International Arbitration: The Elite
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King & Spalding's premier arbitration practice demonstrates outstanding credentials in high stakes investment treaty and commercial arbitral matters. It offers an extensive nationwide platform bolstered by broad global capabilities, with considerable strengths in Latin American, East Asian and European matters. The firm's signature expertise in energy industry disputes is complemented by notable experience in other areas, such as construction and pharmaceuticals.
Work Highlights
- King & Spalding secured a victory for Reficar in its dispute with US contractor CB&I over the construction of the Cartagena oil refinery in Colombia. Reficar was awarded approximately $1.9 billion in damages.
Strengths
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"King & Spalding team is well schooled in the subject matter and has been able to handle all issues that have arisen in a professional and proficient manner."
"They provide a comprehensive view and 360 degree legal strategic analysis of complex legal issues."
"I was incredibly impressed by King & Spalding's ability to dive into highly complex technical matters and quickly gain a high level of expertise."
"Their levels of service and responsiveness are magnificent, they serve customers quickly and provide high legal quality attention."
"Their lawyers speak a variety of languages and can navigate complex treaties."
"King & Spalding team is well schooled in the subject matter and has been able to handle all issues that have arisen in a professional and proficient manner."
"They provide a comprehensive view and 360 degree legal strategic analysis of complex legal issues."
"I was incredibly impressed by King & Spalding's ability to dive into highly complex technical matters and quickly gain a high level of expertise."
"Their levels of service and responsiveness are magnificent, they serve customers quickly and provide high legal quality attention."
"Their lawyers speak a variety of languages and can navigate complex treaties."
Notable Practitioners
Doak Bishop is held in high esteem for his expert handling of commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. He is particularly regarded for his prowess in disputes concerning the construction, energy, and oil and gas sectors as both advocate and arbitrator.
"Doak is extremely experienced and he has fabulous reputation. He is really at the top of the field."
"He is preeminent."
"He's a class act and is a good arbitrator as well."
Edward Kehoe has notable expertise in high value commercial and investment treaty arbitrations concerning the energy sector, acting for an impressively high profile client base.
"Ed is a class act."
Samaa Haridi is regularly called upon to advise clients on complex investment treaty and commercial arbitrations.
"Samaa is a true partner to a general counsel in navigating issues."
"Samaa is someone I would pick any day to have as a co-counsel, she is elegant and thoughtful in her approach."
"She has a good demeanor and way of communicating information."
Henry Guy Burnett is particularly well regarded for his expertise in disputes involving Latin America. He is experienced in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
"Henry is a pleasure to work with. He has an endless knowledge and experience base, while caring about the case as much as we do."
"Henry is very knowledgeable in Latin American matters. He is well connected and understands regional dynamics."
"Henry is an excellent advocate and a skilled examiner. He is a smart and strategic lawyer."
Craig Miles has particular expertise in disputes concerning Latin America and is also adept at advising on matters involving the oil and mining sectors.
"Craig is responsive and cost conscious. He works on highly complex matters, providing a practical and pragmatic service."
"Craig has been helpful in constructing logical and sensible arbitration strategy."
Érica Franzetti is highlighted for her expertise in international arbitrations involving Latin America. Her practice includes both commercial and investor-state disputes.
"Erica is doing great work, she is a highly accomplished lawyer."
"She's doing extremely well in her Latin American practice."
New York-based partner Lauren Friedman has experience handling international investment and commercial arbitrations, with a particular focus in Latin America.
"She's done a great job in getting key decisions for us as a company."