Quadrant Chambers is delighted to feature in the latest Chambers Global Guide. We feature as a leading set in the areas of commercial disputes, energy & natural resources and shipping & commodities. As well as our set rankings, we received 24 individual recommendations.

Leading Set - Dispute Resolution: Commercial  A tried and tested set known for its strength in aviation and marine disputes in particular, but with an enviable track record of undertaking all manner of commercial disputes. Members are noted for their skill in handling matters both at home and abroad (international instructions account for 65% of revenue) and are expert at handling jurisdictional disputes. Barristers from Quadrant Chambers have acted in several noteworthy cases in recent times, including Taurus Petroleum v State Oil Marketing Company of the Republic of Iraq, which raised key queries around the level of state immunity afforded by the central banks of oil producing countries. Sources report that "they're real experts in international trade, shipping and trade finance, and their knowledge is second to none." Client service "They always assist in finding practical solutions to problems, they encourage cross-business opportunities, and they have a general down-to-earth attitude which is both reassuring and refreshing." "It is easy to negotiate fees as the clerks are straightforward and easy to work with." Simon Slattery is the senior clerks. Leading Set - Energy & Natural Resources An impressive roster of experienced barristers leverage the chambers' broader shipping and commodities experience in order to capably advise clients in significant energy disputes. In particular, the set possesses a great deal of oil and gas industry knowledge, in both the upstream and downstream spaces. Members frequently appear in high-value international arbitrations in the role of advocate or arbitrator. The set has recently taken on a number of notable instructions including DSME v Songa Offshore, a case concerning allegations that three North Sea exploration semi-submersible drilling rigs designed by DSME had fundamental design faults. Client service Senior clerks Gary Ventura and Simon Slattery "are a brilliant double act in managing clients and keeping barristers under control." "It's a really professional outfit; the clerks are personable, direct and people keep you in the loop." Leading Set - Shipping & Commodities An excellent set for shipping and commodities work with a large group of silks and juniors who specialise in the area. Its knowledge base encompasses dry and wet shipping, marine insurance, insolvency, finance and fraud cases. The set is a force to be reckoned with in the commodities sphere, routinely handling disputes relating to coal, minerals, rice and other types of cargo. Its clients range from major corporations and shipowners to underwriters, charterers and repairers. Members possess significant international expertise and are well able to act in multi-jurisdictional litigation and arbitrations. Recently they have appeared in a string of Supreme Court cases including The Longchamp, which deliberated the meaning of Rule F of the York-Antwerp Rules 1974. Client service "They are very good and easy to deal with." "Very professionally run." "The clerks are friendly and approachable, and respond promptly." Simon Slattery heads up the clerking team.