Ranking tables
International Arbitration: Counsel | USA
USA - Nationwide
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Band 1
- Abby Cohen Smutny White & Case LLP23 Years Ranked
- Carolyn Lamm White & Case LLP23 Years Ranked
- Catherine Amirfar Debevoise & Plimpton LLP12 Years Ranked
- Doak Bishop King & Spalding LLP22 Years Ranked
- James Hosking Chaffetz Lindsey LLP16 Years Ranked
- José I Astigarraga Reed Smith LLP23 Years Ranked
- Julie Bédard Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates16 Years Ranked
- Mark W Friedman Debevoise & Plimpton LLP17 Years Ranked
- Nigel Blackaby KC Freshfields US LLP17 Years Ranked
- Paul Friedland White & Case LLP23 Years Ranked
Band 2
- Ank Santens White & Case LLP17 Years Ranked
- Christian Leathley Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP10 Years Ranked
- Edward Kehoe King & Spalding LLP19 Years Ranked
- George Kahale III Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP13 Years Ranked
- James L Loftis Vinson & Elkins LLP22 Years Ranked
- John M Townsend Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP23 Years Ranked
- John V H Pierce Latham & Watkins LLP21 Years Ranked
- Luke A Sobota Three Crowns LLP9 Years Ranked
- Marney Cheek Covington & Burling LLP13 Years Ranked
- Noiana Marigo Freshfields US LLP13 Years Ranked
- Paolo Di Rosa Arnold & Porter21 Years Ranked
- Rachael D Kent WilmerHale16 Years Ranked
- Rahim Moloo Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP9 Years Ranked
- Samaa A Haridi King & Spalding LLP15 Years Ranked
Band 3
- Aníbal Martin Sabater Chaffetz Lindsey LLP17 Years Ranked
- Caline Mouawad Chaffetz Lindsey LLP7 Years Ranked
- Dietmar Prager Debevoise & Plimpton LLP13 Years Ranked
- Elliot Friedman Freshfields US LLP10 Years Ranked
- Hagit Elul Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP7 Years Ranked
- Henry Guy Burnett King & Spalding LLP16 Years Ranked
- Ina C Popova Debevoise & Plimpton LLP8 Years Ranked
- Jonathan Hamilton Paul Hastings LLP10 Years Ranked
- Joseph R Profaizer Linklaters18 Years Ranked
- Kate Brown de Vejar DLA Piper Mexico, S.C.5 Years Ranked
- Kevin O'Gorman Norton Rose Fulbright19 Years Ranked
- Maria Chedid Arnold & Porter13 Years Ranked
- Mélida Hodgson Arnold & Porter7 Years Ranked
- Michael Ostrove DLA Piper LLP (US)2 Years Ranked
- Natalie Reid Debevoise & Plimpton LLP7 Years Ranked
- Oliver J Armas Hogan Lovells US LLP16 Years Ranked
- Patrick Pearsall Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP7 Years Ranked
- Peter J W Sherwin Proskauer Rose LLP17 Years Ranked
- Richard C Lorenzo Hogan Lovells US LLP8 Years Ranked
- Tai-Heng Cheng Sidley Austin LLP12 Years Ranked
- Timothy G Nelson Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates15 Years Ranked
- Arif H AliAHALI Dispute Resolution
- Daniel TanDan Tan Law
Band 4
- Alexander Yanos Alston & Bird LLP16 Years Ranked
- Amal Bouchenaki HSF Kramer6 Years Ranked
- Camilo Cardozo Vinson & Elkins LLP11 Years Ranked
- Caroline Richard Freshfields US LLP6 Years Ranked
- Christina G Hioureas Foley Hoag LLP6 Years Ranked
- Claudia Frutos-Peterson Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP6 Years Ranked
- Craig Miles King & Spalding LLP16 Years Ranked
- Daniel E González Hogan Lovells US LLP22 Years Ranked
- David M Orta Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP9 Years Ranked
- Elizabeth Snodgrass Three Crowns LLP6 Years Ranked
- Gaela Gehring Flores Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP6 Years Ranked
- Jennifer Permesly Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates12 Years Ranked
- John L Gardiner Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates21 Years Ranked
- Mark McNeill Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP5 Years Ranked
- Melissa Stear Gorsline Jones Day5 Years Ranked
- Miguel López Forastier Covington & Burling LLP12 Years Ranked
- Miriam Harwood Katten7 Years Ranked
- Rachel W Thorn Cooley LLP5 Years Ranked
- Stephen Anway Squire Patton Boggs5 Years Ranked
- Yasmine Lahlou Chaffetz Lindsey LLP13 Years Ranked
Band 5
- Alexandre de Gramont Womble Bond Dickinson US LLP15 Years Ranked
- Andrew M Behrman Baker Botts L.L.P.3 Years Ranked
- Ari D MacKinnon Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP5 Years Ranked
- Ben Love Baker Botts L.L.P.5 Years Ranked
- Constantinos Salonidis Foley Hoag LLP2 Years Ranked
- Damien Nyer White & Case LLP4 Years Ranked
- David Pinsky Covington & Burling LLP3 Years Ranked
- Ian Laird Crowell & Moring LLP5 Years Ranked
- Jeffrey Rosenthal Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP11 Years Ranked
- Jennifer Haworth McCandless Baker Botts L.L.P.6 Years Ranked
- Kiera Gans DLA Piper LLP (US)7 Years Ranked
- Lee M. Caplan ArentFox Schiff LLP5 Years Ranked
- Lisa Richman McDermott Will & Emery LLP2 Years Ranked
- Marc Suskin Cooley LLP7 Years Ranked
- Martin Gusy Bracewell LLP3 Years Ranked
- Matthew Weldon K&L Gates4 Years Ranked
- Meriam N Al-Rashid Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP5 Years Ranked
- Michael S Goldberg Baker Botts L.L.P.19 Years Ranked
- Ricardo Ugarte Winston & Strawn LLP6 Years Ranked
- Viren Mascarenhas Milbank LLP6 Years Ranked
- William O'Brien Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP9 Years Ranked
Band 6
- Allan B Moore Covington & Burling LLP8 Years Ranked
- Carlos F Concepción Concepción Global PLLC2 Years Ranked
- Charline O. Yim Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP4 Years Ranked
- Christopher Ryan A&O Shearman10 Years Ranked
- Danielle Morris WilmerHale4 Years Ranked
- David Kiefer McDermott Will & Emery LLP1 Years Ranked
- Elizabeth Silbert King & Spalding LLP1 Years Ranked
- Érica Franzetti King & Spalding LLP6 Years Ranked
- Floriane Lavaud Withers4 Years Ranked
- Frances Bivens Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP7 Years Ranked
- Francisco A. Rodriguez Reed Smith LLP5 Years Ranked
- Greg Williams Sidley Austin LLP2 Years Ranked
- Gretta Walters Chaffetz Lindsey LLP3 Years Ranked
- James Boykin Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP3 Years Ranked
- James P Duffy IV Bracewell LLP1 Years Ranked
- Jonathan Landy Williams & Connolly LLP1 Years Ranked
- Jose F. Sanchez Vinson & Elkins LLP9 Years Ranked
- Juliya Arbisman Reed Smith LLP1 Years Ranked
- Justin Jacinto Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP1 Years Ranked
- Laura Sinisterra Debevoise & Plimpton LLP3 Years Ranked
- Lauren Friedman King & Spalding LLP4 Years Ranked
- Lee Rovinescu Freshfields US LLP5 Years Ranked
- Lindsey D Schmidt Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP1 Years Ranked
- Matthew D Richardson Alston & Bird LLP7 Years Ranked
- Nicole Duclos Covington & Burling LLP8 Years Ranked
- Remy Gerbay Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP3 Years Ranked
- Sashe D Dimitroff BakerHostetler LLP9 Years Ranked
- Silvia Marchili White & Case LLP2 Years Ranked
- Steven L Smith Jones Day19 Years Ranked
- Tafadzwa Pasipanodya Foley Hoag LLP3 Years Ranked
Up and Coming
- Andrew Finn Sullivan & Cromwell LLP2 Years Ranked
- Carlos Ramos-Mrosovsky BakerHostetler LLP1 Years Ranked
- David Attanasio Womble Bond Dickinson US LLP4 Years Ranked
- Jennifer Glasser White & Case LLP1 Years Ranked
- Nicholas O. Kennedy Baker McKenzie2 Years Ranked
- Nicola Peart Three Crowns LLP4 Years Ranked
- Sam Zimmerman Hogan Lovells1 Years Ranked
- Santiago Bejarano Latham & Watkins LLP1 Years Ranked
- Simon Consedine Three Crowns LLP1 Years Ranked
- Tatiana Sainati Wiley1 Years Ranked
All Lawyers profiles
Band 1
1 Abby Cohen SmutnyWhite & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years RankedAbby 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.1 Carolyn LammWhite & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years RankedCarolyn 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.1 Catherine AmirfarDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedCatherine Amirfar's leading practice benefits from her previous work as a former adviser to the US Department of State. She is experienced in handling complex investment treaty arbitrations for both states and investors.1 Doak BishopKing & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 1 | 22 Years RankedDoak 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.1 James HoskingChaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedJames Hosking divides his practice between serving as counsel and sitting as arbitrator in high value international disputes, including both investment treaty and commercial claims.1 José I AstigarragaReed Smith LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years RankedJosé 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.1 Julie BédardSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedJulie Bédard centers her highly acclaimed practice on complex commercial arbitrations and has notable experience with disputes concerning Latin America.1 Mark W FriedmanDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedMark Friedman remains a popular choice for a broad array of investors seeking expert counsel in investment treaty arbitrations. He also offers experience in commercial disputes.1 Nigel Blackaby KCFreshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedNigel Blackaby KC offers a wealth of experience acting for both investors and states and is particularly esteemed for his expertise in Latin America matters.1 Paul FriedlandWhite & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years RankedPaul 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.
Band 2
2 Ank SantensWhite & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 17 Years RankedAnk 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.2 Christian LeathleyHerbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 10 Years RankedChristian Leathley is experienced in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations, with notable experience in Latin America-related matters.2 Edward KehoeKing & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 19 Years RankedEdward Kehoe has notable expertise in high value commercial and investment treaty arbitrations concerning the energy sector, acting for an impressively high profile client base.2 George Kahale IIICurtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedGeorge Kahale maintains his excellent reputation for state-side representation in investment treaty arbitrations.2 James L LoftisVinson & Elkins LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 22 Years RankedJames 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.2 John M TownsendHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 23 Years RankedJohn Townsend serves as both counsel and arbitrator, with particular expertise in investment treaty disputes.2 John V H PierceLatham & Watkins LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 21 Years RankedJohn Pierce centers his practice on commercial arbitrations and is particularly adept at handling matters in the commercial, energy and intellectual property sectors.2 Luke A SobotaThree Crowns LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedLuke Sobota counsels high profile clients across big-ticket commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.2 Marney CheekCovington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedMarney Cheek's specific areas of strength include both investment arbitration and commercial proceedings.2 Noiana MarigoFreshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedNoiana 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.2 Paolo Di RosaArnold & Porter | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 21 Years RankedPaolo Di Rosa has a wealth of experience handling investment treaty arbitrations and is noted for his Latin America expertise.2 Rachael D KentWilmerHale | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedRachael Kent's expertise includes both investment treaty and commercial arbitrations. She is also building a strong intellectual property practice.2 Rahim MolooGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedRahim 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.2 Samaa A HaridiKing & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedSamaa Haridi is regularly called upon to advise clients on complex investment treaty and commercial arbitrations. She is also noted for her capabilities as an arbitrator.
Band 3
3 Aníbal Martin SabaterChaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedAníbal 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.3 Caline MouawadChaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedCaline 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.3 Dietmar PragerDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years RankedDietmar Prager's practice spans investment treaty and commercial arbitrations, with notable expertise in disputes concerning Latin America.3 Elliot FriedmanFreshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedElliot Friedman's notable experience sees him regularly advise on high value and complex commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.3 Hagit ElulOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedHagit Elul of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe acts as counsel for a wide range of clients involved in international disputes, including those from the energy and pharmaceutical sectors.
3 Henry Guy BurnettKing & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 16 Years RankedHenry Guy Burnett is particularly well regarded for his expertise in disputes involving Latin America. He is experienced in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.3 Ina C PopovaDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedIna Popova receives plaudits for her skilled advocacy. She covers both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations, with her clients including individuals, corporations and states.3 Jonathan HamiltonPaul Hastings LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedJonathan 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.3 Joseph R ProfaizerLinklaters | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 18 Years RankedJoseph Profaizer of Linklaters is particularly adept at handling commercial arbitrations, with notable expertise in acting for clients in the pharmaceutical, mining and technology sectors.
3 Kate Brown de VejarDLA Piper Mexico, S.C. | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedKate 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.3 Kevin O'GormanNorton Rose Fulbright | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 19 Years RankedKevin O'Gorman's practice spans both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations, with standout expertise in energy-related disputes.3 Maria ChedidArnold & Porter | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years RankedMaria Chedid has an excellent capacity to effectively handle both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.3 Mélida HodgsonArnold & Porter | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedMélida 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.3 Michael OstroveDLA Piper LLP (US) | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedMichael Ostrove is an experienced practitioner who regularly represents investors and European states in complex investor-state arbitrations under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.
3 Natalie ReidDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedNatalie Reid has a thriving practice spanning commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. Her experience includes matters involving the Caribbean.3 Oliver J ArmasHogan Lovells US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 16 Years RankedOliver Armas centers his practice on commercial arbitrations, with experience acting for clients from a range of industries.3 Patrick PearsallGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedPatrick 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.3 Peter J W SherwinProskauer Rose LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedPeter Sherwin of Proskauer Rose 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.
3 Richard C LorenzoHogan Lovells US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedRichard Lorenzo advises clients on both commercial and investment treaty disputes, with notable expertise in Latin America-related matters.3 Tai-Heng ChengSidley Austin LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedTai-Heng Cheng maintains an active practice serving as both counsel and arbitrator in international disputes relating to commercial and investment arbitrations.3 Timothy G NelsonSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 3 | 15 Years RankedTimothy Nelson's practice includes appearing in both investment treaty and commercial arbitrations.
Band 4
4 Alexander YanosAlston & Bird LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 16 Years RankedAlexander Yanos is praised by clients for his expert handling of investor-state arbitrations and commercial disputes. He is also capable of handling enforcement mandates.4 Amal BouchenakiHSF Kramer | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedAmal 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.4 Camilo CardozoVinson & Elkins LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedCamilo Cardozo is particularly adept at advising on disputes concerning Latin America, with his practice spanning both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.4 Caroline RichardFreshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedCaroline Richard regularly advises clients on investor-state arbitrations, including matters in the energy and power sector.4 Christina G HioureasFoley Hoag LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedChristina Hioureas has a growing reputation as both arbitrator and counsel, with particular experience in arbitrating international commercial disputes.4 Claudia Frutos-PetersonCurtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedClaudia Frutos-Peterson garners praise for her expertise in investment treaty arbitrations, while also offering strength in commercial claims.4 Craig MilesKing & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 16 Years RankedCraig Miles has particular expertise in disputes concerning Latin America and is also adept at advising on matters involving the oil and mining sectors.4 Daniel E GonzálezHogan Lovells US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 22 Years RankedDaniel González's practice spans both commercial and investment treaty disputes, and draws on wider litigation capabilities.4 David M OrtaQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 9 Years RankedDavid Orta receives praise for his expertise across commercial and investment treaty disputes, in addition to his particular strength in Latin America-related matters.4 Elizabeth SnodgrassThree Crowns LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedElizabeth Snodgrass is particularly well regarded for her expertise in the energy and mining sector and handles both commercial and investment treaty disputes.4 Gaela Gehring FloresHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedGaela Gehring Flores offers particular strength in disputes involving Latin America and is adept at both commercial and investor-state claims.4 Jennifer PermeslySkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedJennifer Permesly is particularly adept at handling Latin American-related disputes and has experience with both commercial and investor-state arbitrations.4 John L GardinerSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 21 Years RankedJohn Gardiner has a wealth of expertise spanning complex commercial and investment treaty arbitrations brought under a range of rules.4 Mark McNeillQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedMark McNeill has experience in both arbitration and litigation proceedings, including ICSID and UNCITRAL disputes.4 Melissa Stear GorslineJones Day | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedMelissa Stear Gorsline earns high praise for acting in investor-state arbitrations, as well as offering strength in complex international commercial disputes.4 Miguel López ForastierCovington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 12 Years RankedMiguel 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.4 Miriam HarwoodKatten | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedMiriam Harwood of Katten 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.
4 Rachel W ThornCooley LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedRachel Thorn is routinely called upon by clients to appear in commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. She is able to handle disputes in an array of sectors, including life sciences and technology.4 Stephen AnwaySquire Patton Boggs | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedStephen Anway regularly acts for states in investment treaty disputes as well as handling commercial mandates. His practice includes a focus on natural gas arbitrations.4 Yasmine LahlouChaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 4 | 13 Years RankedYasmine 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.
Band 5
5 Alexandre de GramontWomble Bond Dickinson US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 15 Years RankedAlexandre de Gramont of Womble Bond Dickinson advises clients on investment treaty and commercial arbitrations under an array of rules, as well as tackling related courtroom proceedings.
5 Andrew M BehrmanBaker Botts L.L.P. | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedAndrew 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.5 Ari D MacKinnonCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedAri MacKinnon centers his practice on commercial arbitrations arising from Latin America. He is also experienced in enforcement matters.5 Ben LoveBaker Botts L.L.P. | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedBen Love is increasingly recognized for his handling of international commercial and investment arbitrations.
5 Constantinos SalonidisFoley Hoag LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedConstantinos 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.5 Damien NyerWhite & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedNew 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.5 David PinskyCovington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedDavid Pinsky has a wide-ranging disputes practice which sees him regularly engaged in commercial and investment treaty arbitration disputes and in related litigation work.5 Ian LairdCrowell & Moring LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedIan Laird is highly sought after for his investor-state arbitration knowledge and experience under different treaty rules.5 Jeffrey RosenthalCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 11 Years RankedJeffrey Rosenthal is an experienced litigator with particular strength in cross-border disputes. His practice includes serving as counsel in arbitration and handling the courtroom enforcement of awards.5 Jennifer Haworth McCandlessBaker Botts L.L.P. | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 6 Years RankedJennifer McCandless has notable experience acting for states, with particular expertise in matters involving Latin America.5 Kiera GansDLA Piper LLP (US) | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 7 Years RankedKiera 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.5 Lee M. CaplanArentFox Schiff LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedLee Caplan of ArentFox Schiff leverages experience both at UNCITRAL and at the US Department of State when advising on high-stakes investment treaty arbitrations.5 Lisa RichmanMcDermott Will & Emery LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedLisa Richman regularly represents a broad of range of clients in commercial arbitral proceedings.5 Marc SuskinCooley LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 7 Years RankedMarc Suskin maintains a strong reputation for his representation of clients in investor-state and commercial arbitrations.5 Martin GusyBracewell LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedMartin 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.5 Matthew WeldonK&L Gates | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedNew 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.5 Meriam N Al-RashidEversheds Sutherland (US) LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedMeriam Al-Rashid is a standout lawyer with a key focus on investment treaty arbitration matters.5 Michael S GoldbergBaker Botts L.L.P. | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 19 Years RankedMichael Goldberg attracts particular praise for his experience in disputes concerning the energy and chemical sectors. He is also noted for his work arbitrating matters.
5 Ricardo UgarteWinston & Strawn LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 6 Years RankedRicardo Ugarte has substantial experience in advocating in both commercial and investment arbitrations.5 Viren MascarenhasMilbank LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 6 Years RankedViren Mascarenhas of Milbank has a growing reputation for his adept handling of arbitration matters and acts for clients on both investment treaty and commercial arbitrations.
5 William O'BrienEversheds Sutherland (US) LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 5 | 9 Years RankedWilliam O'Brien's areas of expertise include both serving as counsel and representing clients in the enforcement of arbitral awards.
Band 6
6 Allan B MooreCovington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 8 Years RankedAllan Moore centers his practice on commercial arbitrations, counting a host of multinational corporations among his clients.6 Carlos F ConcepciónConcepción Global PLLC | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 2 Years RankedCarlos Concepción of Concepción Global is an extremely experienced arbitation practitioner with an active investor-state practice.
6 Charline O. YimGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 4 Years RankedNew York-based Charline Yim has notable experience handling investment treaty and commercial arbitrations, often under the auspices of the ICC and ICSID.6 Christopher RyanA&O Shearman | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 10 Years RankedChris Ryan brings to bear significant cross-border experience in both litigation and arbitration, including the enforcement of awards.6 Danielle MorrisWilmerHale | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 4 Years RankedDanielle Morris acts for clients across the financial services, oil and gas and construction sectors in commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.6 David KieferMcDermott Will & Emery LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedDavid Kiefer is noted for his handling commercial arbitrations. He has particular expertise in matters pertaining to LNG.
6 Elizabeth SilbertKing & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedAtlanta-based Elizabeth Silbert is the co-head of King & Spalding's arbitration practice. She is noted for her experience in representing companies in environmental and energy-related disputes.
6 Érica FranzettiKing & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 6 Years RankedÉrica Franzetti is highlighted for her expertise in international arbitrations involving Latin America. Her practice includes both commercial and investor-state disputes.6 Floriane LavaudWithers | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 4 Years RankedFloriane Lavaud of Withers acts for corporations and states, often in the Middle East, in a range of investment arbitrations. She also advises clients on international law issues.
6 Frances BivensDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 7 Years RankedFrances 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.6 Francisco A. RodriguezReed Smith LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 5 Years RankedFrancisco Rodriguez has broad expertise in the international arbitration sphere, handling both commercial and investment arbitrations.6 Greg WilliamsSidley Austin LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 2 Years RankedGreg Williams regularly acts for an array of commercial clients in ICC and JAMS arbitrations.6 Gretta WaltersChaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedGretta Walters enjoys a growing profile for her international arbitration practice, with clients benefiting from her impressive level of experience in commercial and treaty claims.6 James BoykinHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedJames Boykin offers wide-ranging experience in commercial and investment treaty disputes, as well as in public international law.6 James P Duffy IVBracewell LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedNew York based partner, James Duffy is noted for his experience in the ICC arbitrations.
6 Jonathan LandyWilliams & Connolly LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedJonathan Landy is the chair of Williams & Connolly's international disputes practice. He regularly acts for both states and commercial entities in a wide range of disputes.
6 Jose F. SanchezVinson & Elkins LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 9 Years RankedJose Sanchez has a growing reputation for his work on international arbitrations, with particular experience with matters involving Latin America.6 Juliya ArbismanReed Smith LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedJuliya Arbisman is recognized for her expertise across both commercial and investor-state arbitrations, especially as it relates to Latin America and Africa. She has a particularly strong practice in energy and mining disputes.
6 Justin JacintoCurtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedJustin Jacinto is noted for his expertise in representing sovereigns in investment treaty disputes.
6 Laura SinisterraDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedLaura Sinisterra enjoys a growing profile for her disputes practice, with particular expertise in international arbitration arising in the energy and natural resources sectors.6 Lauren FriedmanKing & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 4 Years RankedNew York-based partner Lauren Friedman has experience handling international investment and commercial arbitrations, with a particular focus in Latin America.6 Lee RovinescuFreshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 5 Years RankedNew York-based partner Lee Rovinescu represents corporations in the energy and power sectors in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.6 Lindsey D SchmidtGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedLindsey Schmidt is experienced acting for signficant companies in both commercial and investor-state disputes.
6 Matthew D RichardsonAlston & Bird LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 7 Years RankedMatthew Richardson centers his practice on commercial arbitrations and is particularly adept at handling matters concerning intellectual property.6 Nicole DuclosCovington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 8 Years RankedNicole Duclos comes particularly recommended for her expertise in international commercial arbitrations, as well as her handling of enforcement proceedings.6 Remy GerbayHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedRemy Gerbay is held in high regard for his international disputes practice, winning particular plaudits for his expertise in investment treaty claims under the full gamut of institutional rules.6 Sashe D DimitroffBakerHostetler LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 9 Years RankedSashe Dimitroff is well regarded in the international arbitration field, where he is known for representing his clients in ICC, ICSID and LCIA disputes, among others.6 Silvia MarchiliWhite & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 2 Years RankedSilvia Marchili regularly handles investor-state arbitrations in the energy sector. She is noted for her strong Latin American practice.6 Steven L SmithJones Day | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 19 Years RankedSteven 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.6 Tafadzwa PasipanodyaFoley Hoag LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedTafadzwa 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.
Up and Coming
U Andrew FinnSullivan & Cromwell LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedAndrew Finn is the head of Sullivan & Cromwell's international arbitration and global dispute resolution group. He has an expanding commercial and investor-state practice.U Carlos Ramos-MrosovskyBakerHostetler LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedCarlos Ramos-Mrosovsky regularly represents both sovereigns and multinational companies in investment treaty arbitrations.
U David AttanasioWomble Bond Dickinson US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Up and Coming | 4 Years RankedDavid Attanasio's practice spans both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations, acting for sovereign states and corporations.U Jennifer GlasserWhite & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedNew York-based partner Jennifer Glasser is noted for her growing presence in the international arbitration market, across both commercial and investor-state disputes.
U Nicholas O. KennedyBaker McKenzie | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedDallas-based partner Nicholas Kennedy handles an array of commercial arbitrations under JAMS, AAA and LCIA rules.
U Nicola PeartThree Crowns LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Up and Coming | 4 Years RankedWashington-based Nicola Peart is a special legal consultant at Three Crowns, and has notable experience handling commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.
U Sam ZimmermanHogan Lovells | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedSam Zimmerman has a growing reputation advising companies involved in commercial arbitrations.
U Santiago BejaranoLatham & Watkins LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedSantiago Bejarano represents both companies and states in commercial and investor-state disputes. He regularly handles matters pertaining to M&A, as well as energy and pharmaceutical disputes.
U Simon ConsedineThree Crowns LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedSimon Consedine has a growing presence in in the arbitration space and is noted for his capable handling of both commercial and investment-treaty disputes.
U Tatiana SainatiWiley | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedTatiana Sainati has expertise representing a variety of clients in commercial arbitrations.
Associates to watch
- Douglas PilawaSquire Patton Boggs | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Associates to watch | 2 Years Ranked
Douglas Pilawa is an associate involved in a wide variety of commercial arbitrations and investment treaty arbitrations. He is noted for his work in the telecoms and energy sector.
- Elena RizzoDLA Piper LLP (US) | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked
Elena Rizzo is an associate based in DLA Piper's New York office. She regularly represents both corporates and sovereign entities in arbitral proceedings.
- May KhouryChaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked
May Khoury is a counsel at Chaffetz Lindsey's New York office. She is capable in handling both investor-state and commercial disputes.
- Paige Von MehrenFreshfields US LLP | International Arbitration: Counsel2025 | Associates to watch | 2 Years RankedPaige Von Mehren is a senior associate based in New York. She regularly acts on a range of arbitral disputes and enforcement proceedings.