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Clifford Chance LLP

Arbitration (International)

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Arbitration (International) - Europe-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance houses an established London practice that advises on ICSID, ICC and UNCITRAL arbitrations brought by prominent global financial institutions and corporate clients. The firm enjoys a strong standing in large-scale construction and energy disputes, including BIT and ECT claims brought against Central European states. The Paris practice is best known for its handling of sensitive ICC arbitrations. With further teams across Germany, Poland and Italy, the firm provides a comprehensive offering across Europe.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance represented the French Republic in an ad hoc arbitration launched by a Spanish company relating to the termination of a concession for the construction and operation of a high-speed rail link through the Pyrenees, that would link Perpignan in France and Figueres in Spain.

Strengths

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  • The Clifford Chance team has an inclusive and deep bench of strong performers from junior to senior level.

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  • The firm has experienced lawyers who are exceptionally insightful and able to take a very pragmatic view on issues. They are also extremely responsive, even when working across different time zones.

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  • It's a pleasure working with Clifford Chance. The team do their best to make our lives as easy as possible, which we very much appreciate.

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  • Clifford Chance is able to discuss and share clear objectives with its client, anticipate issues, programme the work and react in timely fashion to short deadlines and bring home the result.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jason Fry
    Jason Fry

    Jason Fry

    Paris-based Jason Fry KC is sought after by European and international corporates for his strength in complex commercial arbitration proceedings. He is particularly respected in the French market.

    • Jason Fry is very reactive, available and reliable. His strategic thinking is great. Having someone UK-trained based in Paris with knowledge of international arbitration is a true asset for the firm.

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  • Simon Greenberg
    Simon Greenberg

    Simon Greenberg

    Simon Greenberg boasts a mixed commercial and investor state arbitration practice. He is based in Paris and also represents clients in arbitral award proceedings in front of French courts.

    • I really appreciate the great advice and the vision Simon Greenberg has. He is someone we really trust to provide advice. He is a great asset.

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