International Arbitration
Europe Guide 2024 : France
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+33 1 40 555 100Chambers Review
Derains & Gharavi is a highly respected boutique dedicated exclusively to international arbitration and related litigation matters. The law firm balances its practice between investment and commercial operations, and acts in cases across the globe, from Europe and the Middle East to Asia and Africa. The team is especially active in the construction and oil and gas industries. The practice is praised for the numerous prominent arbitrators within its ranks.
Work Highlights
- Derains & Gharavi represented the Central Bank of Iran in a USD7 billion investor-state arbitration against the Republic of Korea.
Strengths
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"We are extremely happy with the work provided. The team finds very creative solutions and is really respected in the market."
"We are extremely happy with the work provided. The team finds very creative solutions and is really respected in the market."
Notable Practitioners
Hamid Gharavi remains a go-to for clients in major investment cases. His respected practice sees him regularly acting in cases with Middle Eastern aspects, both as counsel and as arbitrator.
"He is hugely experienced and a persuasive advocate."
Yves Derains maintains a leading reputation in the arbitration field and acts as chair and co-arbitrator in commercial and investment cases.
Melanie van Leeuwen acts as counsel and arbitrator and handles cases under a variety of arbitral rules, including those of ICSID and the ICC.
"Melanie is very well prepared. She knows all the details and understands the broader picture. She also asks sharp questions."
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Derains & Gharavi
France