Peter William Thorp
Profile
Based in Paris, Peter Thorp has substantial experience acting as counsel and arbitrator in international arbitrations in Asia and Europe under the rules of most of the major international arbitration institutions.
He is fluent in French and Chinese, and has special expertise in disputes between multinationals and Chinese parties.
Prior to returning to Paris in 2011, Mr Thorp was China Managing Partner of Allen & Overy LLP and head of the firm's Mainland China disputes practice.
A barrister and solicitor from New Zealand, he is also qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales and in Hong Kong.