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Vinson & Elkins LLP

International Arbitration: The Elite

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Vinson & Elkins LLP

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International Arbitration: The Elite - USA

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Vinson & Elkins has a highly regarded international arbitration team, which leverages the firm's institutional expertise in the energy and infrastructure sectors to act for clients in some of the most complex commercial and treaty proceedings involving energy assets, pricing matters and construction claims. The team is experienced in handling arbitrations under a range of major rules including ICC, ICSID, ICDR and LCIA, among others.
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Work Highlights

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  • Vinson & Elkins represented the Panama Canal Authority in an ICC arbitration against a consortium of European and Panamanian companies hired for the Panama Canal expansion program.

Strengths

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  • V&E is an easy firm to work with, they are truly good at the technical level.

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  • V&E was very good at understanding the complexity of the matter.

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  • It is a strong team, with a lot of knowledge and commitment to their clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • James L Loftis
    James L Loftis

    James L Loftis

    James Loftis maintains an excellent reputation for his expertise in international arbitrations concerning construction and oil and gas disputes. He offers experience in commercial and investor-state matters.

    • Jim knows the points and grasps all the issues of the arbitration, coming up with sensible advice.

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  • Camilo Cardozo
    Camilo Cardozo

    Camilo Cardozo

    Camilo Cardozo is particularly adept at advising on disputes concerning Latin America, with his practice spanning both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.

    • Camilo is a great lawyer with a lot of experience in arbitration and a strong commitment to his clients.

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  • Jose F. Sanchez
    Jose F. Sanchez

    Jose F. Sanchez

    Jose Sanchez enjoys a burgeoning reputation in international arbitration, with expertise spanning Europe, Latin America, Asia, and US-seated proceedings. In addition to his work as counsel, he also serves as an arbitrator.

    • Jose is an intelligent, punctual and very creative lawyer.

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    • Jose is a detail-oriented lawyer capable of disentangling complex issues and distilling them down to simple concepts. He has always made us feel that we are in good hands.

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