A partner in our international arbitration practice, Ben Hornan has over 10 years' experience representing clients on complex, high value, cross-border disputes.  Over the years, Ben has handled arbitrations under all of the main sets of arbitration rules, including the ICC, LCIA and UNCITRAL Rules.  This has included arbitrations seated not only in London but in several other jurisdictions too – from Paris to Istanbul.  

Ben's practice focuses particularly on the oil & gas, mining, aviation, internet and telecoms sectors.  With his deep industry knowledge in these areas, first-class legal skills and significant experience of the arbitral process, Ben provides clients with practical, commercial solutions to the challenges they face.

A keen advocate, Ben has conducted advocacy and cross-examination at all stages of the arbitration process. Ben also has full rights of audience for civil matters at all levels of the English courts. He has been involved in national court proceedings in relation to all aspects of the arbitration process – ranging from applications for interim relief, to challenges to awards and enforcement – in several jurisdictions, including England, Cyprus, and the British Virgin Islands.

Although arbitration or court proceedings are sometimes unavoidable, we recognize the importance of helping clients to avoid disputes or resolve them at an early stage – Ben has significant experience of helping clients to achieve this via negotiation, mediation and expert determination proceedings. He also regularly advises clients on the drafting of dispute resolution provisions in commercial contracts.

Ben is an active member of the LCIA's Young International Arbitration Group and the ICC's Young Arbitrators Forum. Being of Czech heritage, Ben is also a member and supporter of the Czech-British Chamber of Commerce.