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What the Team is Known For

HSF Kramer has a well-respected disputes group which is well placed to advise on complex and high profile investment treaty and international commercial arbitrations under a broad array of institutional rules. It acts for an impressive roster of corporations and sovereign states and brings to bear extensive expertise in Latin America, as well as notable strength in matters concerning Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. The group is experienced in disputes spanning a broad range of sectors, including energy, hospitality, telecommunications, finance and mining.

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP and Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP combined on 1st June to form HSF Kramer.

Work Highlights

  • The firm represented the Republic of Tunisia in an ICSID arbitration brought by an investor. The dispute focused on allegations of expropriation of its interest in a Tunisian bank.

Strengths

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The dedication to meticulous preparation and the ability to navigate intricate legal issues has truly set the firm apart.

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The firm went above and beyond. Its team is exceptional.

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They are brilliant technical lawyers, great at the senior and junior level. They are proactive and always on top of the file.

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The firm is an excellent firm that appears in complex international arbitrations. They handle matters commercially, efficiently and tailor their service to the client's needs.

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Notable Practitioners

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Christian Leathley
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Christian Leathley
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Band 2
Christian Leathley is experienced in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations, with notable experience in Latin America-related matters.

I think highly of Christian. He presents well and is a smart guy.

Christian Leathley's advocacy skills are first rate.

Christian is extremely smart.

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Amal Bouchenaki
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Amal Bouchenaki
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Band 4
Amal Bouchenaki has expertise in commercial and investment treaty arbitration and is particularly noted for her adept handling of matters related to Africa and Latin America.

Amal has a unique skill set; she is able to bring the team together and bring everything into alignment. She is an incredibly smart lawyer.

Amal has an excellent ability to handle cross-cultural experts and clients. She is able to synthesize complex advice to be easily accessible.

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Amal Bouchenaki
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Amal Bouchenaki
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Foreign expert for France
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Christian Leathley
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Christian Leathley
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Amal Bouchenaki
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Amal Bouchenaki
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