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Yasmine Lahlou

Yasmine Lahlou

Global 2026

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Ranked in 3 practice areas

About

Provided by Chaffetz Lindsey LLP

Global

Practice Areas

International Arbitration; Commercial Litigation.

Career

Yasmine joined Chaffetz Lindsey in 2009 after having worked at Clifford Chance (New York) and Castaldi Mourre & Partners (Paris). She has over twenty years of experience in international arbitration and litigation and civil and common law systems. Yasmine represents clients in arbitration proceedings conducted under the ICC, ICDR, LCIA, UNCITRAL and ad hoc rules, in a broad range of commercial disputes including those energy-related construction disputes, post M&A disputes, supply agreements, in addition to investor state disputes in ad hoc or institutional fora. She has acted as a sole and co-arbitrator in ICC, CRCICA, and Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC) arbitrations.

Personal

University of Texas; Paris X–Nanterre University. Fluent in English, French and Italian.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

International Arbitration - Brazil

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Yasmine Lahlou garners praise for her expertise in handling a broad range of arbitration matters in Brazil. She is the leader of the Brazil practice for Chaffetz Lindsey, and her work is strongly endorsed by market sources.

International Arbitration: Counsel - USA

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial
Yasmine Lahlou is experienced in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. She has particular expertise in matters involving the energy and construction industries. Yasmine is also adept in handling enforcement matters.

Arbitration (International) - Latin America - International Counsel

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial
Yasmine Lahlou is adept at handling commercial arbitrations in Latin America arising out of joint operating agreement disputes and construction claims.

Arbitration (International) - Global Market Leaders

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial

Yasmine Lahlou has a broad arbitration practice that includes expertise in the US and Latin American markets. Given her fluency in English, French and Italian, she often attracts international clients and has strong experience advising across a range of sectors when it comes to commercial and investment treaty cases.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Yasmine has been very active handling international arbitration cases in Brazil.

    International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide
  • Yasmine Lahlou is the most experienced lawyer I know in international arbitration.

    International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide
  • Yasmine is one of the best female lawyers in international arbitration. She is very flexible and knowledgeable about the Latin American market.

    International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide
  • Yasmine Lahlou's multicultural and highly technical background allows her to see beyond the obvious and adds significant value to the disputes she is involved in.

    International ArbitrationChambers Global Guide
  • Yasmine is a thoughtful and smart lawyer. She stands out in my mind as an effective advocate.

    International Arbitration: CounselChambers Global Guide
  • Yasmine is incredibly bright and super collegiate to work with.

    International Arbitration: CounselChambers Global Guide

Ranked Individuals at Chaffetz Lindsey LLP (19)

Brazil

Global Market Leaders

Latin America - International Counsel

USA

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