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International Arbitration: Investor-State Arbitration - UK-wide

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Arnold & Porter has a distinguished team renowned for advising sovereign states in Europe, Latin America and Asia on investment arbitrations. The firm demonstrates notable experience handling disputes under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules. It is adept at advising on cases that cover a range of sectors, including mining, financial services and construction, among others.

Work Highlights

  • Arnold & Porter represented the Republic of Colombia in an ICSID arbitration regarding an order to suspend further work to expand the Cerrejón mining project.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Patricio Grané Labat
5
Patricio Grané Labat
5
Band 5

Patricio Grané Labat has a strong reputation for his work in the investor-state space. He is regularly instructed by clients based in Latin America.

He distinguishes himself through strategic thinking and practical solutions tailored to complex challenges.

He has an extraordinary ability to see details and the big picture at the same time.

Álvaro Nistal
6
Álvaro Nistal
6
Band 6

Álvaro Nistal is recognised for his investor-state arbitration practice. He has notable expertise advising sovereign states in Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa.

He consistently demonstrates meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of a case is carefully analysed and addressed.

He has a very sharp commercial mind.

David Reed
6
David Reed
6
Band 6
David Reed's practice involves advising both sovereign states and investors on a range of issues. He demonstrates strength in handling investor-state and commercial arbitration, with recent work involving disputes under ICSID and ICC rules.

He does what it takes to win.

David is a savvy strategist and excellent oral advocate, and he keeps the bigger picture in mind.

David is a high-class counsel capable of meeting any challenge and providing the best defence of the client.

David is extremely responsive to the client's needs and has very strong legal and sector knowledge.

Bart Wasiak
Bart Wasiak
Associates to watch

Bart Wasiak is a senior associate in Arnold & Porter's international arbitration team. He is noted for his representation of states in investment treaty arbitrations.

He is smart, very knowledgeable and always on top of the detail.

Bart is extremely diligent.

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International Arbitration

Patricio Grané Labat
5
Patricio Grané Labat
5
Band 5
Álvaro Nistal
6
Álvaro Nistal
6
Band 6
David Reed
6
David Reed
6
Band 6
Bart Wasiak
Bart Wasiak
Associates to watch