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International Arbitration: Investor-State Arbitration - UK-wide

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Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Withers has a growing reputation in the market for its international arbitration work. The firm is especially recognised for its work in the investor-state space, where it receives significant instructions from states, state-owned entities and companies. The team is also noted for its representation of energy and construction clients in commercial proceedings. Its lawyers are proficient in handling arbitrations under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.

Work Highlights

  • Withers represents the Qatar National Bank in ICSID arbitration proceedings against the Republic of South Sudan and the Bank of South Sudan in connection with a failure to repay a loan under a facility agreement.

Strengths

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They are very collaborative.

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Withers is impressive and user-friendly.

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The wider team responds very quickly, with clear and helpful engagement.

International Arbitration: Investor-State Arbitration respondent
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They are experienced and knowledgeable, and they readily leverage their experience and expertise to provide customised solutions.

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Notable Practitioners

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Hussein Haeri
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Hussein Haeri
3
Band 3

Co-head of the firm's international arbitration group, Hussein Haeri KC comes highly recommended for his investor-state arbitration practice. He is skilled at handling complex BIT claims and is regularly sought out by sovereign states to act in high-value ICSID arbitrations.

Hussein manages to be meticulous and commercial.

Hussein demonstrates strong legal expertise, strategic insight and a remarkable commitment to client service.

Hussein is hands-on and extremely nimble and creative.

He is a savvy negotiator, which is a reflection of how he crafts his briefs.

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Hussein Haeri KC
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Hussein Haeri KC
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