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Jones Day

International Arbitration

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Jones Day

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International Arbitration - France

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Jones Day provides international arbitration services to private clients from various sectors, including major oil and gas. The law firm boasts a multilingual team with experience undertaking commercial proceedings. The lawyers advise on cases relating to construction contracts and shareholders' agreements. Jones Day has notable expertise in cases on behalf of companies operating in the Middle East, Africa or Eastern Europe. The practice displays further ability in handling cases in the telecommunications sector.

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Strengths

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  • Jones Day has an excellent team.

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  • Jones Day fosters seamless collaboration between various international venues and practices, enabling it to provide integrated and consistent legal solutions internationally.

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  • Jones Day were particularly attentive to our expectations and were very efficient technically. Their strengths are their competence and adaptability.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Elie Kleiman
    Elie Kleiman

    Elie Kleiman

    Elie Kleiman regularly represents clients active in the energy and telecommunications sectors in ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL arbitrations.

    • Elie Kleiman combines practical experience, international recognition and academic commitment that make him a go-to figure for clients who need expert guidance.

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    • Elie Kleiman is an excellent arbitrator. He has very pragmatic skills, understands the business and asks the right questions. He has a very smart profile.

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  • Jean Pierre Harb
    Jean Pierre Harb

    Jean Pierre Harb

    Jean Pierre Harb handles both commercial and investment arbitrations and is noted for his expertise in cases involving Middle Eastern jurisdictions.

    • Jean Pierre Harb is a very strong lawyer.

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    • Jean Pierre Harb is excellent.

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  • Claire Pauly
    Claire Pauly

    Claire Pauly

    Claire Pauly frequently represents investors and oil and gas companies in international arbitrations under ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL rules. She has a particular focus on matters spanning the Middle East and North Africa, and acts for clients from the energy, retail and pharmaceutical sectors.

    • Claire Pauly is a highly competent and respected practitioner with a strong track record in complex disputes and a strong commitment to training and promoting arbitral practice.

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    • Claire Pauly speaks Italian, French and English. She is very experienced in big arbitration. I was very impressed by her work - how she handles complex issues and makes them simple.

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    • Claire Pauly has done a great job at managing everyone involved, including the project team and experts. We are in a very strong position because of that.

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    • Claire Pauly is adept at handling complex contracts and intricate economic issues.

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