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Rankings overview for Lawyers

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Band 1

  1. Abby Cohen Smutny
    Abby Cohen Smutny White & Case LLP23 Years Ranked
  2. Carolyn Lamm
    Carolyn Lamm White & Case LLP24 Years Ranked
  3. Doak Bishop King & Spalding LLP22 Years Ranked
  4. James Hosking
    James Hosking Chaffetz Lindsey LLP15 Years Ranked
  5. José I Astigarraga
    José I Astigarraga Reed Smith LLP23 Years Ranked
  6. Julie Bédard
    Julie Bédard Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates15 Years Ranked
  7. Nigel Blackaby KC
    Nigel Blackaby KC Freshfields US LLP23 Years Ranked
  8. Paul Friedland
    Paul Friedland White & Case LLP23 Years Ranked
  9. Catherine AmirfarDebevoise & Plimpton LLP
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Band 2

  1. Ank Santens
    Ank Santens White & Case LLP13 Years Ranked
  2. C Mark Baker Norton Rose Fulbright20 Years Ranked
  3. Christian Leathley
    Christian Leathley Herbert Smith Freehills17 Years Ranked
  4. Edward Kehoe
    Edward Kehoe King & Spalding LLP14 Years Ranked
  5. James L Loftis
    James L Loftis Vinson & Elkins LLP25 Years Ranked
  6. John V H Pierce Latham & Watkins LLP15 Years Ranked
  7. Luke A Sobota
    Luke A Sobota Three Crowns LLP8 Years Ranked
  8. Marney Cheek
    Marney Cheek Covington & Burling LLP12 Years Ranked
  9. Noiana Marigo
    Noiana Marigo Freshfields US LLP14 Years Ranked
  10. Paolo Di Rosa
    Paolo Di Rosa Arnold & Porter19 Years Ranked
  11. Samaa A Haridi
    Samaa A Haridi King & Spalding LLP13 Years Ranked
  12. John M TownsendHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
  13. Mark W FriedmanDebevoise & Plimpton LLP
  14. Rachael D KentWilmerHale
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Band 3

  1. Aníbal Martin Sabater
    Aníbal Martin Sabater Chaffetz Lindsey LLP15 Years Ranked
  2. Arif H Ali
    Arif H Ali AHALI Dispute Resolution15 Years Ranked
  3. Elliot Friedman
    Elliot Friedman Freshfields US LLP9 Years Ranked
  4. George Kahale III Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP14 Years Ranked
  5. Hagit Elul Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP6 Years Ranked
  6. Henry Guy Burnett
    Henry Guy Burnett King & Spalding LLP14 Years Ranked
  7. Joseph R Profaizer
    Joseph R Profaizer Linklaters13 Years Ranked
  8. Kate Brown de Vejar
    Kate Brown de Vejar DLA Piper Mexico, S.C.5 Years Ranked
  9. Kevin O'Gorman Norton Rose Fulbright14 Years Ranked
  10. Mélida Hodgson Arnold & Porter7 Years Ranked
  11. Michael Ostrove
    Michael Ostrove DLA Piper LLP (US)13 Years Ranked
  12. Michael S Goldberg
    Michael S Goldberg Baker Botts L.L.P.15 Years Ranked
  13. Oliver J Armas
    Oliver J Armas Hogan Lovells US LLP17 Years Ranked
  14. Peter J W Sherwin
    Peter J W Sherwin Proskauer Rose LLP14 Years Ranked
  15. Rahim Moloo
    Rahim Moloo Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP8 Years Ranked
  16. Tai-Heng Cheng
    Tai-Heng Cheng Sidley Austin LLP11 Years Ranked
  17. Timothy G Nelson
    Timothy G Nelson Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates13 Years Ranked
  18. Daniel TanDan Tan Law
  19. Dietmar PragerDebevoise & Plimpton LLP
  20. Ina C PopovaDebevoise & Plimpton LLP
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Band 4

  1. Caline Mouawad
    Caline Mouawad Chaffetz Lindsey LLP6 Years Ranked
  2. Camilo Cardozo
    Camilo Cardozo Vinson & Elkins LLP11 Years Ranked
  3. Caroline Richard
    Caroline Richard Freshfields US LLP6 Years Ranked
  4. Claudia Frutos-Peterson
    Claudia Frutos-Peterson Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP7 Years Ranked
  5. Craig Miles
    Craig Miles King & Spalding LLP16 Years Ranked
  6. Daniel E González
    Daniel E González Hogan Lovells US LLP19 Years Ranked
  7. David M Orta Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP14 Years Ranked
  8. Jennifer Permesly
    Jennifer Permesly Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates11 Years Ranked
  9. John L Gardiner
    John L Gardiner Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates15 Years Ranked
  10. Jonathan Hamilton
    Jonathan Hamilton Paul Hastings LLP17 Years Ranked
  11. Maria Chedid
    Maria Chedid Arnold & Porter10 Years Ranked
  12. Melissa Stear Gorsline
    Melissa Stear Gorsline Jones Day4 Years Ranked
  13. Miriam Harwood
    Miriam Harwood Katten5 Years Ranked
  14. Patrick W Pearsall
    Patrick W Pearsall A&O Shearman6 Years Ranked
  15. Richard C Lorenzo
    Richard C Lorenzo Hogan Lovells US LLP17 Years Ranked
  16. Yasmine Lahlou
    Yasmine Lahlou Chaffetz Lindsey LLP12 Years Ranked
  17. Alexander YanosAlston & Bird LLP
  18. Gaela Gehring FloresHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
  19. Natalie ReidDebevoise & Plimpton LLP
  20. Rachel W ThornCooley LLP
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Band 5

  1. Amal Bouchenaki
    Amal Bouchenaki Herbert Smith Freehills5 Years Ranked
  2. Christina G Hioureas
    Christina G Hioureas Foley Hoag LLP6 Years Ranked
  3. Damien Nyer
    Damien Nyer White & Case LLP3 Years Ranked
  4. David Pinsky
    David Pinsky Covington & Burling LLP2 Years Ranked
  5. Elizabeth Snodgrass
    Elizabeth Snodgrass Three Crowns LLP5 Years Ranked
  6. Ian Laird Crowell & Moring LLP4 Years Ranked
  7. Jennifer Haworth McCandless
    Jennifer Haworth McCandless Baker Botts L.L.P.5 Years Ranked
  8. Kiera Gans
    Kiera Gans DLA Piper LLP (US)6 Years Ranked
  9. Lee M. Caplan ArentFox Schiff LLP4 Years Ranked
  10. Mark McNeill Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP4 Years Ranked
  11. Martin Gusy
    Martin Gusy Bracewell LLP4 Years Ranked
  12. Miguel López Forastier
    Miguel López Forastier Covington & Burling LLP13 Years Ranked
  13. Nicole Duclos
    Nicole Duclos Covington & Burling LLP14 Years Ranked
  14. Ricardo Ugarte
    Ricardo Ugarte Winston & Strawn LLP7 Years Ranked
  15. Stephen Anway
    Stephen Anway Squire Patton Boggs4 Years Ranked
  16. Alexandre de GramontWomble Bond Dickinson US LLP
  17. Ari D MacKinnonCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
  18. Marc SuskinCooley LLP
  19. Meriam N Al-RashidEversheds Sutherland (US) LLP
  20. William O'BrienEversheds Sutherland (US) LLP
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Band 6

  1. Allan B Moore
    Allan B Moore Covington & Burling LLP6 Years Ranked
  2. Andrew M Behrman
    Andrew M Behrman Baker Botts L.L.P.2 Years Ranked
  3. Ben Love
    Ben Love Baker Botts L.L.P.3 Years Ranked
  4. Charline O. Yim
    Charline O. Yim Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP1 Years Ranked
  5. Constantinos Salonidis
    Constantinos Salonidis Foley Hoag LLP3 Years Ranked
  6. Érica Franzetti
    Érica Franzetti King & Spalding LLP8 Years Ranked
  7. Frances Bivens
    Frances Bivens Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP4 Years Ranked
  8. Francisco A. Rodriguez
    Francisco A. Rodriguez Reed Smith LLP4 Years Ranked
  9. Greg Williams
    Greg Williams Sidley Austin LLP1 Years Ranked
  10. Gretta Walters Chaffetz Lindsey LLP1 Years Ranked
  11. Jose F. Sanchez
    Jose F. Sanchez Vinson & Elkins LLP8 Years Ranked
  12. Lauren Friedman King & Spalding LLP1 Years Ranked
  13. Matthew Weldon K&L Gates1 Years Ranked
  14. Silvia Marchili
    Silvia Marchili White & Case LLP8 Years Ranked
  15. Steven L Smith
    Steven L Smith Jones Day13 Years Ranked
  16. Viren Mascarenhas
    Viren Mascarenhas Milbank LLP5 Years Ranked
  17. Danielle MorrisWilmerHale
  18. James BoykinHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
  19. Jeffrey RosenthalCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
  20. Kenneth B ReisenfeldBakerHostetler LLP
  21. Lisa RichmanMcDermott Will & Emery LLP
  22. Matthew D RichardsonAlston & Bird LLP
  23. Remy GerbayHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
  24. Sashe D DimitroffBakerHostetler LLP
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Up and Coming

  1. Andrew Finn Sullivan & Cromwell LLP1 Years Ranked
  2. Lee Rovinescu Freshfields US LLP2 Years Ranked
  3. Nicholas O. Kennedy Baker McKenzie1 Years Ranked
  4. Nicola Peart
    Nicola Peart Three Crowns LLP1 Years Ranked
  5. Tafadzwa Pasipanodya
    Tafadzwa Pasipanodya Foley Hoag LLP3 Years Ranked
  6. David AttanasioWomble Bond Dickinson US LLP
  7. Floriane LavaudWithers Bergman LLP
  8. Laura SinisterraDebevoise & Plimpton LLP

Associates to watch

  1. Douglas Pilawa Squire Patton Boggs1 Years Ranked
  2. Paige Von Mehren Freshfields US LLP1 Years Ranked
  3. Kabir DuggalArnold & Porter

All Lawyers profiles

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Band 1

  1. Abby Cohen Smutny
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    Abby Cohen Smutny
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    Abby Cohen Smutny is particularly noted for her representation of states and investors in complex treaty arbitrations. She serves as global head of the firm's international arbitration practice.
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  2. Carolyn Lamm
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    Carolyn Lamm
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 1 | 24 Years Ranked
    Carolyn Lamm is highly experienced in representing corporates as well as sovereign states in sophisticated high value arbitrations. Her expertise includes both investor-state and commercial claims.
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    Doak Bishop
    King & Spalding LLP
    King & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 1 | 22 Years Ranked
    Doak Bishop is held in high esteem for his expert handling of commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. He is particularly regarded for his prowess in disputes concerning the construction, energy, and oil and gas sectors as both advocate and arbitrator.
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  4. James Hosking
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    James Hosking
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked
    James Hosking divides his practice between serving as counsel and sitting as arbitrator in high value international disputes, including both investment treaty and commercial claims.
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  5. José I Astigarraga
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    José I Astigarraga
    Reed Smith LLP
    Reed Smith LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    José Astigarraga is the global head of the practice. He is held in high regard for his expertise in complex and high value commercial disputes, fielding particular strength in Latin America matters.
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  6. Julie Bédard
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    Julie Bédard
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked
    Julie Bédard centers her highly acclaimed practice on complex commercial arbitrations and has notable experience with disputes concerning Latin America.
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  7. Nigel Blackaby KC
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    Nigel Blackaby KC
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    Nigel Blackaby KC offers a wealth of experience acting for both investors and states and is particularly esteemed for his expertise in Latin America matters.
    Key sectors
    Agriculture and Agribusiness|Aviation and Aerospace|Energy and Utilities|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Resources and Mining
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  8. Paul Friedland
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    Paul Friedland
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    Paul Friedland is a long-standing figure in the market and maintains an active practice acting both as counsel and sitting as an arbitrator in high profile international arbitrations. He garners praise for his expert handling of both commercial and investment treaty matters.
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  9. Catherine Amirfar
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. Ank Santens
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    Ank Santens
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 13 Years Ranked
    Ank Santens is held in high regard for her expertise in investor-state arbitrations and is experienced in advising both investors and states. She is increasingly recognized for her work as arbitrator as well as counsel.
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    C Mark Baker
    Norton Rose Fulbright | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 20 Years Ranked
    Mark Baker divides his time between serving as counsel and sitting as arbitrator in commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
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  3. Christian Leathley
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    Christian Leathley
    Herbert Smith Freehills
    Herbert Smith Freehills | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 17 Years Ranked
    Christian Leathley is experienced in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations, with notable experience in Latin America-related matters.
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  4. Edward Kehoe
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    Edward Kehoe
    King & Spalding LLP
    King & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked
    Edward Kehoe has notable expertise in high value commercial and investment treaty arbitrations concerning the energy sector, acting for an impressively high profile client base.
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  5. James L Loftis
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    James L Loftis
    Vinson & Elkins LLP
    Vinson & Elkins LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 25 Years Ranked
    James Loftis maintains an excellent reputation for his expertise in international arbitrations concerning construction and oil and gas disputes. He offers experience in commercial and investor-state matters.
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    John V H Pierce
    Latham & Watkins LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked
    John Pierce centers his practice on commercial arbitrations and is particularly adept at handling matters in the commercial, energy and intellectual property sectors.
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  7. Luke A Sobota
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    Luke A Sobota
    Three Crowns LLP
    Three Crowns LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 8 Years Ranked
    Luke Sobota counsels high profile clients across big-ticket commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
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  8. Marney Cheek
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    Marney Cheek
    Covington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 12 Years Ranked
    Marney Cheek's specific areas of strength include both investment arbitration and commercial proceedings.
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  9. Noiana Marigo
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    Noiana Marigo
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked
    Noiana Marigo provides high quality advice to clients involved in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. She is active in a range of industries such as aviation, energy and telecommunication.
    Key sectors
    Agriculture and Agribusiness|Energy and Utilities|Financial Services|Property, Construction and Infrastructure|Resources and Mining
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  10. Paolo Di Rosa
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    Paolo Di Rosa
    Arnold & Porter | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 19 Years Ranked
    Paolo Di Rosa has a wealth of experience handling investment treaty arbitrations and is noted for his Latin America expertise.
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  11. Samaa A Haridi
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    Samaa A Haridi
    King & Spalding LLP
    King & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2 | 13 Years Ranked
    Samaa Haridi is regularly called upon to advise clients on complex investment treaty and commercial arbitrations.
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  12. John M Townsend
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2
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  13. Mark W Friedman
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2
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  14. Rachael D Kent
    WilmerHale | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 2
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Band 3

  1. Aníbal Martin Sabater
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    Aníbal Martin Sabater
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 15 Years Ranked
    Aníbal Martin Sabater's practice has particular strength in Latin American matters, but he is well placed to advise on both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations across wide-ranging jurisdictions.
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  2. Arif H Ali
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    Arif H Ali
    AHALI Dispute Resolution | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 15 Years Ranked
    Arif Ali acts for clients in both investment treaty and commercial arbitrations, with notable expertise in oil and gas and telecommunications matters. His practice also includes enforcing arbitral awards.
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  3. Elliot Friedman
    3
    Elliot Friedman
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 9 Years Ranked
    Elliot Friedman's notable experience sees him regularly advise on high value and complex commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
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    George Kahale III
    Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
    George Kahale maintains his excellent reputation for state-side representation in investment treaty arbitrations.
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    Hagit Elul
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Hagit Elul acts as counsel for a wide range of clients involved in international disputes, including those from the energy and pharmaceutical sectors.
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  6. Henry Guy Burnett
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    Henry Guy Burnett
    King & Spalding LLP
    King & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
    Henry Guy Burnett is particularly well regarded for his expertise in disputes involving Latin America. He is experienced in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
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  7. Joseph R Profaizer
    3
    Joseph R Profaizer
    Linklaters
    Linklaters | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked
    Joseph Profaizer is particularly adept at handling commercial arbitrations, with notable expertise in acting for clients in the pharmaceutical, mining and technology sectors.
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  8. Kate Brown de Vejar
    3
    Kate Brown de Vejar
    DLA Piper Mexico, S.C. | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Kate Brown de Vejar has significant experience in appearing in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. She is active in a range of sectors, including construction, energy and financial services.
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    Kevin O'Gorman
    Norton Rose Fulbright | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
    Kevin O'Gorman's practice spans both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations, with standout expertise in energy-related disputes.
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    Mélida Hodgson
    Arnold & Porter | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Mélida Hodgson is held in high regard for her expertise in investor-state arbitration matters and is also experienced in commercial arbitration. She remains a popular choice for governments and state-owned entities, with notable experience in disputes concerning the infrastructure sector. She is also noted for her work as an arbitrator.
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  11. Michael Ostrove
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    Michael Ostrove
    DLA Piper LLP (US) | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked

    Michael Ostrove  is an experienced practitioner who regularly represents investors and states in complex investor-state arbitrations under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.

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  12. Michael S Goldberg
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    Michael S Goldberg
    Baker Botts L.L.P.
    Baker Botts L.L.P. | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 15 Years Ranked
    Michael Goldberg attracts particular praise for his experience in disputes concerning the energy and chemical sectors.
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  13. Oliver J Armas
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    Oliver J Armas
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 17 Years Ranked
    Oliver Armas centers his practice on commercial arbitrations, with experience acting for clients from a range of industries.
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  14. Peter J W Sherwin
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    Peter J W Sherwin
    Proskauer Rose LLP
    Proskauer Rose LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
    Peter Sherwin is noted for his expert handling of commercial arbitrations as well as enforcing arbitration awards. He is particularly experienced in acting for clients in the hospitality, manufacturing and technology sectors.
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  15. Rahim Moloo
    3
    Rahim Moloo
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 8 Years Ranked
    Rahim Moloo is held in high regard for his expert handling of commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. His practice also includes enforcing arbitral awards in the courts.
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  16. Tai-Heng Cheng
    3
    Tai-Heng Cheng
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked
    Tai-Heng Cheng maintains an active practice serving as both counsel and arbitrator in international disputes relating to commercial and investment arbitrations.
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  17. Timothy G Nelson
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    Timothy G Nelson
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked
    Timothy Nelson's practice includes appearing in both investment treaty and commercial arbitrations.
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  18. Daniel Tan
    Dan Tan Law | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3
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  19. Dietmar Prager
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3
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  20. Ina C Popova
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. Caline Mouawad
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    Caline Mouawad
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    Caline Mouawad has a growing reputation for her work on both commercial and investor-state matters. She is highlighted for her fluency in French and Arabic, as well as her impressive advocacy skills.
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  2. Camilo Cardozo
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    Camilo Cardozo
    Vinson & Elkins LLP
    Vinson & Elkins LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 11 Years Ranked
    Camilo Cardozo is particularly adept at advising on disputes concerning Latin America, with his practice spanning both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
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  3. Caroline Richard
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    Caroline Richard
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    Caroline Richard regularly advises clients on investor-state arbitrations, including matters in the energy and power sector.
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  4. Claudia Frutos-Peterson
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    Claudia Frutos-Peterson
    Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    Claudia Frutos-Peterson garners praise for her expertise in investment treaty arbitrations, while also offering strength in commercial claims.
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  5. Craig Miles
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    Craig Miles
    King & Spalding LLP
    King & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 16 Years Ranked
    Craig Miles has particular expertise in disputes concerning Latin America and is also adept at advising on matters involving the oil and mining sectors.
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  6. Daniel E González
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    Daniel E González
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 19 Years Ranked
    Daniel González's practice spans both commercial and investment treaty disputes, and draws on wider litigation capabilities.
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    David M Orta
    Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
    Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 14 Years Ranked
    David Orta receives praise for his expertise across commercial and investment treaty disputes, in addition to his particular strength in Latin America-related matters.
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  8. Jennifer Permesly
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    Jennifer Permesly
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 11 Years Ranked
    Jennifer Permesly is particularly adept at handling Latin American-related disputes and has experience with both commercial and investor-state arbitrations.
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  9. John L Gardiner
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    John L Gardiner
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 15 Years Ranked
    John Gardiner has a wealth of expertise spanning complex commercial and investment treaty arbitrations brought under a range of rules.
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  10. Jonathan Hamilton
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    Jonathan Hamilton
    Paul Hastings LLP
    Paul Hastings LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 17 Years Ranked
    Jonathan Hamilton is noted for his prowess in Latin America-related matters. His practice is centered on investment treaty arbitrations, and he counts both investors and states among his clients.
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  11. Maria Chedid
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    Maria Chedid
    Arnold & Porter | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 10 Years Ranked
    Maria Chedid has an excellent capacity to effectively handle both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
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  12. Melissa Stear Gorsline
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    Melissa Stear Gorsline
    Jones Day
    Jones Day | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked
    Melissa Stear Gorsline earns high praise for acting in investor-state arbitrations, as well as offering strength in complex international commercial disputes.
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  13. Miriam Harwood
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    Miriam Harwood
    Katten
    Katten | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Miriam Harwood is particularly noted for her expertise in investment treaty arbitrations and is experienced in acting for both states and investors. She is also skilled in handling commercial arbitrations.
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  14. Patrick W Pearsall
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    Patrick W Pearsall
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    Patrick Pearsall is particularly noted for his expertise in treaty arbitrations, in which he draws on impressive experience as Chief of Investment Arbitration in the US State Department. He also takes on commercial arbitrations.
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  15. Richard C Lorenzo
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    Richard C Lorenzo
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 17 Years Ranked
    Richard Lorenzo advises clients on both commercial and investment treaty disputes, with notable expertise in Latin America-related matters.
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  16. Yasmine Lahlou
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    Yasmine Lahlou
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4 | 12 Years Ranked
    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.
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  17. Alexander Yanos
    Alston & Bird LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4
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  18. Gaela Gehring Flores
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4
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  19. Natalie Reid
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4
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  20. Rachel W Thorn
    Cooley LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 4
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Band 5

  1. Amal Bouchenaki
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    Amal Bouchenaki
    Herbert Smith Freehills
    Herbert Smith Freehills | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years Ranked
    Amal Bouchenaki has expertise in commercial and investment treaty arbitration and is particularly noted for her adept handling of matters related to Africa and Latin America.
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  2. Christina G Hioureas
    5
    Christina G Hioureas
    Foley Hoag LLP
    Foley Hoag LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 6 Years Ranked
    Christina Hioureas has a growing reputation as both arbitrator and counsel, with particular experience in arbitrating international commercial disputes.
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  3. Damien Nyer
    5
    Damien Nyer
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years Ranked
    New York-based partner Damien Nyer is recognized for his expertise in investment treaty arbitrations, often acting for states across South and East Asia and Europe.
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  4. David Pinsky
    5
    David Pinsky
    Covington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked
    David Pinsky has a wide-ranging disputes practice which sees him regularly engaged in commercial and investment treaty arbitration disputes and in related litigation work.
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  5. Elizabeth Snodgrass
    5
    Elizabeth Snodgrass
    Three Crowns LLP
    Three Crowns LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years Ranked
    Elizabeth Snodgrass is particularly well regarded for her expertise in the energy and mining sector and handles both commercial and investment treaty disputes.
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  6. 5
    Ian Laird
    Crowell & Moring LLP
    Crowell & Moring LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Ian Laird is highly sought after for his investor-state arbitration knowledge and experience under different treaty rules.
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  7. Jennifer Haworth McCandless
    5
    Jennifer Haworth McCandless
    Baker Botts L.L.P.
    Baker Botts L.L.P. | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years Ranked
    Jennifer McCandless has notable experience acting for states, with particular expertise in matters involving Latin America.
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  8. Kiera Gans
    5
    Kiera Gans
    DLA Piper LLP (US) | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 6 Years Ranked
    Kiera Gans is experienced in acting on behalf of a range of parties involved in both commercial and international arbitrations. She is adept at handling arbitrations under various rules.
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  9. 5
    Lee M. Caplan
    ArentFox Schiff LLP
    ArentFox Schiff LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Lee Caplan of ArentFox Schiff leverages experience both at UNCITRAL and at the US Department of State when advising on high-stakes investment treaty arbitrations.
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  10. 5
    Mark McNeill
    Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
    Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Mark McNeill has experience in both arbitration and litigation proceedings, including ICSID and UNCITRAL disputes.
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  11. Martin Gusy
    5
    Martin Gusy
    Bracewell LLP
    Bracewell LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Martin Gusy of Bracewell is regularly turned to by both sovereign and corporate clients for his expertise in investment treaty arbitration claims, as well as commercial disputes.
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  12. Miguel López Forastier
    5
    Miguel López Forastier
    Covington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 13 Years Ranked
    Miguel López Forastier is praised for his expertise in investor-state arbitrations. He is adept at handling matters involving Latin America as well as those concerning the energy sector.
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  13. Nicole Duclos
    5
    Nicole Duclos
    Covington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 14 Years Ranked
    Nicole Duclos comes particularly recommended for her expertise in international commercial arbitrations, as well as her handling of enforcement proceedings.
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  14. Ricardo Ugarte
    5
    Ricardo Ugarte
    Winston & Strawn LLP
    Winston & Strawn LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 7 Years Ranked
    Ricardo Ugarte has substantial experience in advocating in both commercial and investment arbitrations.
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  15. Stephen Anway
    5
    Stephen Anway
    Squire Patton Boggs
    Squire Patton Boggs | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Stephen Anway regularly acts for states in investment treaty disputes as well as handling commercial mandates. His practice includes a focus on natural gas arbitrations.
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  16. Alexandre de Gramont
    Womble Bond Dickinson US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5
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  17. Ari D MacKinnon
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5
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  18. Marc Suskin
    Cooley LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5
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  19. Meriam N Al-Rashid
    Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5
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  20. William O'Brien
    Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 5
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6

Band 6

  1. Allan B Moore
    6
    Allan B Moore
    Covington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 6 Years Ranked
    Allan Moore centers his practice on commercial arbitrations, counting a host of multinational corporations among his clients.
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  2. Andrew M Behrman
    6
    Andrew M Behrman
    Baker Botts L.L.P.
    Baker Botts L.L.P. | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 2 Years Ranked
    Andrew Behrman has a robust commercial disputes practice that sees him representing clients in a wide range of commercial international arbitration issues, particularly in the energy sector.
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  3. Ben Love
    6
    Ben Love
    Baker Botts L.L.P.
    Baker Botts L.L.P. | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 3 Years Ranked
    Ben Love of Bois Schiller Flexner is increasingly recognized for his handling of international commercial and investment arbitrations.
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  4. Charline O. Yim
    6
    Charline O. Yim
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years Ranked
    New York-based Charline Yim has notable experience handling investment treaty and commercial arbitrations, often under the auspices of the ICC and ICSID.
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  5. Constantinos Salonidis
    6
    Constantinos Salonidis
    Foley Hoag LLP
    Foley Hoag LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 3 Years Ranked
    Constantinos Salonidis is the global cochair of Foley Hoag's international litigation and arbitration department. He regularly acts for sovereigns in a range of investor-state disputes.
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  6. Érica Franzetti
    6
    Érica Franzetti
    King & Spalding LLP
    King & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 8 Years Ranked
    Érica Franzetti is highlighted for her expertise in international arbitrations involving Latin America. Her practice includes both commercial and investor-state disputes.
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  7. Frances Bivens
    6
    Frances Bivens
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 4 Years Ranked
    Frances Bivens of Davis Polk & Wardwell draws from her experience as a litigator and is well versed in enforcing arbitral awards. She has also developed a sophisticated arbitration practice where she acts as counsel in commercial arbitrations.
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  8. Francisco A. Rodriguez
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    Francisco A. Rodriguez
    Reed Smith LLP
    Reed Smith LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 4 Years Ranked
    Francisco Rodriguez has broad expertise in the international arbitration sphere, handling both commercial and investment arbitrations.
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  9. Greg Williams
    6
    Greg Williams
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years Ranked
    Greg Williams regularly acts for an array of commercial clients in ICC and JAMS arbitrations.
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  10. 6
    Gretta Walters
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years Ranked
    Gretta Walters enjoys a growing profile for her international arbitration practice, with clients benefiting from her impressive level of experience in commercial and treaty claims.
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  11. Jose F. Sanchez
    6
    Jose F. Sanchez
    Vinson & Elkins LLP
    Vinson & Elkins LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 8 Years Ranked
    Jose Sanchez has a growing reputation for his work on international arbitrations, with particular experience with matters involving Latin America.
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  12. 6
    Lauren Friedman
    King & Spalding LLP
    King & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years Ranked
    New York-based partner Lauren Friedman has experience handling international investment and commercial arbitrations, with a particular focus in Latin America.
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  13. 6
    Matthew Weldon
    K&L Gates
    K&L Gates | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years Ranked
    New York-based partner Matthew Weldon's practice at K&L Gates focuses on the enforcement of significant arbitral awards. He also represents clients in commercial and investment treaty arbitrations across various industries.
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  14. Silvia Marchili
    6
    Silvia Marchili
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 8 Years Ranked
    Silvia Marchili regularly handles investor-state arbitrations in the energy sector. She is noted for her strong Latin American practice.
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  15. Steven L Smith
    6
    Steven L Smith
    Jones Day
    Jones Day | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 13 Years Ranked
    Steven Smith regularly acts for clients in a broad array of commercial arbitrations. He is active in a range of industries such as energy, infrastructure and mining.
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  16. Viren Mascarenhas
    6
    Viren Mascarenhas
    Milbank LLP
    Milbank LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6 | 5 Years Ranked
    Viren Mascarenhas has a growing reputation for his adept handling of arbitration matters and acts for clients on both investment treaty and commercial arbitrations.
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  17. Danielle Morris
    WilmerHale | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6
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  18. James Boykin
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6
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  19. Jeffrey Rosenthal
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6
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  20. Kenneth B Reisenfeld
    BakerHostetler LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6
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  21. Lisa Richman
    McDermott Will & Emery LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6
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  22. Matthew D Richardson
    Alston & Bird LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6
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  23. Remy Gerbay
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6
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  24. Sashe D Dimitroff
    BakerHostetler LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Band 6
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Up and Coming

  1. U
    Andrew Finn
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked
    Andrew Finn is the head of Sullivan & Cromwell's international arbitration and global dispute resolution group. He has an expanding commercial and investor-state practice.
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  2. U
    Lee Rovinescu
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked
    New York-based partner Lee Rovinescu represents corporations in the energy and power sectors in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
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  3. U
    Nicholas O. Kennedy
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked
    Dallas based partner Nicholas Kennedy handles an array of commercial arbitrations under JAMS, AAA and LCIA rules.
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  4. Nicola Peart
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    Nicola Peart
    Three Crowns LLP
    Three Crowns LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked
    Washington-based Nicola Peart is a special legal consultant at the firm, and has notable experience handling commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
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  5. Tafadzwa Pasipanodya
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    Tafadzwa Pasipanodya
    Foley Hoag LLP
    Foley Hoag LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked
    Tafadzwa Pasipanodya enjoys a growing profile for her international arbitration practice, with significant expertise in defending sovereigns in treaty claims. She chairs the firm's Africa practice.
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  6. David Attanasio
    Womble Bond Dickinson US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Up and Coming
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  7. Floriane Lavaud
    Withers Bergman LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Up and Coming
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  8. Laura Sinisterra
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Up and Coming
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Associates to watch

  1. Douglas Pilawa
    Squire Patton Boggs
    Squire Patton Boggs | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked
    Douglas Pilawa is a noted as a capable associate, involved in wide variety of matters involving both energy, investor-state and commercial arbitration aspects.
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  2. Paige Von Mehren
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked
    Paige Von Mehren is a senior associate based in New York. She regularly acts on a range of arbitral disputes and enforcement proceedings.
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  3. Kabir Duggal
    Arnold & Porter | International Arbitration: Counsel
    2025 | Associates to watch
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