De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek, Arbitration

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Arbitration - Netherlands

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek boasts a top arbitration practice that is experienced in handling disputes under a number of arbitral rules, including those of ICSID, NAI, ICC and UNCITRAL, as well as being particularly active in energy-sector arbitration. The team is regularly mandated as arbitration counsel to assist with proceedings related to investment arbitration, contractual disputes, pricing agreements and shareholder disputes. Additionally, the law firm offers notable expertise in the enforcement of arbitral awards and setting aside proceedings. Clients include multinational corporates, shareholders and governmental bodies.

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Work Highlights

De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek represented the Kingdom of Bahrain in setting aside proceedings related to an award granted to two Iranian banks following accusations of violating economic sanctions and anti-money laundering regulations.

Strengths

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We can see how responsive the team is and how much effort it puts into the service.

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The De Brauw team is very hardworking, very creative in its thoughtfulness and extremely dedicated to our matter.

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De Brauw is strategically insightful and pays thoughtful attention to detail. It has top-notch experts in the law who are practical in their approach, with deep knowledge and experience.

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With some extremely intelligent partners steering the effort, De Brauw has been able to handle the most complex cases very well.

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De Brauw's strengths are its multinational experience, adaptability during proceedings and hands-on approach.

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We can see how responsive the team is and how much effort it puts into the service.

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The De Brauw team is very hardworking, very creative in its thoughtfulness and extremely dedicated to our matter.

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De Brauw is strategically insightful and pays thoughtful attention to detail. It has top-notch experts in the law who are practical in their approach, with deep knowledge and experience.

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With some extremely intelligent partners steering the effort, De Brauw has been able to handle the most complex cases very well.

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De Brauw's strengths are its multinational experience, adaptability during proceedings and hands-on approach.

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Notable Practitioners

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Marnix Leijten

Band 1

Marnix Leijten is a leading arbitration lawyer who is regularly sought out by governments, public entities and energy companies to act on arbitration proceedings. His practice covers the enforcement of arbitral awards, contractual breaches and supply agreement disputes and he is well versed in multi-jurisdictional matters.

Marnix Leijten is outstanding and one of a kind.

Marnix Leijten is a transformational lawyer with incredible dedication to getting justice done.

He is one of the best in this field.

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Albert Marsman

Band 2

Albert Marsman is a highly regarded arbitration lawyer who has particular expertise in cross-border investment treaty and commercial arbitrations, as well as setting aside proceedings. He has the ability to advise clients on arbitration cases under a variety of rules, including NAI, UNCITRAL and SIAC.

He is hands-on, experienced and has very good presentation skills.

He is able to deal with all the unexpected developments very effectively.

Albert Marsman is extremely good at the law, with superb written and verbal communication skills. He is timely in his responses, as well as thoughtful and highly intelligent.

Albert Marsman is an amazing arbitration specialist. He is strategic and has great advocacy skills.

Albert Marsman is a smart man. We appreciate his creative approaches and how responsive he is.

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Martje de Vries Lentsch

Band 3

Martje de Vries Lentsch is noted for her commercial arbitration expertise, representing clients in cases governed by the ICC, ICSID and NAI Rules. She has significant experience in arbitral proceedings related to environmental damages and the energy sector.

Martje de Vries Lentsch is a very strong and determined lawyer. Your case is in excellent hands with her.

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Matthias Kuscher

Band 3

Matthias Kuscher is recognised for his experience in cross-border arbitration proceedings, notably in relation to contractual disputes and supply agreements. He is particularly trusted by clients from the energy sector.

My experience of working with Matthias Kuscher is unmatched by any other experience. His ability to connect the dots and appreciate the facts is unrivalled.

He is good with advocacy and the technical side of issues.

Matthias Kuscher is an outstanding advocate.

Matthias Kuscher is a very bright and creative lawyer who can navigate complex cases very well.

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