International Arbitration: The Elite
Global Guide 2024 : USA
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Three Crowns is a highly respected arbitration boutique with excellent credentials in high-stakes investment treaty work and commercial arbitration matters. The team is noted for its skillful handling of energy sector arbitrations, in addition to housing strength in disputes within the finance and defense sectors. The firm calls upon an experienced roster of high-caliber attorneys in Washington, DC, London and Paris to offer expertise in major cross-border disputes and offers substantial experience acting for global corporations as well as sovereign states.
Work Highlights
- Three Crowns continued to represent Chevron in treaty claims against Ecuador before the Permanent Court of Arbitration, concerning the enforcement of a USD9.5 billion judgment against Chevron issued by the Ecuadorian courts.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They have a remarkable ability to handle complex matters, including multiple stakeholders with various interests. They have a team whose members complement each other, providing the needed balance between depth and breadth."
"There is no other firm like Three Crowns in the market, they are outstanding. They are very selective about who they choose to be part of their team; they balance quality, expertise and individual aspects that make each member of their team stand out."
"They have a remarkable ability to handle complex matters, including multiple stakeholders with various interests. They have a team whose members complement each other, providing the needed balance between depth and breadth."
"There is no other firm like Three Crowns in the market, they are outstanding. They are very selective about who they choose to be part of their team; they balance quality, expertise and individual aspects that make each member of their team stand out."
Notable Practitioners
Luke Sobota counsels high-profile clients across big-ticket commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
"He's a great leader, who has put Three Crowns at the highest level in the United States and abroad."
"He's a very knowledgeable individual, who is meticulous in his approach and his attention to detail."
Elizabeth Snodgrass is particularly well regarded for her expertise in the energy and mining sector and handles both commercial and investment treaty disputes.
"She's a very thoughtful lawyer."
"She's very mindful of what she says and how she says it, which is great - it's a very meticulous style and she is good in her presentations."
Ranked Lawyers at
Three Crowns LLP
USA