MATTHEW HOLDER’s practice focuses on complex and cross-border commercial litigation and international arbitration. Matthew’s litigation experience covers a broad spectrum of high-value and business-critical disputes before the High Court in England, and his arbitration experience includes acting for clients under ICC rules on disputes in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Matthew has also acted for clients in statutory adjudications.
Matthew has worked with a wide range of market-leading clients, including major oil and gas companies, power companies, dredging companies, design consultancies, financial institutions, insurers, asset managers and commodity brokers.
Prior to joining Sidley, Matthew worked as an associate in the infrastructure, construction and energy disputes team of a leading international firm. During his training contract, Matthew gained experience in corporate M&A and intellectual property and was seconded to a leading consumer products conglomerate.
Matthew has previously worked in the Middle East on international arbitrations and local disputes.