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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

Arbitration (International)

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Asia-Pacific Region


Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

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Arbitration (International) - Asia-Pacific Region

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

The arbitration arm of specialist disputes firm Quinn Emanuel has a global presence with regional offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tokyo, Sydney and Perth. It has a particularly high profile for dispute resolution relating to the Chinese and South Korean markets. The team members offer extensive familiarity with the processes of a comprehensive range of arbitral regimes, both within the region and in Europe and the USA. The firm is notably experienced in the handling of investment treaty claims against national governments and the arbitration of disputes arising from M&A transactions and of those generated by the financial services sector. It also maintains a noteworthy IP-related capability.

Notable practitioners

Hong Kong-based John Rhie heads the firm's international arbitration practice in Asia.

Work Highlights

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  • Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan represented Gen2 Partners, Gen2 Partners Asset Management and KS Asia Absolute Return Fund IC in a USD224 million HKIAC arbitration against Shinhan Investment.

Strengths

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  • They operate at the highest level, with very strong bench depth; each team member as strong as the next.

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  • The team demonstrates professionalism in every aspect of work; it is energetic, enthusiastic, responsive, reliable and flexible.

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  • Quinn Emanuel is extremely responsive and dedicated to its clients, providing strong advice and support.

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