James Carter assists clients in resolving complex commercial disputes, with a practice focused almost exclusively on international arbitration. Drawing on his background as a barrister, he delivers compelling written and oral advocacy to secure strong outcomes for his clients. James has extensive experience conducting arbitrations under the major institutional rules, including LCIA, ICC and ICSID, across a wide range of arbitral seats worldwide.
James' clients are often drawn from the energy and natural resources sector, and given that he leads the UK H firm’s cross practice Energy and Natural Resources initiative. In addition, James has substantial experience handling disputes across a broad range of industries, including telecommunications, technology, financial services and infrastructure.
Clients consistently praise James Carter as an international arbitration partner who combines first rate advocacy with exceptional client service. He is described as “clear, precise, engaged and [having] excellent oral advocacy skills,” with “deep analytical skills and top attentiveness,” and is trusted for giving “clear and practical advice” that reflects a strong understanding of client priorities. Legal 500 highlights him as “a bright, energetic and attentive partner, with a deep loyalty to his clients and an impressive work ethic,” while others describe him as “outstanding – very client focused and responsive, and keen to give the client what it wants”. Chambers further notes that clients value the confidence this approach inspires, observing that “you can see that in the way that clients trust him,” particularly in complex, high value international arbitrations, including those in the energy and natural resources sector and disputes involving sovereign states.
