Matthew Coleman

Ranked in 2 Practice Areas

Band 3

Public International Law

UK-wide

4 Years Ranked

Band 5

International Arbitration

UK-wide

7 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides

Global 2026

About

Provided by Matthew Coleman

Practice Areas

Investor-State Arbitration | International Arbitration | Commercial Trials & Litigation | Financial Services

Career

Matthew Coleman's international arbitration and public international law practice has a particular focus on acting as lead counsel in investment disputes between States and foreign investors (ISDS), including at the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) and the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA). His cases have spanned Africa, the Americas, Asia and Europe, across all manner of sectors. He is the chair of Steptoe's Investment Treaty Arbitration practice. Matthew has been engaged by both investors and States.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Public International Law - UK-wide

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Matthew Coleman is chair of Steptoe & Johnson's investment treaty arbitration practice. He is recognised for his representation of Africa-based entities, including state governments, in significant investment treaty and ICSID proceedings, and also has strong working knowledge of BIT issues.

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International Arbitration - UK-wide

Band 5

Individual Editorial

Matthew Coleman is chair of the firm's investment treaty arbitration practice. He demonstrates particular prowess acting in disputes involving African states and has notable strength in handling issues concerning the energy and mining sectors.

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