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Max acts as an expert witness and consultant in disputes involving oil and gas trading, hedging, derivatives, price risk management and shipping, drawing on more than 25 years in senior trading roles across Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia and the Arabian Gulf.

Max has over 25 years of experience within the oil & gas industry.

Having held senior management positions in leading firms, Max’s expertise centres around oil and gas trading and risk management.

Having lived and worked in Europe; North, Central and South America; and Africa, Max has had the opportunity to cover all of the major traded market hubs, including Asia and the Arabian Gulf.

Max’s advice has proven to be critical in settling several complex cases before they reached court. Inside a court, he has proven to be detached, calm and adept whilst under cross-examination.

“Mr Beckett showed an impressive ability to delve deep into the details of a case while also thinking about the big picture, no doubt due to the vast breadth and depth of his industry knowledge. His insights added significant value throughout the lifecycle of our client’s case. He was also highly engaged and responsive, making himself available whenever his input was needed and enthusiastically applying his mind to the issues.”

Partner, Tier 1 Multinational Law Firm

“Thank you for your expertise and skill, which, as the Judge recognised, assisted the client in overcoming the considerable difficulties it faced to put itself in a ‘position to advance a formidable case at trial’. The Judge found your evidence ‘grounded in the realities in the marketplace…and more informative as a result…”

Partner, Tier 1 London Legal Firm

“…Max is my go-to expert for anything concerning trading and oil products and/or derivatives. His knowledge of the sectors is in my experience unparalleled, having a forensic knowledge of the industry. His expertise is invaluable in any commodities dispute and his manner in cross-examination is superb; reasoned, unflustered and precise. He is also a fantastic team player and pleasure to work with. I would never rely on anyone else.”

Barrister, International Arbitration and Commercial Litigation

“The expert reports produced were extremely detailed and provided the basis for us to conclude negotiations at substantially lower values than initially anticipated.”

Partner, Tier 1 Multinational Law Firm