Global Guide 2026 : France
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Our lawyers have established a formidable track record in international arbitration, consistently securing victories in a substantial number of high-profile cases.
We are committed to advising our clients throughout all crucial stages of a dispute: we engage with our clients before a dispute reaches its peak to evaluate all options before initiating a claim or anticipating a potential claim against them; and we provide essential advice on questions such as the constitution of arbitral tribunals, jurisdictional objections, multi-party and multi-contract arbitrations, participation of non‑signatory parties and consolidation of arbitration proceedings.
Harnessing unparalleled expertise in annulment proceedings both before ad hoc committees and the local courts, we also advise clients in relation to the enforcement of awards and judgments.
We are active in all of the major industry sectors, including energy, oil and gas, mining, construction, engineering, real state, financial services, transport, pharmaceutical/life sciences and telecommunications.
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Wordstone Dispute Resolution is a boutique law firm specialising in international arbitration. The law firm frequently represents clients including states and investors as claimants and respondents in investment and commercial arbitrations. Its team has particular expertise in the life sciences, mining, construction and telecommunications sectors.
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Wordstone Dispute Resolution represented The Arab Republic of Egypt in an investment arbitration against a USD8 billion claim launched by 13 Kuwaiti claimants.
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The lawyers at Wordstone Dispute Resolution all work well together and there is clearly a lot of trust across the team, creating a positive atmosphere.
Wordstone Dispute Resolution's dual expertise in international litigation and arbitration makes them trusted arbitrators, regularly called upon in high stakes cases.
Wordstone Dispute Resolution stands out for its deep expertise in investment arbitration, strategic thinking and ability to manage complex, high stakes disputes.
Wordstone Dispute Resolution were excellent; some of the best arbitrations I have worked with. They are very efficient and very convincing in both written and oral pleading.
Wordstone Dispute Resolution is consistently accessible, proactive and quick to respond, even under tight deadlines and across time zones. This is an extremely efficient and engaged team.
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Eduardo Silva Romero is held in high regard for his ICSID expertise, especially acting for Latin American and Eastern European states. He handles disputes relating to concession and construction projects. He is dual-qualified in France and Colombia.
Eduardo Silva-Romero is a real expert.
Eduardo Silva Romero is excellent with strategy specifically; he turns a losing case into a winning one. He creates a great legal culture too and has an ability to think ahead and outside the box.
Eduardo Silva Romero's ability to manage complex issues and keep the team aligned was key to our success. Additionally, his responsiveness and proactive communication made him an invaluable asset.
Eduardo Silva Romero is wise, astute and ruthlessly efficient in everything he does.
José Manuel García Represa mostly focuses on investment arbitrations, often acting in cases with Latin American elements. He is active across the oil and gas, energy and telecommunications sectors.
José Manuel García Represa stands out for his professionalism, impeccable treatment, diligence and excellent customer service. He demonstrates a high level of detail and outstanding technical mastery.
José Manuel García Represa is very available and very diplomatic in his approach to the issues.
José Manuel García Represa is a very patient and pragmatic person. He has a very commercial and social character. He is always very friendly, polite, and very helpful with his presentations.
José Manuel García Represa's strategic approach, combined with his in-depth knowledge of transnational legal mechanisms, makes him a leading arbitrator and adviser.
José Manuel García Represa brings a calm authority to high stakes matters and instils confidence in both his co-counsel and the client even in the most challenging circumstances.
International Arbitration
International Arbitration
International Arbitration: Arbitrators
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Catalina Echeverri Gallego
David Bigge
Audrey Caminades
Eduardo Silva Romero
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Practice area: International Arbitration
Location: France
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Practice area: International Arbitration
Location: International Counsel
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