Arbitration (International) | Global

An established market leader with a reputation for excellence in international arbitration and PIL, Debevoise & Plimpton has cultivated an excellent reputation across Latin America, Europe, Middle East and Asia markets. The law firm offers:

• Expertise in securing large arbitral awards in high-profile commercial and investment treaty disputes.

• Representation of both investors and respondent states to act in cases under ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.

• Outstanding experience in 'pure' PIL matters, including state-to-state human rights claims and maritime boundary disputes.

Well regarded for its track record advising global insurers and reinsurers on big-ticket M&A deals. Also active on a range of other transactions, including restructurings and reinsurance transactions, with additional expertise acting on pension buy-ins. Advises on regulatory concerns including Solvency II compliance. Continues to be instructed by a number of major insurers to advise on strategic issues relating to Brexit, including corporate restructuring.

King & Spalding has a premier international practice routinely called upon to handle sophisticated commercial arbitration and investor-state disputes. The firm has a strong footprint in arbitration hubs in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The law firm offers:

• Expertise in handling investor-state proceedings brought under the terms of bilateral investment treaties and the Energy Charter Treaty.

• Knowledge on arbitral proceedings relating to trade agreements, commercial contracts and shareholder claims.

• Experience of high-stakes disputes arising in the oil and gas sector as well as construction arbitration.

Three Crowns is a market-leading global practice skilled at handling both PIL and international arbitration. The firm incorporates teams located across London, Washington DC, Paris and Singapore hubs. The firm offers:

• Expertise in both commercial arbitration and investment treaty claims, particularly in Europe and Latin America.

• Experience representing sovereign states and private sector heavyweights.

• In-depth knowledge of disputes arising in the energy, natural resources and financial services sectors, as well as construction arbitration.

White & Case has an outstanding group with an excellent track record in high-stakes commercial and investor-state arbitrations. The firm provides a global network of offices, with extensive resources in key arbitral centres including Paris, London, New York and Washington, DC. The law firm offers:

• Long-standing experience of disputes under all major institutional rules.

• Expertise in the construction and energy sectors.

• Representation of both sovereign states and market-leading corporations.

Arnold & Porter is a prestigious firm regularly tackling sophisticated, high-value cases under all major arbitral rules. The firm demonstrates proficiency in Latin American disputes and has commendable experience acting for European and Asian states. The law firm offers:

• 'Pure' PIL advisory work on behalf of sovereign states and state-owned entities, encompassing foreign sovereign immunity proceedings, and human rights and maritime boundary issues.

• Evidence of supporting clients in international commercial disputes under ICC, ICDR and JAMS rules.

• Advice on matters derived from the mining, energy, banking and transportation sectors.

Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle has a robust team of PIL and arbitration experts throughout its network. Clients benefit from the firm's global resources located in New York, Paris, London, Dubai and Milan. The law firm offers:

• Representation of sovereign states in international disputes.

• Experience acting as defence counsel in investor-state arbitrations concerning the oil and gas, mining, banking and telecoms sectors.

• Advice on 'pure' PIL matters, including sovereignty disputes, human rights issues, international trade and the Law of the Sea.

Dechert is a highly regarded firm comprising international law specialists skilled in cross-border disputes. Dechert is particularly strong in the European and Latin American markets. The law firm offers:

• A strong background of managing both commercial arbitrations and investor-state disputes on behalf of private entities, states and state-owned institutions.

• In-depth knowledge of ICC and LCIA proceedings and a wealth of experience advocating for the enforcement of arbitral awards.

• Expert representation across a wide range of sectors, including construction, natural resources, transportation and telecoms.

"The Foley Hoag team are very able to deal correctly in complete and effective coordination with difficult and simple matters in a very smooth way. Despite facing several difficulties and obstacles from both the clients and the opponent, they were able to find the appropriate solutions and in record time."

An established arbitration boutique in Paris, Galliard Banifatemi Shelbaya Disputes' practitioners are widely recognised in the market for their:

• Ability to advise on high-value investor-state arbitrations and large-scale international commercial disputes.

• Representation of state-owned entities in energy-related arbitrations, and construction and M&A disputes.

Lalive has an acclaimed group of international arbitration experts headquartered in Geneva, supported by a London-based team. The team is highly respected across the PIL, investor-state and commercial arbitration fields, and the law firm offers:

• A well-regarded investor-state and commercial arbitration practice with particular expertise in the energy, construction, telecoms and mining sectors.

• Expert guidance to governments, state-owned entities, multinationals and high net worth individuals.

• Experience handling significant disputes in the Middle East, Europe, Asia and South America.

Skadden has a significant international arbitration practice, drawing on the resources of a globally-integrated team. It draws on strength across the USA and UK to handle matters across Latin America, Asia and Europe. The law firm offers:

• Representation of states and commercial entities in investment treaty arbitrations.

• Experience advising major corporations and financial institutions on the handling of commercial and shareholder disputes, particularly matters arising in the telecommunications and energy sectors.

• Particular expertise in handling multi-jurisdictional tax and IP disputes.

First-rate non-contentious practice, servicing a diverse and high-calibre client base that includes insurers and reinsurers as well as investment firms, banks and brokers. Handles big-ticket M&A in addition to regulatory and governance matters. Offers substantial international reach owing to its global network of offices. Also handles business restructuring and capital raising within the insurance market. Notable expertise in matters relating to insurance-linked securities.

Renowned global practice DLA Piper demonstrates notable capabilities in both investment treaty and cross-border commercial arbitration. The law firm offers:

• In-depth knowledge of the construction, energy, mining and telecoms sectors.

• Comprehensive coverage of multinational proceedings.

• Experience handling disputes involving African jurisdictions.

Hogan Lovells has a sought-after team offering extensive global coverage and multifaceted expertise. The practice is located in key arbitration hubs including Washington DC, New York, London and Paris. The law firm offers:

• Representation of both sovereign states and multinational corporations in investment treaty disputes.

• Ability to handle big-ticket commercial mandates, with particular strength in construction and energy-related arbitrations and further expertise in the TMT and financial services sectors.

• Experience working in key arbitration hubs globally, including throughout the Asia-Pacific and Latin American regions.

Sidley Austin is a highly-regarded firm with an active presence in the arbitration field. With a particularly strong offering in the USA, Sidley Austin also demonstrates strength in Europe, Asia and Latin America markets. The law firm offers:

• Proficiency representing governments and corporations in international commercial and investor-state disputes before all major arbitration forums.

• Well-established expertise in international trade disputes and experience in cross-border IP matters.

• Significant experience appearing before US courts to enforce overseas arbitral awards.

Baker McKenzie possesses an impressive international arbitration practice with lawyers positioned across key arbitration hubs. The firm excels in navigating complex cross-border disputes and providing clients with strategic advice related to arbitration proceedings. The law firm offers:

Chaffetz Lindsey is a New York boutique that has earned recognition for its deep expertise in cross-border arbitration disputes. The firm is best known for its work in the Americas. The law firm offers:

• Experience in investment treaty and commercial arbitration.

• Notable expertise concerning disputes arising in the energy, construction and insurance sectors.

• Capabilities concerning disputes involving European and Asian jurisdictions.

Fietta is a highly rated London boutique, recognised for its specialist PIL knowledge and background handling major investment treaty arbitrations. The law firm offers:

• Advice for states, international organisations, multinational corporations and private clients across a range of international law matters. 

• A wealth of experience in maritime boundary disputes and human rights matters.

• Strength handling investor-state arbitration and providing expert advice on treaty law.

• Well-versed expertise in European, Middle Eastern and Central Asian disputes.

Kim & Chang is a premier arbitration player in the Asia-Pacific region with key hubs located in Seoul and Hong Kong. The firm's attorneys have extensive experience handling matters concerning Asia, Europe and US markets. The law firm offers:

• Significant experience handling ICC, LCIA and HKIAC proceedings.

• In-depth knowledge of the financial, construction and maritime sectors. 

• Expertise representing both Korean and major multinational clients.

Mayer Brown has a robust international arbitration offering across a number of major jurisdictions including the USA, the UK, France and Brazil. The firm is well placed to deliver advice across a broad spectrum of sectors. The law firm offers:

Peter & Kim has a distinguished arbitration practice that attracts an impressive roster of market-leading clients. The law firm offers: