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King & Spalding LLP

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration: The Elite

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Singapore


King & Spalding LLP

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration: The Elite - Singapore

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

King & Spalding's Singapore office has a premier group of arbitration specialists with global reach and a reputation for acting on the highest-profile investor-state disputes. The firm is prominent in arbitration before SIAC but can also act in arbitration venues in other jurisdictions, such as The Hague. The department is involved in oil and gas and natural resources matters, alongside shareholder, joint venture and construction cases, with particular areas of activity including disputes about decommissioning costs and LNG sale and purchase agreements. The team's client base features a number of leading US, European and Asian multinationals, and the firm demonstrates regular involvement in cases connected to the Philippines, Thailand, South Korea, Indonesia and Australia, among others.

Work Highlights

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  • King & Spalding represented Prime Energy Resources Development in an ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Philippines under the Philippines - Netherlands BIT in a dispute relating to the allocation of petroleum revenues earned by Shell under a petroleum services contract with the State.

Strengths

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  • We turn to them where the matter is high-value and complex.

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  • It is a very experienced, skilled and dedicated team.

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  • Their advice is always clear, practical and consistent.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Nils Eliasson
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    Nils Eliasson

    Nils Eliasson is held in high esteem for his veteran experience in investment treaty arbitrations, construction and project development disputes and commercial disputes for both domestic and international corporates.

    • Nils' advice is always practical and persuasive. We trust him and value his advice.

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    • Nils is very comprehensive in his analysis. He is easy to work with.

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    • He is a highly skilled, detail-oriented and serious litigator.

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  • Band 6Anisha Sud
    Band 6Anisha Sud

    Anisha Sud

    Anisha Sud is an emerging name in the Singapore arbitration scene, with experience representing clients in complex investor-state disputes.

    • Anisha’s skills in handling complex issues and providing advice in a timely manner inspires confidence.

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