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Pillsbury is increasingly sought after for its arbitration expertise, both domestic and international. The team has deep expertise representing clients in disputes held under ICC, LCIA, HKIAC and UNCITRAL.
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Pillsbury represented Amec Foster Wheeler USA Corporate in an ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Colombia concerning the troubled Refinería de Cartagena (Reficar) refinery expansion project.
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The Pillsbury team demonstrates exceptional cross-disciplinary coordination, particularly in its ability to integrate legal, economic and technical expertise. They also bring a strategic clarity to case management that is both decisive and adaptable. They have a sharp sense for identifying the arguments that will resonate most with tribunals, and they consistently balance rigorous legal research with pragmatic execution under tight procedural timelines.
Their strength was the deepness and thoroughness in each of the legal analysis. Pillsbury's team is really outstanding. They are very hands-on and they look at every issue with profound seriousness and thoroughness. They never leave loose ends.
In terms of distinguishing strengths, I would point out the versatility and knowledge of the civil legal system, language capabilities and expertise on construction matters.
We appreciate their understanding of their client's needs and the personal involvement of their lawyer.
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Gary Shaw is praised by clients for his investor-state expertise. He regularly supports the team on disputes of international significance and has gained notable experience across multiple rulesets, including ICSID and UNCITRAL, as well as in court-led enforcement litigation.
Gary is extremely proactive, delivering what’s needed effectively while keeping in touch and sharing anything relevant for future matters. He has a real feel for sophisticated international disputes.
Gary has a keen attention to detail, often linking issues to obscure footnotes, yet he never loses sight of the bigger picture and excels at guiding the team toward the key arguments.
Gary is very good at working with clients and getting all the facts. International arbitration cases can be unbelievably complex, yet he keeps up and stays standing throughout.
International Arbitration: Counsel
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