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Three Crowns LLP

International Arbitration

Global Guide 2026 : France

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Three Crowns LLP

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International Arbitration - France

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Three Crowns is a well-regarded arbitration-focused law firm that brings together teams in Paris, London, Singapore and Washington, DC. The law firm is recognised for its diverse arbitration practice covering commercial and investment disputes. The team has demonstrable experience with all key arbitration rules, including those of the ICC, UNCITRAL and the LCIA. The lawyers are active in industries such as technology, oil and gas, and aerospace. Three Crowns boasts a growing client base made up of sovereign states, oil majors, construction companies and investment funds.

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Work Highlights

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  • Three Crowns LLP represented Elliott Associates in an investment claim brought under the United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement.

Strengths

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  • Three Crowns LLP's ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly and persuasively, both in written and oral advocacy, is outstanding.

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  • Three Crowns LLP has deep bench strength and organises its resources effectively and efficiently. It works cohesively as a team, with insightful strategies and arguments.

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  • Three Crowns LLP has excellent commercial understanding of the business combined with strategic thinking. The team has quality lawyers at every level, makes it stand out.

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  • Three Crowns LLP's extremely extensive office network allows for around-the-clock service.

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  • Three Crowns LLP puts great effort into truly understanding and appreciating its clients' business and operations, including complex technical matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Georgios Petrochilos
    Georgios Petrochilos

    Georgios Petrochilos

    Georgios Petrochilos KC is held in high regard for his expertise in both commercial and investment arbitrations. He acts for an impressive roster of multinationals, sovereign states and state-owned companies. Petrochilos frequently advises on mandates with Greek elements.

    • Georgios Petrochilos has impressive ability to present complex positions in a concise and effective manner.

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    • Georgios Petrochilos is a highly trustworthy, intelligent and strategic lawyer.

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    • Georgios Petrochilos is the doyen of gas price reviews and an all-around stellar advocate.

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    • Georgios Petrochilos is really hands on. He knows the facts, he's aware of the issues and is very much engaged.

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  • Todd Wetmore
    Todd Wetmore

    Todd Wetmore

    Todd Wetmore is highly accomplished in handling high-value energy and construction arbitrations, including supply contract and concession agreement disputes.

    • Todd is a leader, I was impressed with his approach during the hearing process, he's got the biggest knowledge.

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    • Todd Wetmore's overall analytical mind is undoubtedly at the highest level amongst his peers in international arbitration. He knows how to win cases and litigate complex matters.

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    • Todd Wetmore is a great advocate and down-to-earth lawyer with an incredible sense of the route of a case.

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    • He is an outstanding practitioner.

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    • Todd Wetmore is very hands-on. He has a good grasp of the facts, laws, precedents and submissions from all parties, and is able to weave this seamlessly into the submissions.

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  • Kathryn Khamsi
    Kathryn Khamsi

    Kathryn Khamsi

    Kathryn Khamsi acts for major oil companies and sovereign states in arbitration cases in the energy and construction sectors.

    • Kathryn is impressive and brilliant.

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    • Kathryn Khamsi brings enormous energy to the team and really thinks outside the box. She is very smart.

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    • Kathryn Khamsi understands legal complexity well and managed highly complex issues diligently and professionally. She has always done an excellent job of keeping ahead of all the diverse needs.

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    • Kathryn Khamsi has great writing and thoughtful presentations she is very solid.

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  • Shaparak Saleh
    Shaparak Saleh

    Shaparak Saleh

    Shaparak Saleh handles construction arbitration and annulment proceedings involving Latin American, Asian and African jurisdictions.

    • Shaparak Saleh can manage big complex arbitration and is experienced in international disputes.

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    • Shaparak Saleh strives to advance and safeguard clients' interests at all times.

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    • Shaparak Saleh gives clear advice and is a calming influence.

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    • Shaparak Saleh is responsive and very specialised in set-aside actions.

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  • Ilija Mitrev Penushliski
    Ilija Mitrev Penushliski

    Ilija Mitrev Penushliski

    Up-and-coming partner Ilija Mitrev Penushliski enters the rankings this year. He is adept at handling both investor state and commercial disputes, with a focus on the energy sector.

    • Ilija is very clever, quick and always two steps ahead.

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    • Ilija is an incredibly detailed-oriented lawyer.

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    • Ilija’s understanding of the local culture and developments and what is important for us, it has made it very easy for us to work with and trust him. He is one of the best we have seen in this field.

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    • Ilija combines deep subject matter expertise with a keen understanding of the commercial context. He is highly intelligent, detail-oriented and remarkably strategic in his thinking.

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    • He is truly very hard working, he is very thorough, intelligent and sharp. I could only say the best things.

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