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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms) - China

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What the Team is Known For

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan is a specialist disputes firm with extensive experience acting in cross-border arbitrations. Its clients include those in the pharmaceutical, insurance and technology sectors. The team regularly acts in disputes involving private equity investors and investees. It is singled out for its ability to handle disputes arising out of M&A transactions and investments, and regularly handles high-stakes and high-value disputes. It is also well placed to handle investment treaty arbitration.

Foreign Desk

The specialist dispute resolution team is known for its strong focus on Korea-related litigation and arbitrations under a wide range of arbitral rules, particularly in the areas of commerce and investment. The impressive client roster features Korean entities from a wide range of sectors.

Work Highlights

  • 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.

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John Rhie
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John Rhie
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John Rhie is head of the international arbitration team and is considered an expert on arbitrations arising from private equity investments and shareholder disputes, particularly for matters with a South Korean element.

John is a very experienced lawyer who is always a good listener. He is very friendly and enthusiastic in addressing client needs and providing the best practical legal advice.

I would consider him the full package in terms of legal ability, client care, commercial awareness and a sophisticated strategic mind.

John is quick on his feet and always easily accessible. He is a sharp mind and is great at providing strategy. The clients love him.

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