Sergejs is a Partner in the Dispute Resolution department of the firm’s Dubai office. He has more than 19 years of experience advising and representing multinational companies and high-net-worth individuals in complex institutional (ICC, LCIA, DIFC-LCIA, LMAA, SCC, SCIA, DIAC, GCC CAC) and ad hoc international and domestic arbitration proceedings, as well as litigation before the DIFC Courts.
Sergejs has a particular focus on energy disputes, regularly acting in high-value, technically complex cases arising out of upstream and midstream oil and gas operations, joint venture and concession arrangements, EPC and O&M disputes relating to power and water projects, renewable energy developments, and long-term fuel supply and offtake contracts. His work frequently involves cross-border issues, expert-heavy proceedings, and claims with significant operational and financial impact for major energy companies and is regularly engaged in high-value, technically sophisticated disputes involving multi-jurisdictional issues, expert evidence, and substantial commercial and operational risk.
Beyond the energy sector, Sergejs’ experience extends to disputes in commerce, real estate, transportation, construction, and franchise and distribution agreements.
Association of International Energy Negotiators
Updated at: 14/03/2025