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Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

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Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

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International Arbitration: Counsel - USA - Nationwide

What the Team is Known For
Gibson Dunn & Crutcher demonstrates strength in handling disputes under wide-ranging major arbitral rules, including those of the ICC, ICSID and ICDR. Clients also benefit from the firm's hallmark pedigree in complex litigation, including significant expertise in enforcement and parallel litigation work.
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Work Highlights

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  • Gibson Dunn advised shareholders in Devas in a breach of contract dispute brought against Antrix, the Indian Government-owned commercial space agency, including appearing before the US Supreme Court to reinstate a $1.3 billion ICC award over FSIA claims.

Strengths

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  • The firm offers strategic thinking and outstanding experience in the area of international arbitration. They think strategically, tactically and outside the box with novel and smart approaches to difficult issues.

    International Arbitration: Counsel respondentUSA

  • Gibson Dunn is a very knowledgeable about how to manage complex international disputes involving sovereign parties.

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  • The team we worked with was extremely sophisticated on both substance and process.

    International Arbitration: Counsel respondentUSA

  • The team displayed exceptional expertise. They were incredibly thorough and detail-oriented in their approach and remained highly collaborative with me throughout the process, working seamlessly with us to ensure our claim was advocated effectively.

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  • They're business focused and a true, trusted counsel to our team. They're thoughtful and insightful, with broad knowledge across jurisdictions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Rahim Moloo
    Rahim Moloo

    Rahim Moloo

    Rahim Moloo is held in high regard for his expert handling of commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. His practice also includes enforcing arbitral awards in the courts.

    • Rahim is a trusted, sophisticated adviser who cares to add value for his client above all with superlative ethics, tireless work and insightful counsel

      International Arbitration: Counsel respondentUSA

    • He's outstanding both legally and commercially.

      International Arbitration: Counsel respondentUSA

    • Rahim distinguishes himself through his ability to combine technical legal expertise with a practical, commercially-focused approach. He has an exceptional understanding of our priorities and communicates advice in a clear, solution-oriented way, making him a trusted adviser who adds value beyond pure legal analysis.

      International Arbitration: Counsel respondentUSA

    • He's a statesman. He is very wise, has a lot of authority and brings huge experience.

      International Arbitration: Counsel respondentUSA

    • He is very practical, polished and is someone i feel comfortable putting in front of company leadership if the need arises.

      International Arbitration: Counsel respondentUSA
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  • Patrick Pearsall
    Patrick Pearsall

    Patrick Pearsall

    Patrick Pearsall is particularly noted for his expertise in treaty arbitrations, in which he draws on impressive experience as Chief of Investment Arbitration in the US State Department. He also takes on commercial arbitrations.

    • Patrick is a delight to deal with, he is incredibly knowledgeable and very responsive.

      International Arbitration: Counsel respondentUSA

    • He has a great feeling for diplomacy and international politics, with deep relationships with senior officials throughout the Americas, so he can offer strategic guidance in a holistic way. He adds particular value in a geopolitical sense.

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  • Charline O. Yim
    Charline O. Yim

    Charline O. Yim

    New York-based Charline Yim has notable experience handling investment treaty and commercial arbitrations, often under the auspices of the ICC and ICSID.

    • Charline is an excellent advocate, who is extremely responsive to client needs, has a sophisticated grasp of commercial issues and and is expert at balancing them against litigation strategies.

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  • Lindsey D Schmidt
    Lindsey D Schmidt

    Lindsey D Schmidt

    Lindsey Schmidt is experienced acting for signficant companies in both commercial and investor state disputes.

    • Lindsey Schmidt stands out for her sharp analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail, which ensure that all aspects of a matter are thoroughly considered and effectively managed.

      International Arbitration: Counsel respondentUSA

    • I was very, very impressed with her work. Her cross-examination was one of the best I've seen - it was very calm, but firm. She read the room, read the tribunal, and knew what to ask and what we didn't need to ask.

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    • She did a very nice job - she was always very prepared, very thorough and also she was collegial, which is important.

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