Matthew TOWNSEND

Matthew is an international arbitration lawyer with significant experience across a wide range of sectors. He is a partner in Reed Smith and is based in our Hong Kong office as a foreign lawyer (England & Wales) in the disputes practice.

Matthew’s experience spans the full lifecycle of a dispute. He provides clients with strategic advice at the outset of a transaction, creative solutions once a dispute arises and, where necessary, vigorous representation in prosecuting or defending claims.

Matthew’s clients come from a number of sectors, including energy (e.g., renewables, and oil and gas), corporate and private equity, infrastructure, construction and technology. They include public and private companies, funds, high-net-worth individuals and developers.

Matthew’s international arbitration experience spans the major jurisdictions, institutions and arbitration rules. He has worked on a number of ‘industry first’ international arbitration matters in Asia and routinely conducts written and oral advocacy.

Recent client and industry comment includes the following:
• “excellent arbitration practice and linguistic adaptability” (Who’s Who Legal Arbitration, 2022)
• “sharp and innovative approach’ in hearings” (Who’s Who Legal Arbitration, 2021)
• “a rising star in international arbitration” (Who’s Who Legal Arbitration, 2020)