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DLA Piper LLP

International Arbitration: Commercial Arbitration

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International Arbitration: Commercial Arbitration - UK-wide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
DLA Piper has an accomplished arbitration team and is regularly entrusted with complex multi-jurisdictional mandates. It is particularly adept at handling energy, natural resources and infrastructure-related disputes. The London team is supported by an extensive network of offices. The team handles disputes arising in Africa, Europe, Central and South-East Asia and the Middle East, including acting for clients in the energy, real estate and banking sectors. The firm is experienced in handling disputes arising from joint ventures and other commercial issues, and is well versed in LCIA, SIAC and ICC proceedings.
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Strengths

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  • DLA Piper communicates efficiently and smoothly.

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  • DLA Piper is very switched on to the client's needs and wants.

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  • DLA Piper has extensive arbitration experience and top analytical skills.

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  • They have the ability to get underneath the skin of the problem, find ways to mitigate it and come out with great arguments.

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  • The team has excellent client and case management skills, and can handle large, complex cases.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • James Carter
    James Carter

    James Carter

    James Carter is a skilled arbitration partner with considerable expertise in the oil and gas sector. He has established a strong profile in Africa, acting in high-value arbitrations such as those held under LCIA rules. His caseload also includes acting for sovereign states in various disputes.

    • He gives clients clear and practical advice, and you can see that in the way that clients trust him.

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    • James has deep analytical skills and top attentiveness.

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    • James is clear, precise, engaged and has excellent oral advocacy skills.

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