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Clifford Chance LLP

Public International Law

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Public International Law - UK-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance is a significant player in the London PIL market, with an impressive client roster of energy and natural resources companies, as well as international organisations. The firm undertakes high-value investor-state disputes, as well as advising on issues of state and diplomatic immunity. It demonstrates strong expertise in the areas of international sanctions regimes and human rights in business. It also advises on intergovernmental agreements, sovereignty issues and maritime jurisdictional disputes.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance continued to advise the UK Department for Business and Trade in relation to its negotiation of an enhanced UK-Korea Free Trade Agreement.

Strengths

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  • Clifford Chance stands out for its exceptional speed, discretion, and deep expertise in public international law, which are critical to our work in complex and often sensitive environments.

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  • They are experts in conducting research to assess difficult issues, identifying the key players in the situation and providing an international team.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jessica Gladstone
    Jessica Gladstone

    Jessica Gladstone

    Jessica Gladstone is an impressive PIL practitioner with experience handling matters pertaining to territorial sovereignty, state immunities and bilateral investment treaties. She has a strong government advisory practice and often handles human rights mandates at the ECtHR.

    • She is very experienced and has authority on the subject.

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    • She was quick to grasp the legal issues.

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    • Jessica is a standout international lawyer who brings great client handling skills together with formidable intellect and great experience.

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  • Rae Lindsay
    Rae Lindsay

    Rae Lindsay

    Rae Lindsay offers outstanding expertise across a wide range of PIL issues. She is skilled at handling mandates related to business and human rights, as well as demonstrating strength in state immunities and international sanctions, and often acts for leading clients in the financial services sector.

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