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Public International Law: The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Individual Editorial
Mark Wassouf is recognised for his expert knowledge of investor-state arbitration. He continues to be a popular choice of counsel for high-value BIT disputes, representing both investor claimants and numerous defendant states.
Strengths
Mark understands the international law, especially in the arbitration context. He is very responsive to the client needs.
Mark is extremely knowledgeable in the international law and UK proceedings. He is reliable and effective.
Energy & Natural Resources - UK
Individual Editorial
Mark Wassouf operates an impressively broad practice, much of which relates to disputes in the energy sector. Wassouf is experienced in disputes within mining, oil and gas and conventional power. He capably handles UNCITRAL, ICSID and ICC arbitrations alongside cases heard in the English courts.
Strengths
Mark's written advocacy is good.
International Arbitration - The English Bar - Global Market Leaders
Individual Editorial
Mark Wassouf is well respected in the international arbitration market. He draws on his previous experience as a solicitor, and is highly regarded for his representation in international commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. His fluency in Arabic gives him a strong advantage in instructions emanating from the Middle East.
Strengths
Mark has developed a good all-round practice.
Mark Wassouf is client-friendly, capable, smart and persuasive on his feet.
Mark has a very collaborative approach and is an excellent advocate.
Dispute Resolution: The English Bar - Middle East-wide
Individual Editorial
Mark Wassouf is a fluent Arabic speaker who takes on a mix of commercial and investment treaty arbitration throughout the Middle East. He is increasingly turned to by Middle Eastern governments for cases involving issues of public international law.
Strengths
Mark Wassouf is a great arbitration specialist.