Michael’s practice focusses on commercial litigation and arbitration.

Michael has advised and represented clients across a broad range of practice areas; including, aviation, banking and finance, construction, insurance, shipping, tort and trusts.

Michael has considerable experience in complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes; encompassing litigation in the English Courts and related jurisdictions, commercial arbitration (LCIA, ICC, LMAA and GAFTA) and ad hoc arbitral proceedings.

Prior to joining CANDEY, Michael practised at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP and at Quadrant chambers.

Michael previously worked as a Senior Project Engineer for large construction companies, such as Balfour Beatty and Skanska.

Michael took a first-class degree in Law at the University of Cambridge.

Michael has received various prizes and awards for academic excellence; including, the William Charnley Prize for the Highest First-class in Law and the Astbury Scholarship (Middle Temple).

Michael has been a visiting tutor in contract law at Queen Mary University of London and is the author of various articles and book chapters.

Recent reported cases:

-          The Federal Republic of Nigeria v Royal Dutch Shell Plc & Anor [2020] EWHC 1315 (Comm)

-          Hinduja v Hinduja [2020] EWHC 1533 (Ch)

-          Gruber & Ors v AIG & Ors [2020] EWCA Civ 31

Email: mwoollco@candey.com