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For more than four decades, Debevoise has maintained one of the world’s foremost arbitration practices, representing clients in the most challenging, complex and highest-value disputes around the world.
We also take a leadership role in developing the practice of international arbitration, participating on the boards of leading arbitration institutions and acting as arbitrators in high stakes disputes.
Debevoise’s London office is a key limb of this global practice. Its senior arbitration experts include Lord Goldsmith QC, the former Attorney-General of the UK; and Tony Dymond, the former head of the Seoul office of a leading international law firm. The wider senior team includes David W. Rivkin, described as a “giant” in the field of international arbitration, partners Samantha J. Rowe and Patrick Taylor, and international counsel Aimee-Jane Lee.
Our London team advises clients on disputes arising in jurisdictions all around the world. As well as significant matters in North America and Europe, nearly 60% of the Group’s matters involved disputes in emerging market jurisdictions in Latin America, Africa or Asia.
Our practice is advocacy led, counting amongst its members some of the country’s foremost advocates. We take cases through every stage, from initial advice and strategy through to the various stages of arbitration and hearings.
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Debevoise represented Suomi Power Networks, Supernova and AMF, shareholders in Caruna, Finland's largest electricity distribution company, in an ICSID arbitration against The Republic of Finland under the Energy Charter Treaty.
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They are very responsive, collaborative and creative.
Debevoise demonstrate outstanding experience in international commercial disputes, client focus and risk appetite in pursuing complex claims in onerous jurisdictions.
They are very dedicated to the details of all causes, as well as being extremely organised and attentive.
They are incredibly responsive and good listeners.
They are very responsive, collaborative and creative.
Debevoise demonstrate outstanding experience in international commercial disputes, client focus and risk appetite in pursuing complex claims in onerous jurisdictions.
They are very dedicated to the details of all causes, as well as being extremely organised and attentive.
They are incredibly responsive and good listeners.
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Jefferey is extremely clear and sees any issues straight away.
Jeffrey has an excellent technical skill set.
Jeff is always available, delivers straightforward practical advice and is great at handling clients.
Jeffrey is an excellent operator with extensive experience, sensible judgement and measured advice.
Jeffrey provides excellent support.

Peter is a great asset to the team.
Peter is a true star in international arbitration. He completely masters the environment, and his skills in cross-examination are impressive.

Patrick Taylor is technically excellent, and his cerebral, smooth advocacy style delivers results for his clients.
Patrick provides strong advice and works cohesively with the Debevoise team to provide clear and consistent advice.
Patrick is very practical yet provides a wide variety of approaches and options.
Patrick is extremely engaged and committed to the case, with a broad view of the dossier.
Patrick is very clever and savvy.

Samantha is extremely engaged and committed to the case.
Samantha is always strategic and provides high-quality advice.
Samantha knows her area of law inside out, and we like to work with her. She is technically brilliant.

Conway Blake regularly advises and acts for clients in both investor-state and commercial disputes, as well as in challenges to arbitral awards.
Conway is an accomplished, brilliant young partner.
He is very strategic and achieves a good result for the clients.





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Aimee-Jane Lee
David W. Rivkin

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Samantha J. Rowe