International Arbitration: Investor-State Arbitration
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 3
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Arnold & Porter has a distinguished team renowned for advising sovereign states in Europe, Latin America and Asia on investment arbitrations. The firm demonstrates notable experience handling disputes under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules. It is adept at advising on cases that cover a range of sectors, including mining, financial services and construction, among others.
Work Highlights
- Arnold & Porter defended Thailand against a major arbitral claim brought under the Thailand-Australia Free Trade Agreement by Kingsgate Consolidated. The claim relates to a gold mining concession.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
“They handle all the work in a very professional and sophisticated manner.”
“The legal team were incredibly thorough and showed substantive knowledge and experience.”
“The quality of their services is exceptional. The team is well organised and each of its members is knowledgeable in the field of international investment arbitration. They are hard-working and dedicated.”
“They have a very strong team on both partner and junior levels with solid technical knowledge."
“Arnold & Porter's team handles complex and sophisticated matters in an efficient manner with excellent results.”
“They handle all the work in a very professional and sophisticated manner.”
“The legal team were incredibly thorough and showed substantive knowledge and experience.”
“The quality of their services is exceptional. The team is well organised and each of its members is knowledgeable in the field of international investment arbitration. They are hard-working and dedicated.”
“They have a very strong team on both partner and junior levels with solid technical knowledge."
“Arnold & Porter's team handles complex and sophisticated matters in an efficient manner with excellent results.”
Notable Practitioners
David Reed's practice involves advising both sovereign states and investors on a range of issues. He demonstrates strength in handling investor-state and commercial arbitration, with recent work involving disputes under ICSID and ICC rules.
“David Reed is a very experienced and reliable counsel. He stands out with his excellent strategic judgement, which helps him identify the most important legal and factual aspects of a case.”
“He brings substantial experience and knowledge in international commercial arbitration to his practice with a detailed, hands-on approach. David is able to focus on the big picture whilst paying attention to every detail, and is excellent with establishing strategy.”