International Arbitration: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
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Provided by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
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, multilateral trade agreements and the North American Free Trade Agreement.
Chambers Review
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom houses skilled arbitration advocates at all levels of seniority, experienced in appearing in an impressive range of institutional and ad hoc disputes. The team is frequently engaged in both investor-state and commercial disputes on behalf of major international corporations, alongside complementary strengths in enforcement litigation. Particular areas of strength include telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, financial services and energy arbitral matters. The firm offers experience in disputes across the globe, with recent activity in Asia, Europe and Latin America.
Work Highlights
- Skadden represented Embraer, a Brazilian aerospace conglomerate, in ICDR arbitration against The Boeing Company. The dispute arises from Boeing's wrongful termination of an agreement to purchase an 80% interest in Embraer's Commercial Aviation Business.
Strengths
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"Skadden has a very strong and consistent team. They truly work as a team and they really interact with other practices within Skadden to better support their arguments."
"Their ability to meld legal expertise with business acumen was pivotal in guiding our strategy and achieving positive results. Their commercial insight was a crucial asset throughout the process."
"Skadden's team provides creative advice on complex matters and very quickly assesses the critical issues."
"Skadden has a very strong and consistent team. They truly work as a team and they really interact with other practices within Skadden to better support their arguments."
"Their ability to meld legal expertise with business acumen was pivotal in guiding our strategy and achieving positive results. Their commercial insight was a crucial asset throughout the process."
"Skadden's team provides creative advice on complex matters and very quickly assesses the critical issues."
Notable Practitioners
Julie Bédard centers her highly acclaimed practice on complex commercial arbitrations and has notable experience with disputes concerning Latin America.
"Julie is collaborative and careful, making sure both sides are heard, and is thoughtful in her analysis."
"With no doubt, she is a real leader in the market. She has such clarity to go deep into the analysis and provide valuable advice."
"Julie brings experience to the table; she is able to assess how the arbitrators will respond."
Timothy Nelson's practice includes appearing in both investment treaty and commercial arbitrations.
"Timothy is great, he is smart and strategic."
"Timothy is fast on his feet and very clever."
"He's very knowledgeable, thoughtful,and willing to work hard to succeed."
Jennifer Permesly is particularly adept at handling Latin American-related disputes and has experience with both commercial and investor-state arbitrations.
"Jennifer is an exceptional legal mind with a keen grasp on complex matters. Her dedication, combined with her sharp insight, positions her among the best in the industry."
"She's a very powerful advocate."
John Gardiner has a wealth of expertise spanning complex commercial and investment treaty arbitrations brought under a range of rules.
"John is an experienced lawyer with a calm demeanor. He has the ability to analyze matters creatively and quickly appreciate the critical issues."
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