My work includes the full range of dispute resolution, from small to multi-million claims, as well as jurisdictional disputes and anti-suit matters.I also have extensive international experience being involved in advising, managing and monitoring litigation or arbitration overseas, or working with overseas lawyers or clients who require assistance with English law or procedure. Having commenced my legal career as a Barrister, I can handle cases throughout every stage of… Show more My work includes the full range of dispute resolution, from small to multi-million claims, as well as jurisdictional disputes and anti-suit matters.I also have extensive international experience being involved in advising, managing and monitoring litigation or arbitration overseas, or working with overseas lawyers or clients who require assistance with English law or procedure. Having commenced my legal career as a Barrister, I can handle cases throughout every stage of litigation. This background also helps me to shape and provide the best strategy for a case, not just from the early exchanges with the other party but throughout. My experience includes: * $50+ million claim following an explosion at a South African coal powered power-station; * $40+ million claim for a gold mine in Papua New Guinea that suffered business and property losses; * $30+ million professional negligence claim concerning the construction, commissioning and testing of a drilling rig; * £20+ million claim asserting fraud and dishonesty; * Handling a variety of commercial disputes, often incorporating contractual provisions and/or jurisdictional issues (for example a $65+ million matter concerning the alleged loss of an oil rig and anti-suit issues); * Advising on jurisdictional disputes and claims to anti-suit injunctions; and * Resolving numerous cases by mediation, without prejudice meetings, and negotiation. Show less

Robert joined The Pacifico Partnership ("TPP") in February 2015 as Director of Training. TPP designs and delivers bespoke in-house programmes and workshops. Robert led the Development, Training and Delivery of courses, which effectively support and develop a company's people strategy, until April 2017. He remains involved as a senior trainer and continues to deliver courses. Robert has managed and undertaken the delivery of a range of large and small scale learning and development… Show more Robert joined The Pacifico Partnership ("TPP") in February 2015 as Director of Training. TPP designs and delivers bespoke in-house programmes and workshops. Robert led the Development, Training and Delivery of courses, which effectively support and develop a company's people strategy, until April 2017. He remains involved as a senior trainer and continues to deliver courses. Robert has managed and undertaken the delivery of a range of large and small scale learning and development programmes. Wherever possible TPP provides interactive training in an entertaining and accessible learning environment, rather than the "chalk and talk" or "death by powerpoint" utilised by some others.Programmes include: * Immerse - an award winning, innovative and powerful business simulation which tests critical business skills, support key leadership hires and promotions, develop individual and team competencies and ‘dry run’ risk management procedures. This replicates the ground-breaking approach used within the emergency services. * High Stakes Persuasion - a mixture of fast paced and interactive plenary sessions, multi-media injections, drills, group work, reflection exercises and feedback. * Courtroom Confidence - skills for advocates, professional and expert witnesses and lay persons to maximise their skills when appearing in a court or tribunal. * The Anatomy of Giving Evidence - one of TPP's most powerful and entertaining event. It has been delivered to members of every police force in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. * Business skills - project management, networking, negotiation, etc. Show less

I was a Partner handling a wide range of insurance, fraud, product liability and commercial litigation related issues with claims arising both in the UK and abroad. I was often involved in large scale litigation and dispute resolution issues, usually with an insurance element and/or requiring expert evidence. I was responsible for managing the firm’s relationship with a leading insurer, where Plexus enjoys sole supplier status, and regularly provide guidance, advice and training for… Show more I was a Partner handling a wide range of insurance, fraud, product liability and commercial litigation related issues with claims arising both in the UK and abroad. I was often involved in large scale litigation and dispute resolution issues, usually with an insurance element and/or requiring expert evidence. I was responsible for managing the firm’s relationship with a leading insurer, where Plexus enjoys sole supplier status, and regularly provide guidance, advice and training for the handling and pursuit of recoveries. Show less

Robert was a Partner (solicitor/advocate) in the Subrogation and Recovery Department based in London. Robert's practice involved a wide range of insurance, product liability and commercial litigation (including alternative dispute resolution) related issues with claims arising both in the UK and abroad. Robert handled cases throughout every stage of litigation.Experience included:* Handling a $50+ million claim, for a conveyor collapse in Zambia;* Handling a $20+ million claim… Show more Robert was a Partner (solicitor/advocate) in the Subrogation and Recovery Department based in London. Robert's practice involved a wide range of insurance, product liability and commercial litigation (including alternative dispute resolution) related issues with claims arising both in the UK and abroad. Robert handled cases throughout every stage of litigation.Experience included:* Handling a $50+ million claim, for a conveyor collapse in Zambia;* Handling a $20+ million claim arising out of the collapse of a drilling rig, * Handling a variety of disputes with arbitration provisions (ICC, LMAA, etc).* Handling various losses relating to film, TV and advertising insurance – including cast, negative, digital artefacts, property disputes, non-appearance, postponement and cancellation (clients included insurers of major studios to those of smaller, independent, production companies);* Handling fiduciary losses and claims relating to banks including issues of breach of mandate, breach of trust and fraud; * Advising insurers (and reinsurers) with respect to indemnity issues including policy wording and coverage, such as warranties, claims notification and exclusion clauses; and * Resolving cases by mediation, without prejudice meetings, and negotiation. Show less

Associate (Barrister)Commercial Risk Team

Teaching Civil Procedure & Evidence

Barrister from 1999 to 2006Clarendon Chambers 2003 to 2006