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Reed Smith LLP

International Arbitration: The Elite

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Reed Smith LLP

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International Arbitration: The Elite - USA - Nationwide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Reed Smith's distinguished dispute resolution team has deep experience in commercial arbitrations arising from Latin America, with notable capabilities in financial services disputes. It is also regularly engaged on arbitrations in the firm's core sectors of international trade, entertainment, energy and life sciences. The team offers wider strength in related litigation work, including litigation to compel arbitration, parallel proceedings and enforcement matters and fields strong multilingual capabilities across the practice.
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Strengths

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  • They're really good at getting into technical aspects of a claim and balancing it with overall strategy. They're comfortable with complex and technical litigation and arbitration procedures and managing opposing counsel.

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  • It was a really technical case from legal point of view, but the whole team did great job with handling evidence, establishing strategy and working together to get the result. They really understood the law and the case.

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  • They're very skilled lawyers with specific sector experience on a global basis. They always find a solution.

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  • The firm has deep expertise, the department is excellent, very knowledgeable and very responsive.

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  • The firm has a deep bench of talented lawyers, many of whom have extensive experience including taking matters through final hearing.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • José I Astigarraga
    José I Astigarraga

    José I Astigarraga

    José Astigarraga is the global head of the practice. He is held in high regard for his expertise in complex and high value commercial disputes, fielding particular strength in Latin America matters.

    • He's a smart guy who is well liked within the community. He has a strong reputation as an advocate and as an arbitrator.

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  • Francisco A. Rodriguez
    Francisco A. Rodriguez

    Francisco A. Rodriguez

    Francisco Rodriguez has broad expertise in the international arbitration sphere, handling both commercial and investment arbitrations.
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  • Juliya Arbisman
    Juliya Arbisman

    Juliya Arbisman

    Juliya Arbisman is recognized for her expertise across both commercial and investor state arbitrations, especially as it relates to Latin America and Africa. She has a particularly strong practice in energy and mining disputes.

    • He's one of the best arbitration lawyers I have had the pleasure of working with.

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    • Juliya is an excellent attorney. She's smart and knowledgeable, with a deep expertise on international arbitration.

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Ranked Individuals at Reed Smith LLP (4)

USA - Nationwide

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    José I Astigarraga

    International Arbitration: Arbitrators

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    José I Astigarraga

    International Arbitration: Counsel

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    Francisco A. Rodriguez

    International Arbitration: Counsel

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