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Public International Law - UK-wide

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What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman has a strong track record in representing sovereign states and corporates in high-value investment treaty disputes. It has considerable experience carrying out its own advocacy before courts and tribunals. The firm is also adept at handling a number of other PIL matters, such as ECT claims, WTO cases, sovereign immunity concerns, and international treaty drafting and negotiation. The team also advises on international human rights issues.

Work Highlights

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  • A&O represented the Republic of Djibouti in advisory proceedings with the ITLOS concerning the obligations of states regarding climate change.

Strengths

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A&O are very strong technically and very easy to work with.

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A&O's team possesses a robust capability to adeptly handle a wide array of legal matters with precision and proficiency. They are dedicated to providing exceptional client service.

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The partners are very knowledgeable about treaties, ICSID and international law. They are very responsive and answer questions and concerns quickly and professionally.

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Notable Practitioners

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David Herlihy
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David Herlihy
3
Band 3

David Herlihy has tremendous experience in investor-state arbitrations as well as broader PIL matters. He regularly acts on behalf of both companies and sovereign states in big-ticket disputes brought under BITs, as well as providing advice on issues concerning international human rights law.

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Matthew Hodgson
3
Matthew Hodgson
3
Band 3

Matthew Hodgson advises clients on complex international treaty arbitrations and PIL disputes. He has notable experience appearing before ICSID, representing both sovereign states and private global corporations. He was previously stationed in A&O's Hong Kong office, giving him in-depth knowledge of and exposure to APAC-specific matters.

Matthew's strategic acumen and profound expertise played a crucial role in steering our endeavours towards success.

Matthew is well versed in international law and treaties.

Matthew has demonstrated very impressive case performance capabilities, including deep knowledge.

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Guled Yusuf
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Guled Yusuf
U
Up and Coming

Guled Yusuf has developed a strong practice which spans investor-state disputes and a broad range of PIL matters, including trade law and border delimitation issues.

Guled is a leading practitioner and a delight. We found him to be exceptional technically and commercially.

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David Herlihy SC
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David Herlihy SC
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Band 3
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Matthew Hodgson
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Matthew Hodgson
3
Band 3
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Guled Yusuf
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Guled Yusuf
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Up and Coming
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