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Baker McKenzie

International Arbitration: Highly Regarded

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Baker McKenzie

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Baker McKenzie is known for its experienced practitioners with global knowledge and deep roots in their home jurisdictions. We draw on the wisdom gained from local and international training, as well as cultural understanding to successfully resolve our clients’ disputes. dispute We have the largest and most experienced, global arbitration team in the world, and have acted in twice as many hearings as any other firm, in every major arbitration center according to public statistics gathered by GAR. We are organized globally, not nationally, and guided by our core values: Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion, Innovation, and Service. Our global practice includes lawyers in more than 50 jurisdictions, who speak over 100 languages. We are known for our global platform, making our US practice unique and unmatched in our ability to handle high-stakes disputes, wherever they arise.

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International Arbitration: Highly Regarded - USA

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Baker McKenzie offers a global platform with a strong roster of US arbitration counsel, offering a wealth of expertise in handling international disputes on behalf of national governments and multinational corporations. It provides solid experience in construction, energy and corporate dispute, alongside additional expertise in the enforcement of arbitral awards.

Strengths

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  • Baker McKenzie delivers good client care, they are fully available and are sensitive to our concerns.

    International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondentGlobal
  • Baker McKenzie provided an extremely high level of professionalism, skill and dedication, along with excellent client relations and communication.

    International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondentGlobal
  • Their efficiency and responsiveness throughout the cases were exceptional. The team demonstrated a profound depth of knowledge on all matters.

    International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Up and ComingNicholas O. Kennedy
    Up and ComingNicholas O. Kennedy

    Nicholas O. Kennedy

    Dallas-based partner Nicholas Kennedy handles an array of commercial arbitrations under JAMS, AAA and LCIA rules.

    • Nicholas provides exceptional legal support with impressive knowledge and responsiveness. I truly appreciated his dedication and expertise throughout my cases.

      International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondentGlobal
    • I highly recommend Nicholas for his professionalism and dedication to achieving the best outcomes.

      International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at Baker McKenzie (1)

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    Nicholas O. Kennedy

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