Ian is a probationary tenant at Hailsham, having previously worked as part of the commercial disputes and class action team at a leading London law firm.
His practice spans all aspects of commercial litigation and international arbitration. Ian is recommended in the Legal 500 as a “Key Lawyer” in Commercial Litigation, Group Litigation, and Civil Fraud. He is also a member of the LCIA, ICC, and CiARB, and additionally has rights of audience in the AIFC Court.
The Legal 500 writes, “Ian Chai - an enquiring mind, diligent, to the point, and effective” and “Ian Chai is excellent. He is a very effective litigator who is user-friendly, knowledgeable, and has a unique ability to cut through extremely complex and high-value matters to try and get the best result for the client.”
Classical Civilisation at Warwick University, LLM at City University.
"Ian Chai is excellent. He is a very effective litigator who is user-friendly, knowledgeable, and has a unique ability to cut through extremely complex and high-value matters to try and get the best result for the client.” Legal 500, 2025
"Ian Chai is responsive, collaborative and always looking to help the counsel and litigation team reach the best strategic outcome possible in the time available. He is a credit to his firm and a pleasure to work with." Legal 500, 2025
“Ian Chai - an enquiring mind, diligent, to the point, and effective” Legal 500, 2024
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