International Arbitration: Investor-State Arbitration

Fieldfisher has a highly regarded practice which receives accolades for its international experience. It is renowned for advising on proceedings under ICC, UNCITRAL and LCIA rules. The firm boasts significant experience of handling disputes originating from Eastern Europe. Its clients stem from a range of sectors including financial services and oil and gas. The team has further experience representing sovereign states in disputes.

“They are capable of effectively managing high-value, fast-moving work.”

“Fieldfisher strive to provide quality work and outstanding service in every aspect of the project.”

“The Fieldfisher team has a great team of specialists who could handle cases of any complexity.”

"It's a truly outstanding team from the partners to the associates."

"The firm has experienced, pragmatic and responsive lawyers with great business acumen."

Fieldfisher continued to act for Gilward Investments BV in a BIT claim against Ukraine. The claim relates to an investment made in a Ukrainian airline.

Simon Sloane regularly acts on substantial commercial and investor-state arbitration. He has notable strength in handling disputes under SCC and ICSID rules. “Simon Sloane has a great strategic sense, in-depth industrial knowledge and a stellar, solution-oriented approach. He also has outstanding negotiation skills and a good client manner.” “Simon is very tenacious." “He has a wide range of experience across numerous industries.”

Tracey Wright handles a host of disputes on behalf of clients in the banking and energy sectors. She comes recommended for her expertise across both commercial and investor-state arbitration. “Tracey is efficient, effective and very considerate of those around her." “She is always able to see the strengths of the case before bearing down on it.” “Tracey has on outstanding commercial outlook.”