Partner James Rogers on Post-Brexit Enforcement Uncertainty and Arbitration Surge

In a recent feature for The Law Gazette, Partner James Rogers discusses how post-Brexit legal realities have redefined cross-border dispute strategy, particularly in the arena of enforcement and arbitration. 

“We are seeing a lot of cases in the UK courts concerning the enforcement of intra-EU awards in cases brought by EU investors against EU member states,” explained James. “If the UK was still in the EU, the English courts would also have to follow the EU case law derived from Achmea etc. and would have to refuse to enforce those awards. “ 

He continued, “The withdrawal from the EU has therefore opened up this seam of work for English lawyers and the English courts. Combined with an uptick in Russia-related cases following the invasion of Ukraine, there is a lot of high-profile arbitration-related activity in the English courts.” 

An international arbitration lawyer with a uniquely international practice, James serves clients' needs across multiple jurisdictions and tailors to the relevant project, dispute and/or seat of arbitration. His experience extends across a broad range of industry sectors and includes corporate and commercial, technology, M&A, licensing and joint venture disputes. He has particular experience in the energy, mining, infrastructure, technology and construction sectors and significant recent experience in arbitration matters involving states and state-controlled entities. 

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Partner James Rogers on Post-Brexit Enforcement Uncertainty and Arbitration Surge

In a recent feature for The Law Gazette, Partner James Rogers discusses how post-Brexit legal realities have redefined cross-border dispute strategy, particularly in the arena of enforcement and arbitration. 

“We are seeing a lot of cases in the UK courts concerning the enforcement of intra-EU awards in cases brought by EU investors against EU member states,” explained James. “If the UK was still in the EU, the English courts would also have to follow the EU case law derived from Achmea etc. and would have to refuse to enforce those awards. “ 

He continued, “The withdrawal from the EU has therefore opened up this seam of work for English lawyers and the English courts. Combined with an uptick in Russia-related cases following the invasion of Ukraine, there is a lot of high-profile arbitration-related activity in the English courts.” 

An international arbitration lawyer with a uniquely international practice, James serves clients' needs across multiple jurisdictions and tailors to the relevant project, dispute and/or seat of arbitration. His experience extends across a broad range of industry sectors and includes corporate and commercial, technology, M&A, licensing and joint venture disputes. He has particular experience in the energy, mining, infrastructure, technology and construction sectors and significant recent experience in arbitration matters involving states and state-controlled entities. 

Read More

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© 2026 Jenner & Block LLP. Attorney Advertising. Jenner & Block LLP is an Illinois Limited Liability Partnership including professional corporations. This publication, presentation, or event is not intended to provide legal advice but to provide information on legal matters and/or firm news of interest to our clients and colleagues. Readers or attendees should seek specific legal advice before taking any action with respect to matters mentioned in this publication or at this event. The attorney responsible for this communication is Brent E. Kidwell, Jenner & Block LLP, 353 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654-3456. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Jenner & Block London LLP, an affiliate of Jenner & Block LLP, is a limited liability partnership established under the laws of the State of Delaware, USA and is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with SRA number 615729. Information regarding the data we collect and the rights you have over your data can be found in our Privacy Notice. For further inquiries, please contact dataprotection@jenner.com.

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