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Sidley Austin LLP

International Arbitration: Counsel

Global Guide 2026 : USA

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For more information on the practice, please visit the practice's page at: https://www.sidley.com/en/us/services/international-arbitration/

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International Arbitration: Counsel - USA

What the Team is Known For

Sidley Austin has an impressive range of experience in international arbitration proceedings, regularly representing governments, state-owned companies and private corporations in investor state, state-to-state and commercial arbitrations. The firm calls upon a multitalented roster of attorneys skilled in arbitration proceedings and in related litigation, including handling the enforcement of arbitral awards. The team draws on the firm's broad global footprint and complementary strengths in areas such as international trade and public international law to provide a fully integrated service to clients.

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Work Highlights

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  • Sidley Austin represented an equity fund, Lone Star, in the investment treaty arbitration against the Republic of Korea.

Strengths

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  • We appreciate the quality of Sidley's professionals, the cohesion and an excellent team organization with optimal time management.

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  • Sidley Austin responds very well to the client's needs.

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  • Sidley Austin has exceeded our expectations.

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  • Sidley's team stands out for its deep technical knowledge, a strategic approach and proactivity.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Tai-Heng Cheng
    Tai-Heng Cheng

    Tai-Heng Cheng

    Tai-Heng Cheng maintains an active practice serving as both counsel and arbitrator in international disputes relating to commercial and investment arbitrations.

    • Tai-Heng is an extremely experienced advocate. I would trust him with the most sensitive matters. He is very well-connected in the international arbitration community.

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    • Tai-Heng is unapologetically bold and commercial and really puts his clients first.

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    • Tai-Heng would be my go-to person for any geopolitical matter. He has exceptional diplomatic and interpersonal skills.

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  • Greg Williams
    Greg Williams

    Greg Williams

    Greg Williams regularly acts for an array of commercial clients in ICC and JAMS arbitrations.

    • Greg is full of energy and is very creative.

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    • Greg is a rock star. He is a smart, strategic and pragmatic lawyer.

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    • Greg gets up to speed on issues and can drill on them to get to the heart of an issue quickly. He is super persuasive and a smart thinker, giving solid advice.

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