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David Reed

David Reed

Global 2026

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David Reed represents multinational corporations, sovereign states and government-owned entities in international commercial and international investment arbitrations. David has more than 20 years’ experience with international arbitration disputes, most notably in the construction and engineering, power, oil and gas, telecoms, information technology, life sciences, banking, and shipping sectors. These disputes fall under a variety of rules including those of the ICC, LCIA, and UNCITRAL. He also represents both investors and sovereign states in investment treaty arbitrations under the ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.

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International Arbitration - UK

Band 6
Band 6

Individual Editorial
David Reed's practice involves advising both sovereign states and investors on a range of issues. He demonstrates strength in handling investor-state and commercial arbitration, with recent work involving disputes under ICSID and ICC rules.

Strengths

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  • David is extremely responsive to the client's needs and has very strong legal and sector knowledge.

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  • David is a savvy strategist and excellent oral advocate, and he keeps the bigger picture in mind.

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  • He does what it takes to win.

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  • David is a high-class counsel capable of meeting any challenge and providing the best defence of the client.

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Ranked Individuals at Arnold & Porter (55)

Asia-Pacific Region

Belgium

Brazil

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    Banking & Finance (International Firms)

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China

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    Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption (International Firms)

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    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms)

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Germany

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    Competition/European Law: Lawyers Based Abroad

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Global Market Leaders

Latin America - International Counsel

South Korea

UK

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