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Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH

Arbitration

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In law, it is crucial to be able to rely on experienced experts to handle complex disputes. Here at Luther, we understand the nuances and challenges involved in such matters and can assist you by providing first-rate litigation and arbitration advice.

Our lawyers have many years of experience in national and international arbitration proceedings. We rely on our in-depth knowledge of national and international arbitration rules (including, for example, DIS, ICC, LCIA, SIAC, SCC, UNCITRAL, CIETAC, ICDR, as well as ad hoc arbitration proceedings in various countries). Our lawyers are actively involved in national and international professional associations and maintain an excellent network of contacts. We know good arbitrators, and these arbitrators know us.

When it comes to judicial disputes, we are passionate about representing our clients in court and defending their interests. Our lawyers have mastered the complex art of using the right strategy and narrative within the context defined by case law and legislation. Together with our clients, we develop strategies tailored to their specific matters and operations in order to efficiently resolve complex disputes in court and achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.

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Arbitration - Germany

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

The dispute resolution practice at the German law firm Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft advises on a range of mandates, with a particularly strong focus on investor-state arbitration. The team often represents clients in ICC and ICSID proceedings. It is especially visible in the energy sector, advising on prominent cases relating to the operation of power plants and wind farms, as well as breach of contract. Its client roster includes well-known energy and automotive companies, as well as financial institutions and public bodies.

Wofür das Team bekannt ist

Die Praxisgruppe Streitbeilegung der deutschen Anwaltskanzlei Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft berät zu einer Vielzahl von Mandaten mit einem besonders starken Fokus auf Investor-Staat-Schiedsverfahren. Das Team vertritt Mandanten häufig in Verfahren vor der ICC und dem ICSID. Es ist insbesondere im Energiesektor präsent und berät in prominenten Fällen im Zusammenhang mit dem Betrieb von Kraftwerken und Windparks sowie bei Vertragsverletzungen. Zu seinen Mandanten zählen namhafte Energie- und Automobilunternehmen sowie Finanzinstitute und öffentliche Einrichtungen.

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Work Highlights

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  • Luther represented Azienda Elettrica Ticinese in arbitration proceedings against the Federal Republic of Germany over damages claims due to the coal phase-out.

  • Luther Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft vertrat die Azienda Elettrica Ticinese in einem Schiedsverfahren gegen die Bundesrepublik Deutschland wegen Schadensersatzansprüchen im Zusammenhang mit dem Kohleausstieg.

Strengths

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  • The Luther team are down to earth, very knowledgeable, responsive and reliable.

    Arbitration respondentGermany

  • Luther offers great expertise in ICSID arbitration proceedings and monitors matters' political and business implications while not losing sight of the details.

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  • The Luther team are proactive and quickly understands their clients' needs.

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  • Luther writes briefs that are of an excellent quality.

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  • Luther are well organised and able to manage complex international cases. The team have excellent language skills.

    Arbitration respondentGermany
  • Luther verfasst Schriftsätze von ausgezeichneter Qualität.
    Arbitration respondentGermany

Notable Practitioners

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  • Richard Happ
    Richard Happ

    Richard Happ

    Hamburg-based practitioner Richard Happ focuses on energy arbitrations, often representing clients against states relating to nuclear and coal phase-outs.

    Der in Hamburg ansässige Anwalt Richard Happ konzentriert sich auf Energiestreitigkeiten und vertritt häufig Mandanten gegenüber Staaten im Zusammenhang mit dem Ausstieg aus Kernenergie und Kohle.

    • Richard Happ is just a pleasure to work with.

      Arbitration respondentGermany
    • Die Zusammenarbeit mit Richard Happ ist einfach ein Vergnügen.
      Arbitration respondentGermany
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