Dispute Resolution

Ashurst enters the rankings this year following sterling feedback from clients and peers alike. The firm shows strong ability in high-value investor-state arbitrations. The team also demonstrates strength in litigation matters, with particular reference to damages claims and insolvency matters. Lawyers are capable of working on both domestic and international matters.

"The team is very responsive, as well as being fun to work with."

"Its partners are attentive, proactive and close to the client."

"Ashurst's lawyers are technically very strong, as well as providing the diligence one would expect."

"The firm offers a great level of service."

"Its lawyers always have a good understanding of the problems and what needs to be done."

Ashurst represented HeidelbergCement and its French and Italian subsidiaries in a ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Egypt regarding investments in the cement sector.

Arne Fuchs represents investors in high-profile investor-state arbitrations, with experience under ICSID and DIS rules. He demonstrates further strength in payment, takeover and liability arbitrations.

Judith Sawang joins the rankings following strong support from market commentators. She is particularly known for representing clients in investment and M&A related arbitration.

Nicolas Nohlen joins the rankings based on excellent work activity representing clients in follow-on damages actions as well as shareholder, antitrust and insolvency disputes. He is further experienced in litigation in the financial sector. "He is very calm and technically very good. Nicolas is on top of things and knows the mandates well." "He is very analytical, creative and highly professional." "Nicolas Nohlen is very good at giving us sound strategic advice."