Global Guide 2026 : France
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A&O Shearman's international arbitration group in Paris has particular expertise in investment treaty arbitration matters. Its team focuses on Africa and its lawyers specialise in acting for clients from the energy, infrastructure and natural resources sectors.
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A&O Shearman represented the Kingdom of Morocco in an investment treaty claim brought by Corral Morocco Holdings.
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A&O Shearman were very impressive. It was a very complex dispute. They were very good at the submission and had good arguments. The team is excellent.
A&O Shearman is a first-rate law firm in commercial and investment arbitration in France.
A&O Shearman has a deep bench, strong knowledge, a diverse team and international outreach.
We felt that A&O Shearman cared about the case and our position. They took the effort to understand our context and our system, thereby being able to advocate our position accurately.
The timing of their responses is really A&O Shearman's strength. The lawyers are clear, straight to the point in emails, and provide great responsiveness.
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Marie Stoyanov specialises in assisting investors with claims under the Energy Charter Treaty. She also handles investment arbitration on behalf of states.
Marie Stoyanov is very articulate, focused and impressive. She is a certainly a lawyer I would recommend. She is also well organised, clear and convincing in the way she structures her arguments.
Marie Stoyanov is a first-rate advocate who is very good and conducts her cases very well.
Marie Stoyanov has truly had a stellar career. She is skilled, insightful and someone I expect clients are very happy to have in their corner.
Jennifer Younan is experienced in handling a wide range of arbitration mandates, including SCC, LCIA and ICSID proceedings.
Jennifer Younan is very insightful and fierce when needed. She has a real strength to her. She makes things very digestible. She gives very well thought-out responses and step-by-step advice.
Jennifer Younan is a brilliant arbitration practitioner. She is very thoughtful, patient and client-oriented.
Jennifer Younan has no weaknesses. What I really like about her is that she's reassuring. It makes you feel like you're in safe hands. She's very competent on the matters.
International Arbitration
International Arbitration
France 2026
Practice area: International Arbitration
Location: France
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