Jonathan S. Lux LLB (Hons) (Exhib), Masters

Membership Status: Arbitrator, Mediator

General Information

"…the consistently positive feedback we received from our sources across the globe reflect Jonathan's exceptional talent and pre-eminence in the field."
Who's Who Legal (2010)

With considerable experience and success as a mediator (since 1993) that extends widely across commercial and civil matters, Jonathan Lux is particularly recognised as an expert in shipping and maritime. Well-reputed for his tact, robustness and flexibility, he is also much in demand for international mediation, being fluent in French and German.

WHY CHOOSE JONATHAN?

Recognised mediation expert… A pioneer of ADR, Jonathan has lectured and written articles on mediation, and is considered to be at the top of his profession, featuring in Lloyd’s List of Top Ten Legal Personalities in 2011

Extensive legal experience… Now a full-time mediator, Jonathan has 37 years’ experience of working in commercial law as a solicitor and partner, with a strong track record of success

Shipping/maritime specialist… Global Shipping and Maritime Lawyer of the Year, Who’s Who Legal Awards 2011 and 2010, with extensive experience and relevant memberships 

Popular and effective… Able to grasp the key issues of a case quickly, Jonathan’s vast experience, excellent communication skills and flexible approach make him a popular mediator – and a successful one

Flexible – Will travel internationally for mediation work, with realistic negotiation on fees

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Jonathan mediates disputes of all types and levels of complexity, Jonathan also has experience in the following areas:

• Banking – eg Dispute over non-repayment of a loan
• Maritime/Carriage of Goods and Passengers by Air, Sea and Land – eg Claim for damaged cargo via shipping
• Commercial Contract/Tort – eg Claim for substantial unpaid accountancy fees + client counterclaim
• Construction/Engineering – eg Large subcontractor claim against contractor + counterclaim due to disputed invoices
• Energy Renewables/Offshore – eg Multimillion disputes re suitability of chartered-in support vessels for offshore oil operation
• Insurance – eg Dispute re liability of ransom paid to secure release of vessel hijacked by pirates
• Land/Property – eg Alleged breach of contract for property sale to joint purchasers; involved various claims and counterclaims
• Motorsport – eg Commercial dispute over non-payment of services contracted and supplied to a high-profile F3 racing driver
• Neighbour/Community – eg Acrimonious neighbour dispute over various issues, including use of a driveway
• Professional Negligence – eg Substantial claims by builder against alleged incompetence of engineers
• Personal Injury – eg Claim for accident occurring on school property
• Sale of Goods/International Trade – eg Claim for loss of time/money against trade vessel that took a different route
• Shareholder – eg Multimillion breach of warranty dispute re sales of shares in a PLC

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Most of Jonathan’s career has been involved with mediation and arbitration, with frequently spectacular results. He is well known for bringing cases to a successful conclusion at an early stage, saving substantial costs.

• Solicitor/Partner with international commercial and shipping law firm Ince & Co for 37 years, where he was Joint Head of Arbitration and Mediation Group
• Co-author of “ADR and Commercial Disputes” and contributor to IBA e-book “Mediation Techniques”
• LLB (Hons) degree and University Exhibition from Nottingham University; Master’s degree obtained during study in France

FEEDBACK

“Jonathan Lux leads the voting worldwide, with unanimous praise coming from all corners of the globe… he is recognised for his alternative dispute resolution capabilities. His skills and integrity mark him out as one of the best I’ve ever come across.”
Who’s Who Legal (2009)

“Your patience and understanding, qualities which only come with experience, were much in evidence. Given a suitable opportunity, I shall not hesitate to recommend you as a mediator in the future.”
Harold Berwin, Darlington Hardcastles

“Jonathan was excellent. He was calm and persuasive.”
Stuart Thompson, Mills & Reeve

MEMBERSHIPS/POSITIONS

Mediator accreditations: Academy of Experts; ADR Net; CEDR

Fellow: Chartered Institute of Arbitrators

Member: LMAA/Baltic Exchange Panel of Mediators; British Academy of Experts; International Bar Association (IBA); Supporting Members Liaison Committee, London Maritime Arbitrators Association; Association of Average Adjustors; former Council member of British Chamber of Commerce, Germany

Panel of Arbitrators: China Maritime Arbitration Commission (CMAC); China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC); German Maritime Arbitration Association (GMAA); Hong Kong International Arbitration centre (HKIAC); Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Shanghai Arbitration Commission; Shanghai International Arbitration Shipping Arbitration Court; Singapore International Arbitration Centre

Honorary Consul: To Cape Verde in London

Freeman: City of London

Liveryman: Worshipful Company of Solicitors

Past Chairmanships: UK branch of British Chamber of Commerce, Germany; Maritime and Transport Law Committee, IBA; Human Rights Institute’s Committee on Legal Systems; Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, IBA

THE MAN BEHIND THE LAWYER

Jonathan is married with 3 grown-up children. One of his main passions is motor sport: he races Classic Formula Ford cars and has taken part in several endurance rallies; he has also participated in the 1997 Beijing to Paris Classic car rally. At a slower pace, he loves hill walking, especially in Scotland.

Contact Jonathan to discuss your dispute.

total score

1581

league table position 27 / 148

total mediations undertaken 54

member level Elite Mediator

Jonathan S. is a member of

• Specialist Panel:
  Business & Property Mediators
• Local Panel:
  London
• Profession:
  Solicitor
• Court Scheme:
  Central London County Court

phone0845 083 3000

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Recent History

Date	Outcome
16 April 2013	Adjourned
18 February 2013	Settled
16 January 2013	Settled
20 April 2012	Settled
19 April 2012	Did Not Settle
18 April 2012	Settled
26 March 2012	Settled
18 January 2012	Settled
10 October 2011	Settled
19 July 2011	Settled
23 March 2011	Settled
9 March 2011	Did Not Settle
14 February 2011	Did Not Settle
20 January 2011	Settled
14 December 2010	Did Not Settle
25 November 2010	Adjourned
30 September 2010	Settled
30 June 2010	Settled
24 May 2010	Settled
10 May 2010	Settled
25 January 2010	Settled
15 January 2010	Did Not Settle
10 December 2009	Settled
1 December 2009	Settled
3 September 2009	Adjourned

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