International Arbitration: Commercial Arbitration | Global

King & Spalding has a substantial international arbitration practice with a global reach, advising parties from South Asia and Europe. It fields a team of experienced advocates, with experience in disputes arising in the energy, shipping, mining and financial services sectors. The team is experienced in handling institutional disputes, including those under ICC, LCIA and AAA rules, as well as ad hoc arbitrations. The firm's notable commercial practice is also bolstered by increasing investor-state expertise. 

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom has a renowned international arbitration practice with significant experience representing clients in the energy, telecommunications, media and natural resources sectors, as well as handling matters for financial service clients. The firm handles arbitral proceedings under a range of institutional rules, such as those of the LCIA, ICSID and UNCITRAL. It is also adept at representing sovereign states and investors in investment treaty cases arising out of the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe.

A&O Shearman is highly regarded for its stellar track record in representing sovereign states and corporates in high-value investment treaty disputes. The firm has considerable experience carrying out its own advocacy before courts and tribunals. It is also adept at handling a number of other PIL matters, such as ECT and BIT claims, sovereign immunity concerns and international treaty drafting. The firm's practitioners regularly appear before tribunals under the auspices of UNCITRAL, ICSID and LCIA rules, among others. The team is experienced across a number of industries, acting for clients in the financial services, energy and telecoms sectors.

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher regularly acts on significant commercial arbitrations and complex investor-state claims, fielding a strong bench of experienced practitioners in both. The firm attracts a variety of clients in the telecommunications, financial services and energy sectors, as well as governments. The team is experienced in handling a wide range of contentious matters, including disputes arising out of joint ventures, infrastructure projects, insurance agreements and commercial contracts. It regularly handles arbitrations before leading arbitral institutions as well as ad hoc disputes.

Latham & Watkins demonstrates extensive experience in disputes with European and Middle Eastern elements. The team is sought after by high-profile clients, including financial institutions, energy companies and telecoms providers. It is also noted for its expertise in arbitral award enforcement matters and for its work in investor-state disputes. The firm is experienced in handling disputes in a range of industries including technology, energy and infrastructure, construction, and mining and minerals. The team represents both governments and commercial entities in arbitrations governed by investment treaties and brought under the Energy Charter Treaty.

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan has a highly respected international arbitration practice with expertise in handling disputes arising in the construction, infrastructure, oil and gas, mining and telecommunications sectors. The firm represents clients in arbitrations conducted under the rules of leading institutions, including the ICC, the LCIA and UNCITRAL. It is also highly regarded for investment treaty work, with expertise in numerous BITs and the Energy Charter Treaty. The team often handles disputes arising out of joint ventures and breach of contract claims.

White & Case has a well-established international arbitration group with significant expertise in disputes arising from large-scale infrastructure projects around the world. The firm has substantial expertise in arbitrations arising in Eastern Europe, particularly within the energy, insurance and financial services sectors. It handles arbitrations across a number of institutions, including the LCIA, the ICC, SIAC, ICSID and UNCITRAL, and in ad hoc proceedings. The team is experienced in handling every aspect of the process, including advocacy. The practice is particularly recognised in the market for its expertise in construction arbitration, while also being increasingly active in investment treaty claims.

Baker Botts is well respected for its strong bench of bilingual and dual-qualified arbitration practitioners. The firm is active across a range of jurisdictions, including those in Europe, the CIS, Latin America and the Middle East. It is experienced in ad hoc and institutional arbitrations, including those under ICC, AAA and LCIA rules, with particular expertise in the construction, energy, natural resources and telecoms sectors. The team also acts for both states and corporations in investment treaty disputes. It is well versed in disputes brought under the Energy Charter Treaty.

Baker McKenzie has a well-known team of arbitration practitioners active in disputes arising in the energy, mining, infrastructure and financial services industries. The firm has notable experience in corporate and company matters, including joint venture issues, shareholder disputes and post-M&A claims. It also advises on arbitral award enforcement matters. The team often represents CIS-based individuals and businesses, and is experienced acting in disputes held under a range of rules, including those of the LCIA and the ICC.

CMS offers sector-specific expertise in key areas, including insurance, energy and construction. The firm also assists clients in the healthcare and financial services sectors. It is able to conduct its own advocacy in arbitration and handles proceedings under leading arbitral institutions such as the ICC and LCIA. The team acts for a client base of market-leading energy, telecommunications and infrastructure companies.

Norton Rose Fulbright has a broad-based commercial arbitration department with particular expertise in financial services and infrastructure. The firm regularly works for companies in the energy and natural resources sector, with work including disputes under the Energy Charter Treaty. It houses a team of professionals with experience in handling ICSID, UNCITRAL, ICC, LCIA and other arbitral proceedings.

Squire Patton Boggs is recognised for its work in the energy and LNG space. The firm undertakes significant international arbitration, often arising from gas price review disputes. The team is also well versed in representing high net worth individuals in proceedings across a range of arbitral seats. The firm has a notable presence in the Middle East and CIS regions.

Reed Smith has a strong international arbitration practice that has a worldwide presence in the energy, construction, mining and telecoms sectors. It has a highly sought-after investor-state practice with an impressive track record in acting for states. The firm is well equipped to handle complex BIT claims and arbitrations under the Energy Charter Treaty. The practice is also increasingly noted for its experience in commercial disputes such as large-scale ICC claims.

Vinson & Elkins fields a strong international arbitration practice out of its London office. The team is highly adept at handling commercial arbitrations, regularly arising out of the energy and construction sectors. The firm also takes instructions on behalf of sovereign states and significant corporate entities based across Latin America, Africa and the Middle East.

Jones Day has a robust international arbitration team that is routinely called upon by clients in the energy, hospitality and construction sectors, among others. It is well versed in handling disputes involving the CIS and Middle East. The firm draws strength from its global presence, with offices in the USA, Europe and Asia. The team is adept at providing counsel on ICC, SIAC and LCIA arbitrations, and boasts experience advising on matters involving niche areas such as climate change-related disputes.

Lalive fields particular expertise in commercial arbitrations. The team is especially adept at handling mandates arising from the energy sector and infrastructure projects. The firm is also adept at handling investor-state disputes.