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Skadden’s European litigation and arbitration practice is based in our London office and works closely with Skadden’s attorneys around the world. We are known for our ability to win some of the most complex cases on behalf of our clients, in court proceedings and arbitration.

Our lawyers undertake multijurisdictional litigation and international arbitrations, including commercial and investment treaty arbitrations under the auspices of leading arbitral institutions. We conduct cases under the ICSID, ICC, LCIA, HKIAC and UNCITRAL rules, among others. Our practice is to use small, dedicated teams of lawyers for each case to provide a streamlined and cost-efficient service. 

Unlike many London firms, we do not need to hire external barristers to act as advocates in international arbitration, as we have the relevant experience within our arbitration practice.

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What the Team is Known For

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom has a renowned international arbitration practice with significant experience representing clients in the energy, telecommunications, media and natural resources sectors, as well as handling matters for financial service clients. The firm handles arbitral proceedings under a range of institutional rules, such as those of the LCIA, ICSID and UNCITRAL. It is also adept at representing sovereign states and investors in investment treaty cases arising out of the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe.

Work Highlights

  • Skadden represented a multinational oil and gas corporation in an ICC arbitration concerning the client's preferential rights under a joint operating agreement to develop an offshore oil prospect in South America.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Kate Jackson-McGill
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Kate Jackson-McGill
Head of International Arbitration
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Kate Jackson-McGill KC is head of Skadden’s European international litigation and arbitration group. She acts in significant disputes in the oil and gas, telecoms and engineering sectors. She is highly adept at proceedings held under LCIA, ICC and ICSID rules, and often deals with complex questions of foreign law.

She is a class operator across regions and specialties.

Kate is a trusted advisor, and someone you can trust for their technical skillset.

Daniel Gal
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Daniel Gal
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Daniel Gal KC is particularly noted for his work in the telecoms sector, handling high-value arbitrations under LCIA rules. He also has notable experience handling BIT disputes.

Daniel is highly competent, commercially aware, strategic and a safe pair of hands.

Daniel's real strength is in his advocacy and his deep knowledge of the law.

Maximilian Szymanski
Maximilian Szymanski
Associates to watch

Maximilian Szymanski is an associate in Skadden's international litigation and arbitration team. He has experience representing a range of clients under LCIA, ICC, UNCITRAL, AAA and ICSID rules.

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Kate Jackson-McGill KC
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Kate Jackson-McGill KC
Head of International Arbitration
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Daniel Gal KC
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Daniel Gal KC
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Maximilian Szymanski
Maximilian Szymanski
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Members

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Kate Jackson-McGill

Kate Jackson-McGill

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