Steptoe LLP, International Arbitration | Chambers USA Profile

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International Arbitration: Highly Regarded - USA - Nationwide

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Steptoe is recognized for its impressive arbitration and enforcement practices. The team frequently represent large multi-national corporations in international disputes and court-led litigation. The firm has notable expertise in investment treaty arbitrations, notably in cases concerning the energy sector. The US team works closely with the firm's London office, providing global coverage to its clients.

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Work Highlights

Steptoe represented Alpene in the first investment treaty arbitration against the Republic of Malta under ICSID rules, concerning the forced closure of Pilatus Bank, which was wholly indirectly owned by Alpene, following allegations of corruption.

Strengths

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They showcased excellent research, excellent team work and excellent leadership.

International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondent
USA

The firm has a very deep institutional knowledge in this area with very strong partners. They were very savvy in terms of getting the facts of a complex matter and arguing the legal remedies and how they all tie-in together.

International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondent
USA

They are imaginative in their solutions and are very good at handling complex and sophisticated matters.

International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondent
USA

They showcased excellent research, excellent team work and excellent leadership.

International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondent
USA

The firm has a very deep institutional knowledge in this area with very strong partners. They were very savvy in terms of getting the facts of a complex matter and arguing the legal remedies and how they all tie-in together.

International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondent
USA

They are imaginative in their solutions and are very good at handling complex and sophisticated matters.

International Arbitration: Highly Regarded respondent
USA

Notable Practitioners

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Steven Davidson

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Band 1

Steven Davidson regularly acts for major companies in enforcement proceedings.

His creativity and strategy come from decades of experience in the field and being able to see a few steps ahead beyond everyone else.

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International Arbitration: Enforcement

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Steven Davidson

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Band 1