David Jenaway
Partner
Perth
David Jenaway
Partner
Perth
Contact details
David has extensive experience in a broad range of high profile disputes, with a particular emphasis on matters arising in the energy and resources, and construction, sectors. He has a particular speciality in relation to disputes throughout the whole life cycle of oil and gas projects.
He is regularly trusted by clients with managing the conduct and resolution of high value and strategic disputes, including through international arbitration, superior Court litigation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.
David is highly valued for his careful and thoughtful approach to matters, along with his tireless and enthusiastic commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for his clients.
David is held in very high regard by his clients and peers, as demonstrated by him being currently listed in Legal 500, Chambers Asia Pacific and the 'Best Lawyer List' for various forms of dispute resolution (including arbitration and litigation). Clients describe him as ""everything you could want from a litigation solicitor in a big matter"", and a ""first-class litigator"" who ""is committed to representing you; you feel that he has worked tirelessly to understand the matter and that he will respond with an intelligent and reasoned approach"" (Chambers Asia Pacific). He is also described as being ""laser-focused on helping the client and getting the best outcome - and always delivers"" (Chambers Asia Pacific).
David is the Managing Partner of the Perth office. He was the 2021 winner of the ""Professional Services"" category at the WA Business News 40under40 awards. He also takes a lead role in Allen & Overy’s community and pro bono initiatives.
Expertise
Practices
Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations
Public International Law and Investment Disputes
Sectors
Qualifications
Professional
Academic
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Experience highlights
Advising Eni on a USD150m dispute in the Supreme Court of Western Australia against Sedco Forex International relating to an alleged breach of a contract for the supply of an FPSO.
Advising two international oil and gas companies on USD2bn worth of disputes to be resolved via commercial and investment treaty arbitration, relating to a Vietnamese project.
Advising a multinational oil and gas company on USD3bn worth of disputes to be resolved visa ICC arbitration seated in Singapore, relating to the construction of an onshore LNG project.
Expertise
Practices
Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations
Public International Law and Investment Disputes
Sectors
Qualifications
Professional
Academic
Other noteworthy experience
Advising:
- Two international oil and gas companies on commercial and investment treaty disputes over potential USD2bn losses relating to a Vietnamese project.
- A joint venture of four international energy companies in an LNG Price review for an APAC-based project and ongoing sale of LNG.
- A multinational oil and gas company acting as operator of a joint venture, in relation to breaches and possible termination of a contract related to the supply and operation of an FPSO.
- A global financial instituation in relation to Supreme Court proceedings for alleged misleading and deceptive conduct regarding the sale of an investment product entitled "Lehman Brothers 5 years USD Daily Accrual, Memory Knock Out Principal Protected Note".
- A world-leading supplier of tantalum products, in an arbitration arising from a construction project in northern Western Australia.
- RCR Resolve FM in relation to Supreme Court proceedings against Serco Australia for disputes arising from the performance of facilities management services at detention centres throughout Australia.
- Hamersley Iron Pty Limited in relation to Supreme Court proceedings commenced by McMahon Services Australia Pty Limited, relating to works performed at the Cape Lambert power station.
- The North West Shelf Gas joint venture on a pricing arbitration conducted under a gas sale and purchase agreement.
- A large international investment company in relation to Supreme Court proceedings worth USD700m against a Perth-based iron ore miner.
Pro-bono
- Acted for an indigenous law centre in relation to intestacy laws in Western Australia
- Advised various not-for-profit and charity institutions on insurance obligations and coverage
- Advised a homeless centre on a Magistrate's Court claim regarding alleged misappropriation of property
- Advised an individual in relation to disability discrimination proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia
- Advising an individual on Supreme Court Litigation relating to allegations of misleading or deceptive and unconscionable conduct arising from a mining project investment
- Acted for individual in relation to Supreme Court litigation in relation to an alleged default on a mortgage
Published work
- "Gas price reviews in Asia-Pacific", Chapter in Gas and LNG Price Arbitrations book, Second Edition, page 213 - 224
Recognition
Giving a lot of independent, careful thought to his matters, significantly enhancing his advice to clients
Chambers Asia Pacific, 2020
A very thorough practitioner who cuts through to the strategic issues and gets the whole team to put its best foot forward – everything you could want from a litigation solicitor in a big matter
Chambers Asia Pacific, 2020
A first-class litigator who can quickly ascertain the legal strengths and weaknesses of issues from a complex web of facts
Chambers Asia Pacific, 2021
He is committed to representing you; you feel that he has worked tirelessly to understand the matter and that he will respond with an intelligent and reasoned approach
Chambers Asia Pacific, 2021
Awards & accolades
Under 40 ADR Practitioner of the Year
Australian ADR Awards, 2022
Under 40 ADR Practitioner of the Year
Australian ADR Awards, 2021
Professional Services, 40 under 40 Winner
WA Business News, 2021
