James Hosking

A founding partner of Chaffetz Lindsey, James Hosking is a recognized expert in international arbitration, having been counsel in over 100 cases and under the rules of all the leading institutions. His recent cases have involved international commercial contracts, corporate acquisitions, energy/power projects, construction/engineering, JV/shareholder disputes, mining, and investment treaty claims. James has a particular interest in Asia-Latin America disputes, having handled over 20 such cases and as a frequent commentator on the topic.

James has also sat as an arbitrator in around 40 commercial and investor-state cases, having been appointed sole arbitrator, chairperson, co-arbitrator and emergency arbitrator. He is a Fellow of the Arbitrators’ and Mediators’ Institute of New Zealand and a member of the ICDR Advisory Board.

James is an Adjunct Professor at NYU School of Law and has lectured on international arbitration at universities globally.

Personal

BA & LLB (Honors) University of Auckland (1990-1994); LLM Harvard Law School (2000). Admitted in NY.

Chambers Review

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International Arbitration: Counsel - USA

Band 1

Individual Editorial

James Hosking divides his practice between serving as counsel and sitting as arbitrator in high value international disputes, including both investment treaty and commercial claims.

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International Arbitration: Arbitrators - USA

Band 2

Individual Editorial

James Hosking divides his practice between serving as counsel and sitting as arbitrator in high value international disputes, including both investment treaty and commercial claims.

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International Arbitration - Brazil

Band 3

Individual Editorial

James Hosking has a solid track record in high-profile disputes seeking indemnification under commercial agreements and in environmental disasters. He is highly respected by sources.

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Arbitration (International) - Global Market Leaders

Band 4

Individual Editorial

James Hosking is a founding partner at Chaffetz Lindsey. James operates a broad practice in high-stakes arbitrations across diverse sectors such as energy, corporate acquisitions, mining, construction, and projects. Hosking has acted as counsel in arbitrations under various arbitral rules such as ICC, UNCITRAL, LCIA, ICSID and HKIAC.

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Arbitration (International) - Latin America - International Counsel

Band 4

Individual Editorial

James Hosking continues to assist clients with commercial and infrastructure construction disputes in Latin America, particularly in Argentina and Mexico. He also advises investors on bilateral investment treaty cases.

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Strengths

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"James is highly sophisticated and talented when it comes to dealing with complex disputes, and fully client-oriented to ensure that the client gets the best level of service."

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"James is an elegant writer and respectful of all points of views."

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"I think he has one of the most brilliant minds, his wit and humour are unparalleled."

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James is one of my go-to options for international arbitration.

International Arbitration respondent
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He is a sophisticated lawyer who is highly experienced in international arbitration.

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James can match a high level of sophistication with his amazing ability to understand different business and its challenges.

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James' drafting style is magnificent and elegant. You feel well being represented by James.

Arbitration (International) respondent
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James is a superb lawyer who is prominent in the arbitration community and has great business sense.

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We've worked with James for a long time. He's really at the top of his game and has an excellent reputation. When you hire James, you're in very capable hands.

Arbitration (International) respondent
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James Hosking is a known commodity. When you hire James, you're in very capable hands.