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A&O Shearman

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

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A&O Shearman

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What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman's Singapore office provides well-regarded international arbitration counsel supported by an excellent regional network that helps it handle matters before courts in Singapore, Hong Kong and India. The team leads a range of commercial arbitrations and additionally supports the firm's Hong Kong office in major investment treaty and energy cases. The office is active across South and South-East Asia, especially in cases connected with India, Vietnam and Thailand.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised the Republic of Korea as the lead international counsel in an investment treaty dispute against a Chinese businessman who was imprisoned in Korea after being convicted of bribery, embezzlement and fraud.

Strengths

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  • The firm has a team of sharp lawyers who are capable of keeping pace with demanding timelines and addressing client concerns and inquiries within a very reasonable timeframe.

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  • They're quite strategic. They think ahead of what the other side's next steps could be and how to prepare for that.

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  • Each team member is highly experienced and effective in their roles. They fully dedicated themselves to their client and is willing to be available late nights and weekends to accommodate time zones.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Sheila Ahuja
    Sheila Ahuja

    Sheila Ahuja

    Sheila Ahuja has been involved in SIAC, UNCITRAL and ICC arbitrations for companies from a range of backgrounds, including private equity, energy, construction and manufacturing.

    • Sheila is an outstanding advocate, with tremendous persuasive skills.

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    • Her strong strategic thinking, combined with the ability to grasp intricate details of the case, witnesses, and a deep understanding of the client, makes her a key asset in our matter.

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    • Sheila is sharp and her advice is always thoughtful, practical, precise and sharp. She would be my go-to for any dispute.

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  • Emmanuel Jacomy
    Emmanuel Jacomy

    Emmanuel Jacomy

    Emmanuel Jacomy is the co-head of the APAC international arbitration team and specialises in international commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. He has experience working under ICSID, ICC and LCIA rules, among numerous others.

    • His sense of dealing with issues on a prompt basis and his deep knowledge are both extremely impressive.

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    • Emmanuel is experienced and competent. He is a fast-thinking and intelligent lawyer and arbitrator.

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    • Emmanuel is an excellent lawyer, with a brilliant knowledge of the law and great advocacy skills.

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