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Latham & Watkins LLP

International Arbitration: Commercial Arbitration

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Latham & Watkins LLP

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International Arbitration: Commercial Arbitration - UK-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Latham & Watkins demonstrates extensive experience in disputes with European and Middle Eastern elements. The team is sought after by high-profile clients, including financial institutions, energy companies and telecoms providers. It is also noted for its expertise in arbitral award enforcement matters and for its work in investor-state disputes. The firm is experienced in handling disputes in a range of industries including technology, energy and infrastructure, construction, and mining and minerals. The team represents both governments and commercial entities in arbitrations governed by investment treaties and brought under the Energy Charter Treaty.
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Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins represented the Republic of Croatia in an investment arbitration brought by Aaron Frenkel concerning disputes regarding golf resort and real estate developments. The case was successfully defended.

Strengths

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  • Latham & Watkins's international arbitration team are incredibly adept at the commercial issues.

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  • They were on top of the entire case, providing timely and accurate responses to all the client needs.

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  • They stand out due to their deep expertise in investment arbitration, strategic and commercially driven approach, and strong track record in handling complex disputes.

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  • They have a very bright bench and command a lot of confidence with barristers but also clients.

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  • Latham & Watkins has a robust and well-trained team.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Charles Claypoole
    Charles Claypoole

    Charles Claypoole

    Charles Claypoole undertakes extensive work in investor-state arbitration, playing a leading role in handling BIT and ECT claims. His practice often involves cases with complex and novel issues of foreign law.

    • I have been extremely impressed with Charles' expertise, professionalism, and strategic thinking.

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    • He is so thorough, understands the sector inside out and is a real extension of our team.

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    • Charles is a strong strategist and can tell what is key in a case.

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    • Charles is an experienced leader, big thinker, big picture oriented lawyer. He has very sound instincts on the right points to take on the case.

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  • Philip A Clifford
    Philip A Clifford

    Philip A Clifford

    Philip Clifford KC brings significant cross-border expertise to his arbitration practice, with recent experience acting in disputes seated across Hong Kong, France and London. He is particularly adept at representing clients in the oil and gas and construction sectors.

    • Philip brings legal expertise to his cases while keeping the client's commercial focus at the front of case strategy.

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  • Thomas Lane
    Thomas Lane

    Thomas Lane

    Thomas Lane is an associate in Latham & Watkins' international arbitration practice. He has expertise in both international commercial and investor-state arbitrations, having acted for clients in the energy and construction space.

    • Thomas is dedicated, insightful and very precise.

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    • Tom is a powerhouse and s brilliant to work with.

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    • He is very robust and comprehensive.

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