Traditionally known for its sector expertise in shipping, insurance and transportation, the team is developing strengths in the oil and gas and construction sectors. The firm is the largest user of the London Court of International Arbitration. Key figures include Simon McConnell, Patrick Perry and Matthew Lam.
In one commercial and transactions sample, the firm acted for a Hong Kong school in defending a substantial claim following the unfortunate death of a school pupil on the premises. The firm provided advisory services to the school during the public inquest, which involved the examination of multiple witnesses' testimonies. The firm is subsequently handling the litigation.
The rest of the clients the firm has acted for during the research period remain confidential.
In May 2023, the firm lost aviation partner Peter Coles to Holman Fenwick Willan.
Client feedback
“The preparation of documentation by Clyde and Co for hearings and trials is not only swift but complete, accurate and well-produced, which can make the difference between winning and losing.” – Banking and financial services
"Commercial approach, responsiveness, cost efficiency, and time efficiency." – Bankruptcy
"The handling is efficient and highly responsive from instruction to the closing of the matter. Clear advice and practical guidance are provided in various stages of the matter. Flexible fee arrangements are available." – Government and regulatory
“The services provided are timely and practical.” – Shipping
“Clyde & Co always gives our company timely responses and professional advice.” – Shipping
"Quick response and expertise in the area. Flexible fee structure." – Trade and customs
Pryderi Diebschlag
“Hard-working, knowledgeable and a problem solver.”
Matthew Lam
“Attention to detail. Good and practical advice.”
“Very knowledgeable and has enforceable experience, which is rare for a shipping litigator.”
“Responsive when approached. Easygoing attitude. Flexible when facing client's needs.”
“He is deliberate in his legal opinion.”
Nicholas Lum
“They provided very practical legal opinions from our company’s perspective and are able to understand the compliance requirements of listed state-owned enterprises.”
Simon McConnell
“Simon is an excellent judge of character, manager, communicator and litigator who is tactful but resolute, responsible but inventive, very client-friendly but also first rate at managing expectations and is always on top of his brief from day one to end of case.”
Michael Ng
"Michael always ensures that he understands my questions as well as my objectives before providing advice. He consistently goes beyond, thinking at least one step ahead for us."
