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International Arbitration: Investor-State Arbitration - UK
What the Team is Known For
Steptoe has a notable investor-state practice, with expertise advising both sovereign states and corporate clients. The firm has significant expertise in an array of sectors, including IP, real estate and energy.
Strengths
The team is engaged and fluent in the very complex details of our case.
Their prompt and considered responses to queries showed their excellent command of this area of the law.
They have a strong team with excellent knowledge and hands-on experience in multi-jurisdictional cases.
Work Highlights
Steptoe represented the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago in regard to an alleged breach of the US-Trinidad & Tobago BIT concerning the provision of gas to a gas-to-liquids plant.
Notable practitioners
Matthew Coleman is chair of the firm's investment treaty arbitration practice. He demonstrates particular prowess acting in disputes involving African states and has notable strength in handling issues concerning the energy and mining sectors.
Matthew is an excellent lawyer who thinks and plans ahead.
Mathew is a top-notch lawyer and is particularly important for strategic advice.
Matthew is an amazing guy! He is so helpful.
Christophe Bondy is able to draw on his expertise in public international law to advise on complex investor-state arbitrations. He is well versed in the energy sector and is able to advocate in both English and French.
He brings a very thorough knowledge of international law.
His advocacy and writing skills are impeccable.
Thomas is a brilliant guy and is very detailed. He never misses anything.
Thomas is clearly well versed in investment disputes and ensures a timely response to queries.