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Public International Law - UK-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Debevoise & Plimpton has a strong international team covering a range of PIL issues including investment treaty claims, maritime law, sanctions and international human rights matters. The team is experienced acting for NGOs, governments, companies, prominent individuals and charities. Often conducts advocacy before domestic and foreign courts as well as international arbitral tribunal, and also prepares submissions to the UN and the ECtHR. The firm regularly acts in Energy Charter Treaty and ad hoc arbitrations, as well as those brought under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.

Work Highlights

  • Debevoise & Plimpton continued to advise the Republic of Azerbaijan in its claims against the Republic of Armenia for breaches of the Energy Charter Treaty in connection with Armenia’s misuse of Azerbaijan’s energy resources.

Strengths

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We greatly appreciate their in depth research of topics and creative approach to addressing complex questions.

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Debevoise & Plimpton sets itself apart as a law firm through its deep commitment to social justice, high-quality legal expertise and strategic approach to impactful legal work.

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The Debevoise team has continuously demonstrated exceptional legal expertise as well as professionalism, innovative thinking and a commitment to client service.

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They are rigorous, practical and incredibly hard working.

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Notable Practitioners

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Peter Goldsmith
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Peter Goldsmith
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Peter Goldsmith KC is an esteemed practitioner with exceptional credentials in investor-state arbitration and PIL. He is sought out by multinational corporations, sovereign states and non-profit organisations to advise on complex matters of international law related to human rights, sanctions and state responsibilities in jurisdictions around the world.

Lord Goldsmith's ability to analyse complex legal situations and find strong and effective legal solutions is remarkable.

Peter Goldsmith has unparalleled experience; understands the dynamics of Courts and Tribunals and how arguments will land.

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Conway Blake
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Conway Blake
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Conway Blake is lauded by market commentators for his flourishing practice in the field of PIL. He advises both sovereign states and private clients in market-leading proceedings. His areas of expertise include international environmental law and human rights law.

He is very clear, structured and pragmatic.

I was struck by his exceptional legal knowledge, attention to detail, and ability to think outside the box.

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Jeffrey Sullivan
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Jeffrey Sullivan
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Jeffrey Sullivan KC has a strong profile in the international arbitration field, regularly acting for investors in ICSID proceedings and disputes under the ECT. His practice also focuses on the intersection between EU law and investment treaty rights.
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Samantha Rowe
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Samantha Rowe
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Samantha Rowe is an accomplished PIL lawyer. She is well versed in advising clients before a range of courts on issues such as human rights and sovereign affairs.

She is a massive team player.

Samantha has combined legal rigour with an understanding of the local context and issues.

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Peter Goldsmith KC
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Peter Goldsmith KC
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Conway Blake
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Conway Blake
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Jeffrey Sullivan KC
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Jeffrey Sullivan KC
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Samantha Rowe
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Samantha Rowe
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