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Linklaters

International Arbitration: Commercial Arbitration

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International Arbitration: Commercial Arbitration - UK-wide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Linklaters represents sovereign states and multinational corporations in commercial and investment treaty international arbitration. The firm's areas of expertise include matters in the energy, telecommunications and banking industries. It is noted for its impressive in-house advocacy capabilities. The team regularly acts on disputes conducted under the auspices of institutions such as the ICC, the LCIA and HKIAC, and it also offers expertise in BIT claims and disputes brought under the Energy Charter Treaty.

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Strengths

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  • They are proactive in handling cases.

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  • Linklaters are fantastic subject matter experts and are incredibly responsive.

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  • Linklaters have strong teams with expansive knowledge and experience, which means they are able to quickly absorb changing facts and circumstances.

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  • Linklaters' advice was both practical and reflective of its expertise in the area.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Matthew Weiniger
    Matthew Weiniger

    Matthew Weiniger

    Matthew Weiniger KC is the global chair of the firm's international arbitration practice. He has an acclaimed arbitration practice with impressive multi-jurisdictional expertise, acting for clients across Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. He is well versed in high-value commercial and investor-state claims, with expertise across the banking, energy and gaming sectors.

    • He is extremely strategic in his approach.

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  • Matthew Hodgson
    Matthew Hodgson

    Matthew Hodgson

    Matthew Hodgson has wide-ranging experience in investment treaty arbitrations. He regularly represents both states and claimants in proceedings under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules. He has particular expertise in handling disputes stemming from joint ventures and energy projects.
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  • Ben Carroll
    Ben Carroll

    Ben Carroll

    Ben Carroll specialises in international commercial arbitration, with a particular focus on energy and commodities-related disputes. He has experience in a wide range of commercial disputes, including joint ventures, long-term supply agreements and construction projects.

    • Ben is a truly exceptional adviser to our business.

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    • Ben is very strategic and understands the answers we need in the context of our wider operating and technical environment, so as to navigate that environment in a strategic way.

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    • He is robust and an incredible drafter.

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