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Skadden’s International Litigation and Arbitration Group brings a vast breadth of knowledge and experience to the resolution of international disputes.

Our lawyers have appeared before every major international arbitral institution, including the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes, International Chamber of Commerce, London Court of International Arbitration, International Centre for Dispute Resolution/American Arbitration Association, Arbitration Institute of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce, Singapore International Arbitration Centre, Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre, Arbitration Foundation of South Africa and China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission, as well as ad hoc arbitrations under UNCITRAL and other rules.

We are experienced in managing international disputes involving more than one jurisdiction or dispute resolution forum and have litigated high-profile international cases before the trial and appellate courts of the U.S. and England. We have represented individuals and companies in industries as varied as power and energy, metals and mining, oil and gas, construction, manufacturing, telecommunications, banking, auditing and securities. We also frequently advise clients in disputes against sovereigns for expropriation and unfair treatment under international agreements such as free trade agreements, bilateral investment treaties and multilateral trade agreements.

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms) - China

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What the Team is Known For

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom offers a well-reputed team that acts in a wide range of high-value commercial arbitrations. The Hong Kong and Beijing teams coordinate with offices across Asia-Pacific to provide complete regional coverage, supported by the firm's wider global network. The firm demonstrates significant experience advising banks, financial institutions and private equity firms. It is additionally experienced in construction arbitrations.

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Notable Practitioners

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Friven Yeoh
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Friven Yeoh
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Friven Yeoh is head of Sidley Austin's Asia arbitration practice from his base in Hong Kong. His service as counsel remains in high demand from a diverse range of global and domestic clients, with additional experience sitting as an arbitrator.

"Friven is one of those people who are very reliable and give confidence to the tribunal because they know that his judgement is good."

"Mr Yeoh is one of the most experienced and most talented arbitration lawyers in Hong Kong."

"He's sharp as a tack yet gentle, one of the most experienced arbitration practitioners who can provide first-class legal aid to clients, especially with regard to disputes in Asia."

"Friven is the soul of the team. His leadership and professionalism really stand out and he is really good at communicating with us. His understanding of the arbitration is deep and he connects with all the professionals in this field well."

"Friven is a fantastic leader of the team. He is capable of providing a detailed analysis for clients' consideration and, at the same time, takes good care of clients' needs and will always come up with the most effective strategies and game plans."

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Rory McAlpine
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Rory McAlpine is head of Skadden's international arbitration team and offers three decades' experience handling regional and global disputes for private equity and venture capital firms, as well as other investors.

"His pleadings were extremely impressive. He's clearly a very clever man and an excellent lawyer."

"He's a highly experienced legal expert with a strong ability to handle complex matters, who is always keen to point out the key points of the case and provide solutions."

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Friven Yeoh
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Rory McAlpine
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