International Arbitration
Europe Guide 2024 : France
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Gaillard Banifatemi Shelbaya Disputes boasts considerable strength across the full range of arbitration matters. The law firm represents corporates, governments and state-owned companies in both commercial and investment arbitrations. The team handles cases under all major arbitration rules as well as advising on set-aside and enforcement proceedings. The lawyers have expertise across the oil and gas, aviation and construction sectors.
Work Highlights
- Gaillard Banifatemi Shelbaya Disputes represented Huawei in a USD1 billion arbitration against the Kingdom of Sweden under the China-Sweden BIT.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"GBS are very methodical and great at analysing problems, looking at all details and working closely with their clients. When technical expertise is needed, GBS propose different options and arguments to help the client decide."
"GBS performs with exceptional diligence and commitment throughout every stage of the arbitral proceedings."
"The firm has a very dedicated and responsive team of heavyweight lawyers."
"GBS are very methodical and great at analysing problems, looking at all details and working closely with their clients. When technical expertise is needed, GBS propose different options and arguments to help the client decide."
"GBS performs with exceptional diligence and commitment throughout every stage of the arbitral proceedings."
"The firm has a very dedicated and responsive team of heavyweight lawyers."
Notable Practitioners
Yas Banifatemi offers admirable expertise in both commercial and investment arbitration cases. She often assists clients with mandates involving African and Middle Eastern jurisdictions. She also increasingly acts as arbitrator in ICC and ICSID proceedings.
"Yas is a heavyweight lawyer with a diverse background and experience."
"Yas is simply one of the most creative and lethal minds in the market. She is a game changer."
"Yas is very strong and solid, with experience on both sides, as an arbitrator and also as counsel. She has the insights on institutions, arbitrators and the process."
Benjamin Siino handles cases under the UNCITRAL and ICSID rules. He is active across the oil and gas and construction sectors.
"He is one of the smartest and most strategic lawyers I have ever come across."
Maude Lebois is active across the energy and construction sectors. She is highly sought after by oil and gas clients.
"Maude has very strong capabilities."
Mohamed Shelbaya joins the table this year. He is experienced in handling arbitrations under UNCITRAL rules. He is particularly active in cases involving Egypt.
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Gaillard Banifatemi Shelbaya Disputes
France