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We advise clients on arbitrations under a broad spectrum of civil and common laws. We are experienced in arbitrating under the rules of all major arbitration institutions, as well as having conducted numerous ad hoc arbitrations. Our genuine sector knowledge, commercial awareness and regional sensitivity are unrivalled. We advise clients and conduct arbitrations in a number of languages. Once you have an arbitral award, we can help you to enforce it around the world.

Our long standing experience of acting in investor-state and state-to-state arbitrations and in-depth knowledge of the nuances of these focused areas means we can help you to best meet your objectives. We provide advice on the best possible investment and treaty protection.

Conducting our own advocacy means our skilled advocates play a critical role in the strategy of the case from the outset. It also minimises the cost and time involved for our clients in instructing external counsel. Members of the arbitration group regularly sit as arbitrators and this valuable insight into the arbitral process from a different perspective helps us to identify winning strategies.

Whether you are a financial institution, a multinational corporation, a government or a state-owned entity, we combine in-depth legal and sector knowledge with a proven track record of successfully acting in complex disputes, working alongside local counsel where appropriate.

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International Arbitration: Commercial Arbitration - UK-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer has an accomplished team noted for conducting its own advocacy in ad hoc proceedings as well as those under institutional rules, including those of the ICC, LCIA and JCAA. The firm is well regarded for its representation of oil and gas majors, technology companies and financial institutions. It is active in disputes arising in Asia, Africa, Europe and the USA. The firm is highly respected for its work in both commercial and investor-state arbitrations, and is experienced in bringing cases under the Energy Charter Treaty and bilateral and multilateral investment treaties.

Work Highlights

  • Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer continued to represent the Republic of Italy in relation to two enforcement actions under the Energy Charter Treaty in the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Andrew Cannon
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Andrew Cannon
Head of International Arbitration
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Andrew Cannon fields significant expertise in investor-state disputes, which is bolstered by his public international law credentials. He regularly handles complex BIT claims on behalf of both commercial clients and state entities.

He is very receptive and accommodating.

He is personable, and he does not get stressed out over anything.

Andrew is a brilliant lawyer: clear-minded, hard-working and very reliable.

Andrew is an excellent advocate; he manages to be assertive without ever being aggressive.

Craig Tevendale
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Craig Tevendale
Head of International Arbitration
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Craig Tevendale is head of the firm's London international arbitration team. He is widely recognised for his expertise in Middle Eastern-related arbitrations and is highly sought after by major oil and gas clients.

Craig is direct, easy to deal with, listens and is customer-friendly. He's sharp and incisive.

Craig is a class act.

Chris Parker
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Chris Parker
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Chris Parker KC is recognised for his impressive, commercially oriented arbitration practice. He regularly represents clients in the energy, mining and life science sectors.

Chris is able to see the issues immediately and explain them to clients and tribunals.

Hannah Ambrose
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Hannah Ambrose
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Hannah Ambrose is a partner in Herbert Smith Freehills' international arbitration and public international law team. Hannah has particular expertise in commercial arbitration for a variety of clients, and is experienced in a wide range of rules.

She is very responsive and attentive to the details.

Hannah is very level-headed and personable ,which plays out in her ability to communicate effectively with clients.

She brings a comparative perspective in many jurisdictions.

Ranked Lawyers at
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UK-wide

International Arbitration

Andrew Cannon
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Andrew Cannon
Head of International Arbitration
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Band 3
Craig Tevendale
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Craig Tevendale
Head of International Arbitration
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Band 3
Chris Parker KC
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Chris Parker KC
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Band 5
Hannah Ambrose
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Hannah Ambrose
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Members

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Andrew Cannon

Andrew Cannon

Head of Department

Anuradha Agnihotri

Charlie Morgan

Christian Leathley

Craig Tevendale

Craig Tevendale

Head of Department

Hannah Ambrose

James Doe

Jeremy Garson

Louise Barber

Mike McClure KC

Raeesa Rawal

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Oil & Gas

Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare

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