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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

Arbitration (International)

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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

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Arbitration (International) - Europe-wide

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What the Team is Known For
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan is recognised for its capacity to handle Europe's most complex international arbitration mandates. The law firm is particularly active in arbitrations related to the energy sector while also housing a superb London investment treaty practice that represents investors in high-value BIT cases against governments. Teams in Paris and London are also well placed to handle a variety of commercial arbitrations under ICC, SCC and LCIA rules, often acting for investment funds and prominent corporates from the hospitality and automotive sectors. In addition to its excellence in European-wide mandates, Quinn Emanuel is a visible player in disputes involving the Middle East and Africa. The firm boasts a globally integrated practice, frequently working in collaboration with its Geneva and New York offices.
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Work Highlights

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  • Quinn Emanuel represented the government of Ukraine in an investment treaty claim brought by six Chinese nationals under the Ukraine-China BIT relating to their investments in Motor Sich.

Strengths

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  • Quinn Emanuel's efficiency and professionalism make every collaboration smooth and incredibly productive.

    Arbitration (International) respondentEurope

  • Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan has an excellent network in the arbitration area and is well-versed before the French courts. It is perfectly placed to handle disputes heavy in economical analysis.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Philippe Pinsolle
    Philippe Pinsolle

    Philippe Pinsolle

    As one of Europe's top arbitration counsels, Philippe Pinsolle is in high demand for his breadth of work, covering proceedings under UNCITRAL and ICC rules. His particular expertise lies in complex energy disputes, acting for clients across tribunals in Geneva, London and Paris.

    • He is a star of international arbitration and we really appreciate him for his availability, preparation and most of all his ability to listen to the client, which is second to none.

      Arbitration (International) respondentEurope
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  • Stephen Jagusch
    Stephen Jagusch

    Stephen Jagusch

    London-based Stephen Jagusch KC is well versed in handling high profile investor-state disputes under UNCITRAL and ICSID rules. He also advises clients on commercial cases, including LCIA-governed proceedings.

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  • Anthony Sinclair
    Anthony Sinclair

    Anthony Sinclair

    Anthony Sinclair is best known for his investor-state practice, acting for investors and sovereign states in LCIA and ICSID cases with particular strength in BIT claims.

    • He is a really talented and smart analyst.

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  • Isabelle Michou
    Isabelle Michou

    Isabelle Michou

    Paris-based partner Isabelle Michou covers a wide array of matters from annulment proceedings to European-wide commercial ICC arbitrations. She is also mandated by clients in investor-state disputes.

    • Isabelle Michou embodies the best characteristics of the firm. She is skilful, really strategic, always one step ahead and draws on her experience to get the best outcome for us.

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  • Epaminontas Triantafilou
    Epaminontas Triantafilou

    Epaminontas Triantafilou

    Epaminontas Triantafilou has a varied practice, which sees him act on cases in both the commercial and investor-state space. He regularly represents clients in the energy and real estate sector, as well as sovereign states.

    • Epaminontas brings an impressive level of sophistication to handling complex legal matters, seamlessly combining deep legal expertise with creative problem-solving.

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