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02 February 2018
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Signature Litigation—Neil Newing

Disputes boutique hires new arbitration counsel

Disputes-focused firm Signature Litigation has welcomed new counsel Neil Newing to the team. Neil, who has joined from the London office of Eversheds Sutherland, specialises in international commercial arbitration, with particular expertise in disputes involving the energy sector, including oilfield services, pipeline transportation, and joint ventures. His additional areas of experience include general commercial litigation and disputes relating to the TMT field.

Neil’s appointment marks the third lateral hiring for the arbitration practice in the last 24 months, with Ioannis Alexopoulos, Simon Bushell and Josh Wong all having recently joined as partners.

Co-head of the arbitration team Daniel Spendlove commented: ‘Neil’s appointment demonstrates our commitment to growing the firm’s arbitration practice. His experience and expertise help consolidate our position in the market as a leading conflict-free disputes firm.’

Neil added: ‘I am delighted to have joined Signature and look forward to utilising and furthering my experience and expertise within the firm’s specialist, conflict-free framework.’

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