Arbitration (International)

Herbert Smith Freehills has standout arbitration capability coupled with an unrivalled breadth of regional coverage, including experience in handling matters involving Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam, attracting custom from both blue-chip private sector players and governments. The firm is especially noted for its handling of investment treaty, energy and resources, and construction disputes. The team offers niche strengths in public international law and human rights issues, and is increasingly active in arbitrations involving allegations of fraud. It is further distinguished by its commitment to conducting its own advocacy.

"The arbitration involved fairly complex technical issues, and Herbert Smith Freehill's team handled those aspects of the case superbly."

"The Herbert Smith Freehills team is quick and provides prompt responses whenever requested by our company. The case was very complex but they won it finally."

Herbert Smith Freehills acted for Sinopec International Petroleum Exploration and Production and Addax Petroleum on a USD5.5 billion SIAC arbitration arising out of the acquisition of a 49% stake in a UK North Sea joint venture.

Simon Chapman KC, based in Hong Kong, is the firm's regional head of Asia disputes. Alastair Henderson heads the firm's arbitration practice in South-East Asia.