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STAUNCH’s arbitration practice is a partner-heavy team of eight arbitration specialists handling complex commercial and investor-state disputes, as well as the full range of arbitration-related court proceedings in the Netherlands.

STAUNCH acts in commercial and investor-state matters across a range of sectors, including construction, energy and project development, financial services, and post-M&A disputes, and has experience under major institutional and ad hoc rules (including ICC, NAI, PCA and UNCITRAL, as well as ICSID-related work). The team is also particularly active in challenges to awards, enforcement and recognition matters, and urgent court applications connected to arbitral proceedings, often with an international dimension and multiple jurisdictions in play.

STAUNCH is recognised for its international outlook (multi-qualified team) and a hands-on approach: partners lead strategy and advocacy, supported by a lean team structure designed to deliver efficiency without compromising quality. Key contacts include Stefan Derksen (Head of Arbitration), alongside Irène Léger.

Chambers Review

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Arbitration - Netherlands

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

STAUNCH boasts an impressive arbitration practice, with a solid footprint advising clients on international arbitration disputes under NAI, UNUM and ICC rules. Clients mandate the law firm for its strength in investment arbitration, contractual breaches and post-M&A disputes, as well as setting aside proceedings before Dutch courts. The department's broad client list includes international corporates, municipalities, sovereign states and state-owned entities.

Work Highlights

  • STAUNCH represented Star Clippers in a shipbuilding dispute under UNUM rules against a Croatian shipyard, in addition to setting aside proceedings.

Strengths

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The case is handled with extreme care and deep knowledge. The team is extremely competent and responsive at all stages of the dispute.

Arbitration respondent
Global

We appreciate STAUNCH's depth of knowledge and excellent judgement. The team is incredibly responsive.

Arbitration respondent
Global

The team's ability to simplify complexity, adapt quickly and guide us with clarity was exceptional.

Arbitration respondent
Global

STAUNCH stands out for its sharp legal strategy, tactical creativity and unshakeable composure under pressure.

Arbitration respondent
Global

STAUNCH houses highly skilled legal professionals.

Arbitration respondent
Global

Notable Practitioners

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Stefan Derksen
Head of Arbitration
U
Up and Coming

Stefan Derksen has a strong reputation for his activity in construction and contractual arbitration cases, especially those under NAI and UNUM rules. His practice additionally encompasses setting aside and enforcement proceedings.

Stefan Derksen brings exceptional legal sophistication and strategic vision to the table.

Stefan Derksen is a very bright person who thinks outside the box. He is also very sharp and thorough.

He is super committed, knowledgeable and involved in the case. It was a great experience working with Stefan.

Stefan Derksen is a highly experienced legal professional who is able to lead and source significant legal engagements.

Stefan Derksen provides invaluable leadership and insight, and we appreciate his role in driving our case forward with precision and confidence.

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Arbitration
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Stefan Derksen
Head of Arbitration
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Up and Coming
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Members

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Irène Léger

Stefan Derksen

Head of Department

Clients

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Star Clippers, Vitrus Consultoria de Mercados

Industries

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energy, construction, investment arbitration, post-M&A, financial services