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Peter Goldsmith KC

Peter Goldsmith KC

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 Fountain Court Chambers

Ranked in 4 practice areas

International Arbitration

UK

4 years ranked

Commercial and Corporate Litigation

UK

4 years ranked

Arbitration (International)

Europe-wide

14 years ranked

International Arbitration

UK

3 years ranked

International Arbitration

UK

3 years ranked

International Arbitration

UK

3 years ranked

International Arbitration

UK

3 years ranked

General Business Law: Dispute Resolution

Belize

11 years ranked

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Chambers Global Guide

International Arbitration - UK

Band 1
Individual Editorial
Peter Goldsmith KC is co-managing partner of the firm's London office, and is widely acknowledged for his extensive arbitration practice. He has an exceptional portfolio of market-leading international commercial and investor-treaty disputes.
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Commercial and Corporate Litigation - UK

Band 2
Individual Editorial
Peter Goldsmith is the chair of European and Asian litigation at Debevoise & Plimpton, as well as co-managing partner of the London office. He regularly appears as an advocate before the courts on behalf of HNW individuals and large corporate entities involved in major commercial disputes.
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Arbitration (International) - Europe-wide

Band 2
Individual Editorial

Peter Goldsmith KC is widely held in high esteem for his advocacy skills and excellence in handling prominent investor state and commercial arbitrations across Europe.

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General Business Law: Dispute Resolution - Belize

Belize, expertise based abroad in UK
Individual Editorial

Peter Goldsmith KC of Debevoise & Plimpton LLP offers advice on a wide range of international disputes, and is active from his base in London. In Belize, he is known for his track record in handling matters surrounding human rights and constitutional law.

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International Arbitration - UK

Foreign expert in India
Individual Editorial
Peter Goldsmith KC is co-managing partner of the firm's London office, and is widely acknowledged for his extensive arbitration practice. He has an exceptional portfolio of market-leading international commercial and investor-treaty disputes.Peter Goldsmith KC is co-managing partner of the firm's London office, and is widely acknowledged for his extensive arbitration practice. He has an exceptional portfolio of market-leading international commercial and investor-treaty disputes.Peter Goldsmith KC is co-managing partner of the firm's London office, and is widely acknowledged for his extensive arbitration practice. He has an exceptional portfolio of market-leading international commercial and investor-treaty disputes.Peter Goldsmith KC is co-managing partner of the firm's London office, and is widely acknowledged for his extensive arbitration practice. He has an exceptional portfolio of market-leading international commercial and investor-treaty disputes.
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Strengths

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  • Peter is a great asset to the team.

    International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide

  • Peter is a true star in international arbitration. He completely masters the environment, and his skills in cross-examination are impressive.

    International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide

  • Lord Goldsmith benefits from a huge amount of respect from the court. He is a fantastic advocate.

    Commercial and Corporate LitigationChambers Global Guide

  • Lord Goldsmith is a genuine rainmaker. He is a superb litigation strategist and clients trust him to manage the most high-profile, high-value and complex cases.

    Commercial and Corporate LitigationChambers Global Guide

  • Peter is so charming and delightful to work with.

    Commercial and Corporate LitigationChambers Global Guide

Ranked Barristers at Fountain Court Chambers (85)

Asia-Pacific Region

Belize

Europe-wide

Global Market Leaders

Middle East-wide

Singapore

UK

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