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Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

International Arbitration: The Elite

Global Guide 2026 : USA

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Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

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International Arbitration: The Elite - USA

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is recognized for its significant expertise in representing sovereign states in arbitral disputes across a range of jurisdictions and a full array of arbitral rules, drawing upon an integrated global network of arbitration experts when advising on multijurisdictional disputes. Also acts on behalf of investors, and offers wider skills in commercial arbitration and related arbitral litigation matters. Handles disputes in a wide range of sectors, including oil and gas, telecommunications and banking.
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Work Highlights

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  • Cleary Gottlieb represented Pluspetrol Resources Corporation in a Spanish-language ICC arbitration against Pluspetrol Peru Norte.

Strengths

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  • There's a good group there and it has quality clients, cases and work.

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  • Cleary works very well; they have a great and available team.

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  • In addition to professionals with great experience, there is a wide spectrum of analyses which combines different areas of focus.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Ari D MacKinnon
    Ari D MacKinnon

    Ari D MacKinnon

    Ari MacKinnon centers his practice on commercial arbitrations arising from Latin America. He is also experienced in enforcement matters.

    • Ari is a professional who has extensive experience and technical knowledge, coupled with a broad commercial vision.

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    • Ari understands the political situations and geopolitics affecting the matters and the way the business is done in Latin America. It has been a great experience working with him.

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  • Jeffrey Rosenthal
    Jeffrey Rosenthal

    Jeffrey Rosenthal

    Jeffrey Rosenthal is an experienced litigator with particular strength in cross-border disputes. His practice includes serving as counsel in arbitration and handling the courtroom enforcement of awards.

    • Jeffrey Rosenthal is an extraordinary lawyer, I cannot praise him enough.

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    • Jeffrey is very passionate. He does an excellent job representing his clients, and is a vigorous and persuasive lawyer.

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