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A&O Shearman

Dispute Resolution

Global Guide 2026 : Global: Multi-Jurisdictional


A&O Shearman

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Dispute Resolution - Global: Multi-Jurisdictional

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is an exceptional magic circle firm with an extensive global presence in key jurisdictions worldwide, and it houses leading disputes teams across Europe and Asia. The law firm offers:

• An excellent track record in financial regulatory investigations, multinational antitrust disputes, corporate litigation and commercial issues.

• Experience representing established international banks and European financial institutions.

• A highly regarded Africa practice, which regularly handles white-collar criminal investigations and regulatory enforcement issues, as well as a broad range of commercial litigation and arbitration.

• Notable expertise in the construction, energy and natural resources sectors.

Key contact

Calum Burnett in London and Richard Schwed in New York co-chair the firm's litigation and investigations team. Adam Hakki is also a key contact and the firm's co-chair of the executive committee and board, and US chair.

Strengths

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  • A&O Shearman provides a pragmatic outlook and good, practical advice.

    Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
  • A&O Shearman is a fantastic firm, really great to work with. It is a firm that fights your corner and has talent from top to bottom.

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