Short Introduction

Marcus has over 30 years experience as a litigator and latterly as a senior manager in a leading law firm specialising in litigation in the City of London. Marcus focussed on commercial disputes around international trade, insurance and maritime. During this period Marcus participated arbitrations, court proceedings and represented clients in mediations. In 2019 he retired from his firm and has been mediating since 2022 focussing on commercial disputes.

Testimonials

"…my sincere thanks for your efforts and skill in bringing the parties together. We are very pleased with how the process was handled."

Client Feedback

"On behalf of our clients, we would like to thank you for your professional assistance in helping the parties reach an amicable solution to this dispute."

Client Feedback

"I hear the matter settled. Given the challenges presented, that is an impressive outcome."

Client Feedback

About Work

Marcus has been involved litigation both in the UK and abroad. In the UK he has been involved in arbitration as well as court proceedings and abroad he has supervised litigation in many jurisdictions. Marcus' experience has been very useful to him in getting to grips with the issues arising in mediation and with his legal background he able to quickly grasp and identify the strengths and weaknesses of parties positions. His extensive legal and partnership management background gives him the confidence to challenge the parties and encourage them to confront the strengths and weaknesses of their cases. He has a pro active style and will always seek to put the issue off settlement front and centre in the mediation. Marcus is robust and engaging and will quickly try and form a relationship with the parties and encourage them to be open about their position in the mediation and what they wish to achieve. He has a good understanding of issues around legal costs and the role of clients in litigation.

Expertise

  • Employment & Workplace
  • Private Client
  • Commercial & Corporate
  • Banking, Finance & Insurances
  • Industry, Energy & Environment
  • International Trade & Competition
  • Healthcare & Personal Matters
  • Technology, Media & IP

Languages

  • English

Memberships

  • President of the UK Chamber of Shipping 2013 - 14
  • Associate member Quadrant Chambers