Arbitration (International)
Global Guide 2024 : Europe-wide
Band 4
Contact number
+1 212 903 9000Chambers Review
Linklaters has an established presence in the European arbitration market and benefits from the presence of well-regarded individual lawyers spread across multiple jurisdictions. The firm's teams in France, Germany, the UK and the Netherlands receive praise for their handling of significant arbitration procedures and related set-aside or enforcement proceedings. Linklaters represents clients in cases under various rules, including those of the ICC, the LCIA, UNCITRAL as well as NAI and CEPANI, across seats in Europe. In addition to its strength in commercial arbitration, the firm is experienced in sensitive investment treaty claims against European and African governments. Linklaters acts on behalf of clients in the energy, mining and financial sectors.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"There was no weakness in any member of the team from partner level to junior associate. Their ability to very swiftly get into the detail of the case both legal and technical was excellent."
“They are quick to grasp the commercial concepts and on top of that are very aware of the commercial realities.”
“Linklaters has a highly skilled team who are very attentive and have broad knowledge, experience and understanding.”
“A very strong team across junior and senior levels. They are able to bring in relevant subject experts as needed.”
“They are excellent at dealing with complex and sophisticated matters.”
"There was no weakness in any member of the team from partner level to junior associate. Their ability to very swiftly get into the detail of the case both legal and technical was excellent."
“They are quick to grasp the commercial concepts and on top of that are very aware of the commercial realities.”
“Linklaters has a highly skilled team who are very attentive and have broad knowledge, experience and understanding.”
“A very strong team across junior and senior levels. They are able to bring in relevant subject experts as needed.”
“They are excellent at dealing with complex and sophisticated matters.”
Notable Practitioners
As the global chair of Linklaters' international arbitration group, Matthew Weiniger KC is well placed to handle a broad range of cases under ICC, LCIA and UNCITRAL rules. His client roster includes prominent players from the energy, construction and mining sectors.
“Matthew is a very strong, client-oriented advocate.”
“Matthew is seasoned and strategic. He manages high-value, high-risk disputes involving cross-border issues. He is a stellar arbitration lawyer.”
“He is outstanding. He is excellent strategically and is great to work with.”
Paris-based Roland Ziadé is frequently sought by prominent clients from the pharmaceutical, banking and retail sectors for his prowess in handling cases under LCIA and ICC rules as well as enforcement proceedings.
"Roland is very knowledgeable and also excellent at managing cases."
Ranked Lawyers at
Linklaters
Europe-wide