A partner at Hill Dickinson LLP, with diverse international public and private sector experience in legal, government and international relations, communications and general management/leadership roles within the Maritime, Aviation, Tourism and Arts industries. Ranked by Legal500 as a Next Generation Partner 2024 described as “highly skilled and commercial”. + Highly motivated and service orientated with a track record of providing clients informed, commercially focused solutions. Experienced in conducting London Arbitration and Court proceedings as well as confidential mediations and settlement negotiations of disputes in the maritime and transport industries. + Independent thinker and effective collaborator - experienced working with stakeholders at all levels of seniority + Creative, innovative, flexible and culturally sensitive with broad experience working within a variety of public and private organisations at an international level + Successfully led a diverse range of projects, both in the commercial and not-for profit sectors. Experienced at establishing and developing teams, increasing productivity and reducing staff turnover through effective collaboration, performance management, motivation and coaching techniques.+ An accomplished and engaging public speaker with experience presenting at board and senior management level as well as at conferences and internal/external seminars.Interests / hobbies include: Shipping, flying and aviation, travel, music, sailing, football and travel writing. I'm also a classically trained musician and promoter of the arts in schools and in the broader community. Voluntary work for not-for-profit organizations and charities, producing several fundraising concerts and events.
Listed skills include Dispute Resolution, Legal Advice, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, and 16 others.