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Christopher Ryan

Christopher Ryan

USA 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Christopher Ryan is a partner in the International Arbitration practice.

He has extensive experience in international arbitration and litigation, and has represented private and State clients in disputes before ICC, AAA, ICSID, UNCITRAL, LCIA, ad hoc arbitral tribunals, and U.S. federal courts. His practice focuses on commercial and investment disputes in the construction, infrastructure, mining, and energy sectors. He has advised U.S. and other companies on issues of public and private international law, investment and trade policy, and strategies for mitigating the risks associated with foreign investment.

Christopher Ryan also serves as a Lecturer at the University of Virginia School of Law and the George Washington School of Law, where he teaches a course on international investment arbitration and international commercial arbitration, respectively.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

International Arbitration: Enforcement - USA - Nationwide

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Chris Ryan of A&O Shearman brings to bear significant cross-border experience in both litigation and arbitration, including the enforcement of awards.

International Arbitration: Counsel - USA - Nationwide

Band 6
Band 6

Individual Editorial

Chris Ryan of A&O Shearman brings to bear significant cross-border experience in both litigation and arbitration, including the enforcement of awards.

Strengths

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  • Chris Ryan is a great lawyer and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend him.

    International Arbitration: EnforcementChambers Guide to the USA
  • Chris is a trusted adviser from both a legal standpoint but also from an industry perspective. He understands his client's business dynamics and the issues at play.

    International Arbitration: EnforcementChambers Guide to the USA

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