Veronica Connolly

Representing an entity investing in power and energy infrastructure projects in West Africa in international arbitration proceedings brought against a local partner relating to the purchase, financing and operation of a power distribution company, as well as advising on international enforcement mechanisms.

Acting for a West African entity providing maritime support to the oil and gas industry in 32 associated LMAA and ad hoc arbitrations, followed by subsequent challenges and appeals before the English Court under sections 67, 68 and 69 of the Arbitration Act.

Representing a Qatari state-owned insurance company in a fraud claim in connection with supplies of LNG into Ghana.

Representing Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds in consolidated multi-party and multi-contract SCC fraud proceedings relating to the construction, operation and sale of a shipping terminal, airport and flagship leisure and retail developments.

Representing a South-Asian Government in proceedings relating to contested issues of bilateral investment treaty interpretation and the jurisdiction of the Tribunal.

Defending a US entity in proceedings against a Russian communications operator, including competing jurisdiction and applicable law issues and allegations of fraud and conspiracy.

Advising the UK Government on commercial, international and public law issues, including in relation to investor-state dispute settlement provisions and the risks and merits of judicial review challenges.

Advising on the negotiation and drafting of contractual documents e.g. settlement agreements, waivers, dispute resolution clauses or referrals to arbitration and contractual variations to capture commercial intentions and objectives.