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International Arbitration: Investor-State Arbitration - UK

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What the Team is Known For

WilmerHale has an outstanding international arbitration practice with an enviable track record of handling complex institutional and ad hoc arbitrations. The team has significant experience in the oil and gas, telecoms, financial and technology sectors. Its members appear before tribunals seated across a number of arbitration hubs, including London, Stockholm, Singapore and Paris, often in connection with multimillion and multibillion-dollar disputes. It also has expertise acting for states and corporations in arbitrations concerning investment treaties, including BITs. The firm's practitioners are experienced in acting under the auspices of institutions such as the ICC and LCIA.

Strengths

WilmerHale provided proper analysis and strategy for handling complex dispute involving many experts. Their team exhibits remarkable depth and breadth.

WilmerHale's work is almost invariably international and they are fully on top of managing cases across multiple jurisdictions.

WilmerHale is handling the complex matters very professionally and with deep understanding. The team demonstrates knowledge of the legal issues and deep understanding of the commercial aspects.

They have a very experienced team who work very closely with their clients and experts to understand complex issues. They provide excellent services and always respond to questions promptly.

Work Highlights

WilmerHale represented a number of Chinese investors in an investment treaty arbitration against Ukraine relating to their investment in an aerospace manufacturing business.

Notable practitioners

Chair of the firm's international arbitration group, Gary Born is a market-leading arbitration practitioner at the forefront of complex and high-value commercial and investment treaty disputes. He maintains a truly international presence, acting as counsel and arbitrator in disputes across the Middle East, the USA and South America, among other jurisdictions. He is well versed in a range of proceedings, including those under ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.
 

Gary is an institution.

 

Gary Born consistently demonstrates unparalleled expertise, integrity, and dedication. His profound legal knowledge and strategic acumen have contributed significantly to our case.

 

Gary was very gentlemanly in his approach at the tribunal hearings.

Steven Finizio has a comprehensive arbitration practice. He is particularly active representing investors in the energy and telecoms markets, and his practice includes disputes held under ICC, SCC and UNCITRAL rules.
Franz Schwarz is vice chair of the firm's international arbitration group. He has notable credentials in the pharmaceutical and banking sectors, and regularly acts in arbitrations governed by ICSID and ICC rules.
 

Franz is a very talented advocate.

 

Franz is really excellent.

 

Franz is very responsive and demonstrates a deep understanding of the client's needs. His drafting is truly impressive.

 

Franz was very accurate in his management.

Charlie Caher's practice sees him advising clients in the engineering and energy sectors, among others. He is adept at handling ICC and LCIA arbitrations, with notable experience in construction-related disputes.
 

Charlie has superb judgement and a brilliant legal mind. He is highly impressive.

 

I was impressed by the way Charlie presented the case and questioned the other side's witnesses.

 

Charlie is incredibly bright.

Jonathan Lim leads on a variety complex, commercial arbitrations. He has a strong focus on the Asian market and is comfortable representing clients in both institutional and ad hoc arbitrations.
 

Jonathan's exceptional legal skills and unwavering commitment to client success make him invaluable. Jonathan's collaborative approach and strategic thinking ensures optimal outcomes for clients.

 

Jonathan understood perfectly the strategic considerations behind the multi-jurisdictional fight.

 

Jonathan is an excellent advocate.

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