Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Bennett Jones LLP
We provide strategic arbitration counsel in Canada and internationally, helping clients resolve complex disputes efficiently, confidentially and with enforceable results worldwide.
As experienced advocates and advisors who know both the arbitration and litigation processes, we work with our clients to understand their business objectives and to develop an effective strategic plan to achieve the desired results. We have particular expertise in arbitrations in the following industries:
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Bennett Jones is home to an accomplished group of lawyers noted for their focus on arbitration proceedings. The team demonstrates considerable experience handling both domestic Canadian and international arbitrations arising in South America, Asia and Europe.
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Bennett Jones successfully represented Bankers Petroleum Albania in claims against the Albanian National Agency for Natural Resources, in a cost recovery, tax and fraud dispute arising out of a production sharing agreement.
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The depth of Bennett Jones's team is strong across the board. Their client service is top notch as well.
Bennett Jones has very skilled counsel at the senior, intermediate and junior levels. They work well together as a team.
Bennett Jones has very knowledgeable and intelligent lawyers.
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Martin Valasek is renowned for his handling of major international disputes, with significant experience overseeing arbitration matters on behalf of companies in the natural resources, energy and manufacturing industries. He represents such clients in proceedings conducted under ad hoc, ICC, LCIA and ICSID rules.
Martin Valasek is exceptional.
Vasilis Pappas co-heads the international arbitration practice group at Bennett Jones, dividing his time between Vancouver and Calgary. He is widely esteemed for his skilled handling of disputes arising from the natural resources and energy industries.
Vasilis has excellent judgement, is self confident and fearless.
Vasilis Pappas is a very skilled counsel. He's capable of dealing with complex issues and handling large volumes of documents.
David Wahl is held in particularly high esteem for his expertise in construction claims, acting on both domestic disputes and international treaty and commercial arbitration matters.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
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