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John M Townsend
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International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators

Global Market Leaders

5 Years Ranked

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International Arbitration: Arbitrators

USA

13 Years Ranked

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International Arbitration: Counsel

USA

4 Years Ranked

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International Arbitration: Arbitrators - USA

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Individual Editorial
John Townsend serves as both counsel and arbitrator, with particular expertise in investment treaty disputes.
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International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators - Global Market Leaders

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John Townsend is a go-to arbitrator for disputes across the USA and Europe. He regularly appears on matters under ICC, LCIA and ICSID rules.

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International Arbitration: Counsel - USA

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John Townsend serves as both counsel and arbitrator, with particular expertise in investment treaty disputes.
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Strengths

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"John is an excellent lawyer, very smart and responsive."

International Arbitration: Arbitrators respondent
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"I have an experience with him both as an advocate and arbitrator, he is a leading light."

International Arbitration: Arbitrators respondent
Chambers Global Guide

"He has a really good reputation as an arbitrator."

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Chambers Global Guide

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