Andrew Bennett is an associate in our Litigation Practice, based in London.
Andrew undertakes a wide variety of disputes and frequently advises on High Court litigation, typically of a multijurisdictional dimension, as well as arbitrations under the auspices of the different arbitral rules, including the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) and the London Maritime Arbitrators Association (LMAA). Andrew often advises on disputes that cross between arbitration and litigation, such as matters relating to the enforcement of arbitral awards within England & Wales.
Andrew has a keen focus on the sports sector, working within our Sports & Entertainment Industry Group. He has experience in acting for international and domestic sports clubs, sports governing bodies, agencies and athletes in commercial, regulatory, investigatory and contentious matters.
Acting for domestic and international football clubs in high-profile disputes under the regulations of the Football Association, Premier League, UEFA and FIFA.
Acting for clients in cases before the Court of Arbitration for Sport, including successfully defending appeals of FIFA Awards.
Advising various Premier League and EFL football clubs in relation to compliance with domestic/international regulations, including the Profitability and Sustainability Rules and the FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players.
Acting for sports clubs and sports governing bodies in conducting internal investigations into issues such as discrimination and culture.
Advising on aspects of player transfers on both the club and player side, including high-profile and complex overseas transfers.
Advising a major oil and gas corporation on the registration of a circa US$5 billion arbitration award in the High Court of England & Wales.
Successfully defending a semi-governmental Middle Eastern organisation in a circa £50 million appeal in the Court of Appeal.
Successfully appealing an arbitral award in the High Court of England and Wales under section 67 of the Arbitration Act 1996.
Acting for a major health industry client in a seven-figure settlement of a dispute following mediation.
Advising and securing injunctive relief for a client following whistle-blower evidence.