LAWYER PROFILE

Alexandra Van Der Meulen

Global 2026

Freshfields

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Public International Law

Global Market Leaders

1 year ranked

International Arbitration

France

1 year ranked

Public International Law

France

1 year ranked

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Public International Law - Global Market Leaders

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Alexandra Van Der Meulen is admitted to practice in Paris and New York, and her practice focuses on matters extending across public international law, investment arbitration and international commercial arbitration.

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International Arbitration - France

Up and Coming

Individual Editorial

Alexandra Van Der Meulen is instructed by clients on commercial arbitrations, including those with UNCITRAL rules.

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Public International Law - France

Spotlight

Individual Editorial

Head of Freshfields' public international law practice in France, Alexandra Van Der Meulen is lauded for her experience handling a range of PIL cases, including the law of the sea and treaty law. She represents states and corporations before arbitral tribunals and the ICJ.

Editorial individuel

Alexandra Van Der Meulen, responsable de la pratique en droit international public de Freshfields en France, est reconnue pour son expérience dans une gamme de dossiers de droit international public, notamment le droit de la mer et le droit des traités. Elle représente des États et des entreprises devant des tribunaux arbitraux et la CIJ.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Alexandra Van Der Meulen is an excellent team leader and has intellectual and emotional intelligence in equal measure.
Public International LawChambers Global Guide
Alexandra's attitude and cooperative spirit is impressive.
Public International LawChambers Global Guide
Alexandra Van Der Meulen is a very attentive, well-organised and knowledgeable partner with strong communication skills. She is a great team leader and delivers detailed advice in a timely manner.
International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide
Alexandra Van Der Meulen's ability to navigate intricate legal and procedural issues with ease reflects a remarkable command of her field, matched by a calm and measured demeanor.
International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide
Alexandra Van Der Meulen is highly attentive to clients' potential needs and demonstrates a strong service-oriented mindset. Additionally, she possesses excellent analytical skills.
International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide
Alexandra Van Der Meulen is first rate, not many people have her knowledge of PIL. She is very subtle and has a good approach to disputes.
Public International LawChambers Global Guide