International Arbitration: Counsel
USA
5 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
George Kahale III
Global 2026
Ranked in 2 practice areas
About
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Career
Mr. Kahale, who is Chairman of Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP, has acted as lead counsel in some of the world's most publicised transactions in the international petroleum industry, representing energy ministries and national oil corporations in many oil and gas producing countries. He has also acted as lead counsel in several of the world's largest international arbitrations.
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Chambers Global Guide
International Arbitration: Counsel - USA
Band 2
Individual Editorial
Arbitration (International) - Global Market Leaders
Band 4
Individual Editorial
George Kahale chairs and heads the firm's international arbitration practice. He is a popular choice of arbitrator for sovereign states in Latin America, Asia and Africa due to his expertise in handling complex arbitrations, and is also sought after by clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
Arbitration (International) - Latin America - International Counsel
Band 5
Individual Editorial
George Kahale benefits from his experience handling Latin American international arbitration. He has a solid track record of representing governments in investment treaty disputes.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
George is a great advocate, who is very persuasive and well prepared.
International Arbitration: CounselChambers Global GuideGeorge is a great leader and excellent counsel. He is also excellent in advocating and presenting oral arguments.
Arbitration (International)Chambers Global GuideGeorge is brilliant at cross-border issues, is a very experienced lawyer and has a clear and sincere vision of a case.
Arbitration (International)Chambers Global Guide
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