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DLA Piper represented AVZ Minerals in an $8+ billion ICSID arbitration against the Democratic Republic of Congo, as well as in a series of related ICC arbitrations concerning the Manono Lithium and Tin project.
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DLA has demonstrated a solid understanding of our industry and commercial needs, going beyond purely legal advice to provide strategic guidance aligned with our business objectives. The team is able to contextualize legal risks within the broader commercial framework, which adds significant value in high stakes arbitration.
They have a tremendous knowledge of our business and our clients. They understand our challenges, help partner with me and other members of the legal team in-house, as well as our clients, to drive solutions that work for the company. They're constantly listening and learning and grasping to understand the dynamic business challenges.
We get global reach with local precision. The team benefits from a broad international presence in key arbitration hubs, combined with in-depth expertise under the major institutional rules. This provides exceptional capability in managing complex cross-border disputes across multiple jurisdictions.
DLA's Arbitration Team has strong experience handling investor state disputes. The team is well-versed in our region, with a good sense of business and cultural sensitivities in working with clients on the ground.
The team at DLA is always on top of the matters, very proactive, responsive and knowledgeable.
DLA has demonstrated a solid understanding of our industry and commercial needs, going beyond purely legal advice to provide strategic guidance aligned with our business objectives. The team is able to contextualize legal risks within the broader commercial framework, which adds significant value in high stakes arbitration.
They have a tremendous knowledge of our business and our clients. They understand our challenges, help partner with me and other members of the legal team in-house, as well as our clients, to drive solutions that work for the company. They're constantly listening and learning and grasping to understand the dynamic business challenges.
We get global reach with local precision. The team benefits from a broad international presence in key arbitration hubs, combined with in-depth expertise under the major institutional rules. This provides exceptional capability in managing complex cross-border disputes across multiple jurisdictions.
DLA's Arbitration Team has strong experience handling investor state disputes. The team is well-versed in our region, with a good sense of business and cultural sensitivities in working with clients on the ground.
The team at DLA is always on top of the matters, very proactive, responsive and knowledgeable.
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Charlene Sun is noted for her expert handling of arbitral enforcement litigation.
Charlene is top of her field in judgment enforcement and asset recovery. She is one of the few practitioners who really understands that space and can navigate it effectively.

James Berger regularly represents a range of commercial clients in high stakes enforcement proceedings.
James did excellent work, all in a timely manner and on point. The knowledge of the situation and the matters at hand, combined with an understanding of the delicate balance between the parties and his absolute focus, makes James totally unique.
James stood out for clarity in explaining complex points and strong advocacy skills. He was exceptional in terms of responsiveness and ability to anticipate our needs.
James Berger is the type of lawyer that you want on your side when things get complicated and the type of lawyer that you'd rather avoid being on the other side. He is very sharp, pragmatic, responsive, communicative and fun to work with.

She's a guiding light in the North American international arbitration space. She has a proper international attitude and world view.
Kate is a pleasure to work with, and has a tactful understanding of the matter and the roles involved.

Michael Ostrove is an experienced practitioner who regularly represents investors and European states in complex investor state arbitrations under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.
He's an excellent senior partner - who is reliable, responsible and consistently cooperative. He's a pleasure to work with and willing to go the extra mile where necessary.
He's super experienced and a serious intellectual and arbitration lawyer.

She very astutely managed the client and other several voices involved and made several strong and practical arguments in pleadings, which helped shape a very effective response and ultimately resulted in a cost-efficient proceeding and a favorable outcome.

Elena Rizzo is an associate based in DLA Piper's New York office. She regularly represents both corporates and sovereign entities in arbitral proceedings.
I enjoy working with Elena. She's accessible and responsive to requests. She appreciates client needs and minimizes rework.
Elena is an excellent lawyer. She knows the matter in detail, is very responsive and highly knowledgeable.





