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International Arbitration: Commercial Arbitration

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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

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  • Skadden advised a leading gas and electricity supplier on a London-seated LCIA arbitration, which arose out of disputes relating to widely reported disruptions to the supply of LNG.

Strengths

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Skadden is an exceptionally strong team with an outside the box thinking. Everyone was outstanding and I can rely on them 100%.

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Skadden is very experienced and handle very complex, unclear matters. Skadden has a good commercial understanding of their clients' approach.

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Skadden have top notch personnel and are regularly involved in some of the largest international arbitrations.

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Notable Practitioners

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Kate Davies KC
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Kate Davies KC
Head of International Arbitration
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Kate Davies 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.

Kate threw herself into the detail with enormous enthusiasm. She is extremely good.

Kate demonstrated great skill at bringing the dispute to a close. She is a great lawyer.

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Daniel Gal KC
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Daniel Gal KC
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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 very good on team management. He has excellent analytical skills and is hugely incisive.

Daniel is very good. He has a down to earth attitude and rolls up his sleeves.

Daniel is incredibly quick-witted and can offer outside-of-the-box solutions. He is always reliable and quick to respond. He is an amazingly skilled lawyer with great business acumen.

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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.

Max is hard working and exceptionally bright.

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Kate Davies KC
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Kate Davies KC
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Daniel Gal KC
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Members

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