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International Arbitration: Enforcement | USA

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Chambers USA recognizes firms and individuals for their practice as both counsel and arbitrators in our International Arbitration section. Individuals are ranked in the International Arbitration: Counsel and International Arbitration: Arbitrators tables, depending on whether we are recognising them for their work serving as counsel or sitting as arbitrators. They may be included in both tables, if appropriate. Firms are ranked for their overall International Arbitration offering in either International Arbitration: Elite or International Arbitration: Highly Regarded. Chambers USA International Arbitration also includes a spotlight table highlighting those firms and individuals particularly noted for their arbitral enforcement expertise. This is designed to complement the core rankings. There is no Public International Law coverage in the Chambers USA guide, and so investment treaty arbitration mandates are included within Nationwide International Arbitration. Our core International Arbitration rankings recognise firms and individuals for their handling of both commercial and investor-state international arbitrations. These include disputes seated across the globe and held under a wide range of institutional rules, as well as ad-hoc proceedings. Examples of these disputes include ICC, UNCITRAL, SIAC, ICSID and LCIA proceedings. These may be held before either a sole arbitrator or a panel. Chambers USA does not recognise domestic arbitrations; these would instead usually appear in state commercial litigation tables. Chambers USA also includes separate coverage of insurance and international trade disputes, and so would not prioritise this work within International Arbitration. 

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  1. Alexander Yanos
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    Alexander Yanos
    Alston & Bird LLP
    Alston & Bird LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked
    Alexander Yanos is praised by clients for his expert handling of investor-state arbitrations and commercial disputes. He is also capable of handling enforcement mandates.
  2. Alexandre de Gramont
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    Alexandre de Gramont
    Womble Bond Dickinson US LLP
    Womble Bond Dickinson US LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked
    "Alex is an excellent strategist who can bring to a successful conclusion even the most complex and long-running disputes. He comes up with many ingenious ideas."
  3. Andreas Frischknecht
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    Andreas Frischknecht
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 2 Years Ranked
    "He is fully dedicated to the case and the client. He instils confidence that every aspect of the case is being meticulously and personally attended to."
  4. Arif H Ali
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    Arif H Ali
    Dechert LLP
    Dechert LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 19 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.
  5. Christian Leathley
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    Christian Leathley
    Herbert Smith Freehills
    Herbert Smith Freehills | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked
    "I am incredibly impressed by his ability to get to the practical issues that we are facing both legally and commercially. He is a great asset when dealing with complex matters."
    Key sectors
    Energy and Utilities|Property, Construction and Infrastructure|Resources and Mining|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)
  6. Christopher Ryan
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    Christopher Ryan
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked
    Chris Ryan brings to bear significant cross-border experience in both litigation and arbitration, including the enforcement of awards.
  7. Frances Bivens
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    Frances Bivens
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 6 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.
  8. James E Berger
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    James E Berger
    DLA Piper LLP (US)
    DLA Piper LLP (US) | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 1 Years Ranked
    James Berger regularly represents a range of commercial clients in enforcement proceedings.
  9. Jeffrey Rosenthal
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    Jeffrey Rosenthal
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 10 Years Ranked
    Jeffrey 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.
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    Matthew Kirtland
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    Norton Rose Fulbright | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 1 Years Ranked
    Matthew Kirtland heads up Norton Rose's DC international arbitration practice. He has notable experience in handling arbitral enforcement litigation.
  11. Matthew Weldon
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    Matthew Weldon
    K&L Gates
    K&L Gates | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 3 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.
  12. Michael P Lennon Jr
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    Michael P Lennon Jr
    Mayer Brown LLP
    Mayer Brown LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 12 Years Ranked
    Michael Lennon draws on experience in both courtroom litigation and arbitration proceedings to handle a range of cross-border disputes. His practice includes notable strength in enforcement mandates.
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    Michael S Kim
    Kobre & Kim | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked
    Co-founder of the firm Michael Kim is recognized for his contribution to the arbitration space. He is particularly adept handling enforcement proceedings.
  14. Peter J W Sherwin
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    Peter J W Sherwin
    Proskauer Rose LLP
    Proskauer Rose LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 16 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.
  15. Rahim Moloo
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    Rahim Moloo
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 8 Years Ranked
    "Rahim is able to navigate both general arbitration and enforcement work, which makes him great in giving strategic advice, knowing how to think about government relations, settlement and enforcement."
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    Steven Davidson
    Steptoe LLP
    Steptoe LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 1 Years Ranked
    "Steve is amazing in handling complex cases and allocating the right resources to make sure the case has the best team behind it."
  17. Tai-Heng Cheng
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    Tai-Heng Cheng
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 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.
  18. William O'Brien
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    William O'Brien
    Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP
    Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 8 Years Ranked
    William O'Brien's areas of expertise include both serving as counsel and representing clients in the enforcement of arbitral awards.
  19. Yasmine Lahlou
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    Yasmine Lahlou
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1 | 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.
  20. Daniel Tan
    Dan Tan Law | International Arbitration: Enforcement
    2024 | Band 1