Addleshaw Goddard has a practice particularly tailored towards construction disputes, active on litigation and arbitration across a variety of sectors and markets across the Gulf. Team head Stephen Burke is instructed by industry players and government agencies on EPC issues connected to large-scale infrastructure projects, while co-head Bevan Farmer, who is based in Qatar, has a strong track record in the energy space. Arun Visweswaran joined from Clifford Chance in September 2023 and is noted for his skill in construction and engineering-related arbitration. Gemma Gregory supports on wrongful termination, bankruptcy, and contractual matters. Shane Jury and Emma Tormey left the firm. Lucas Pitts joined from Bird & Bird in early 2025.
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  • ‘The dispute resolution team is very professional and delivers work of high caliber.’

  • ‘Arun Viswewaran and Gemma Gregory make up a great team. I feel the case is in safe hands and our company is well represented.'

  • 'Gemma Gregory has extensive knowledge in arbitration and is able to steer a case in the right direction with ease.'
  • ‘The litigation team with Arun Visweswaran stands out for practical and realistically commercial advice, quick responses and extreme attention to detail.’

  • ‘Arun Visweswaran is an experienced litigator with very sound knowledge of the law, is able to offers commercially sensible advice and grasps complex points quickly being both an engineer and a qualified lawyer!’

  • ‘The team have a great work ethic, are very personable and are extremely capable.'

  • ‘We have worked with Stephen Burke many times because of his no-nonsense approach overall knowledge and expertise. He is a highly skilled litigator and exceptional advocate, and a pleasure to work with.'

Anwält*innen

Praxisleitung

Bevan Farmer; Stephen Burke

Weitere Kernanwält*innen

Arun Visweswaran; Gemma Gregory; Lucas Pitts