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WilmerHale

Public International Law

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WilmerHale

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Public International Law - UK-wide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
WilmerHale has a well-regarded team for investor-state arbitrations as well as international human rights law. The firm has advised on state-to-state boundary disputes, and has further expertise in matters relating to sovereign immunity and the enforcement of foreign judgments. The team represents sovereign states as well as state-owned and private companies, financial institutions and investors.
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Work Highlights

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  • WilmerHale represented the parents of a Ukrainian journalist against Russia in the European Court of Human Rights relating to breaches of various ECHR rights, including violations of Articles 2, 10, 13 and 17 in respect of her killing while reporting on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Strengths

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  • WilmerHale is consistently attentive, research-driven and capable to work across multiple languages in diverse jurisdictions.

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  • WilmerHale is creative in arguing the case, demonstrates real attention to detail, and is friendly and easy to work with.

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  • They have an ability to structure and convene discussions, ensuring a practical and realistic approach, legal rigour, and acute political awareness.

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  • WilmerHale is very competent and knowledgeable on the subject matter.

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