Professional Qualifications

  • Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales

Prior Experience

  • 2013 to date, Partner, DLA Piper
  • 1994 to 2012, Partner, national and international UK law firms
  • 2005 to 2009, Head of Contentious Construction and Engineering, UK based commercial law firm
  • 2003 to 2005, Global Head of Construction and Engineering, UK based international law firm
  • 2001 to 2003, Head of Construction Sector, UK based international law firm

Recognitions

Chambers has commended Simon for his "grace under fire and ability to handle pressure", as well as his "solution-oriented approach and skills in team management". They report that clients' view is that Simon "is an excellent leader in maintaining a clear picture of the overall strategy required".

Education

  • Chester College of Law
  • Durham University

  • Collingwood College, BA, honors in law

Memberships

  • Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators