Philipp Kurek

Practice Areas

Philipp specialises in international arbitration, with a practice evenly split between investor-state and commercial disputes. He represents clients in institutional and ad hoc arbitrations worldwide, combining strategic legal insight with commercial acumen.

Investment Arbitration:

Philipp has extensive experience acting for investors in high-value treaty disputes, particularly under the ICSID and UNCITRAL Rules. His mandates have spanned industries including technology, telecommunications, energy, infrastructure, real estate, financial services, health care, and aerospace. He has represented clients in claims against states across Central and South America, the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa, and is recognised for his ability to navigate the intersection of public international law and complex commercial realities.

Commercial Arbitration:

In parallel, Philipp regularly acts for clients in high-stakes commercial arbitrations under all major institutional rules. His practice covers disputes arising from joint ventures, shareholder agreements, finance, private equity/M&A transactions, licensing, pharma and life sciences, and regulatory issues, as well as broader contractual and non-contractual claims. He is known for guiding clients through cross-border disputes with a focus on strategy, efficiency, and outcome.

Career

Associate, Kirkland & Ellis (2011-2017; Partner, Kirkland & Ellis (2017-2023); Partner, Signature Litigation (2023-present).

Languages Spoken

Philipp is fluent in both English and German.