Charles Russell Speechlys Expands with New Dispute Resolution Partners in Singapore
Advisor - People | Jun 23, 2025 | Charles Russell Speechlys
Charles Russell Speechlys has announced the addition of Henry Winter and Gavin Margetson as partners in its Commercial Dispute Resolution team in Singapore. Both former Mishcon de Reya LLP partners will bolster the firm's international arbitration and cross-border litigation capabilities in the Asia Pacific region. Henry Winter brings expertise in multiple sectors, including fintech and financial services, while Gavin Margetson has a focus on corporate crime and energy sectors. The expansion ties into the firm's strategy to leverage its geographical reach across the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia, complementing the firm’s growth ambitions especially within Asia. The announcement follows the firm's recent recognition in the 2024 Asian Legal Business Asia Fastest Growing Firms list and reports of 30% revenue growth in Asia.
Sectors
- Legal Services
- International Arbitration
Geography
- Singapore – The new partners will be based in the firm's Singapore office, reflecting its strategic importance in the firm's international growth.
- Asia Pacific – The focus on cross-border disputes and the geographic expertise of the new partners underline the firm's growth strategy in the Asia Pacific region.
Industry
- Legal Services – The article focuses on the expansion of a law firm, highlighting new partner hires within its Dispute Resolution team.
- International Arbitration – Both newly appointed partners specialize in dispute resolution and international arbitration, which is a key focus of the firm's expansion strategy.
Financials
- 30% – The reported revenue growth in Asia for Charles Russell Speechlys in its last set of financial results.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Russell Speechlys | Hiring Firm | Company | A law firm expanding its Dispute Resolution team in Singapore with new partner appointments. |
| Henry Winter | New Partner | Person | Specializes in cross-border disputes and has experience in multiple sectors, joining from Mishcon de Reya LLP. |
| Gavin Margetson | New Partner | Person | Focuses on international arbitration and corporate crime, also joining from Mishcon de Reya LLP. |
| Mishcon de Reya LLP | Previous Employer | Company | The former firm where both newly appointed partners were employed. |