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Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

Arbitration (International)

Global Guide 2026 : Europe-wide


Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

Rankings

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Arbitration (International) - Europe-wide

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

The international law firm Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton frequently defends European and Middle Eastern states in sensitive ICC and ICSID arbitrations brought by private investors or by companies in the energy and financial services sectors. The firm is equally active in domestic court proceedings seeking either the enforcement or annulment of large-scale awards. It also represents international corporations in a range of commercial arbitrations regarding M&A transactions, telecommunications investments, and supply and construction agreements. With its notable team in Paris in conjunction with a wider network of offices across Italy and the USA, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is well placed to handle major global cases.

Work Highlights

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  • Cleary Gottlieb continued to represent Telecom Italia Finance and Telecom Italia in an ICC arbitration brought by parties in the Opportunity group of companies regarding Italia's investment in Brazil Telecom.

Strengths

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  • Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton's work was very much high level. They have offices abroad and a wealth of experience.

    Arbitration (International) respondentGlobal
  • Its distinguishing strengths are a very high level of legal expertise, including in international law, its understanding of clients' needs and ability to work together to identify solutions.

    Arbitration (International) respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Christopher P. Moore
    Band 5Christopher P. Moore

    Christopher P. Moore

    Christopher Moore has a strong practice acting in investor-state and commercial arbitrations. He has significant experience in BIT claims and matters under LCIA and ICC rules.

    • What sets him apart is his strategic mindset and ability to translate complex legal issues into practical, implementable solutions.

      Arbitration (International) respondentGlobal
  • Band 5Jean-Yves Garaud
    Band 5Jean-Yves Garaud

    Jean-Yves Garaud

    Jean-Yves Garaud is active in ICC and LCIA arbitrations, as well as handling post-award proceedings.

    • Jean-Yves Garaud is excellent. He combines international arbitration with arbitration related litigation on high value cases.

      Arbitration (International) respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP (2)

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