Nicholas Macmanus is an associate in the London office of Latham & Watkins.

Nicholas advises clients on a broad range of arbitration and commercial litigation matters.

Nicholas acts for States, individuals, and companies in international arbitration proceedings spanning a number of sectors, including energy, mining, and construction, and in high-profile disputes before the English Courts. Nicholas' work has included disputes across Europe, Asia, and Africa.  

Prior to qualifying into the Litigation & Trial Department, Nicholas spent two years training in the firm’s London and Hong Kong offices, gaining experience in the Leveraged Finance, Corporate (M&A / Private Equity), and Data Privacy & Cyber Practices. 

Nicholas’ experience includes advising: 

  • A high-net-worth individual in relation to allegations of bribery and corruption regarding investments made by a Middle Eastern State-owned entity 
  • An Asian State in ICSID arbitration proceedings brought by a precious metals and mining company
  • A Middle Eastern State on matters related to privileges and immunities of State officials
  • The central bank of a Middle Eastern State on matters relating to State immunity

Bar Qualification

  • England and Wales (Solicitor)

Practices