Dispute Resolution: Arbitration: Elite
Global Guide 2024 : Singapore
Band 2
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Provided by Freshfields
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Chambers Review
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer's well-reputed Singapore team receives strong market recognition for the quality of its investment treaty arbitration practice. The team works closely with colleagues across its network to assist clients with cross-border arbitrations, with particular experience in disputes involving Japanese parties. The firm acts on both the investor and state sides in treaty claims and is also noted for work for energy companies and financial institutions. The arbitration team has acted in UNCITRAL arbitrations in relation to BITs, ICSID matters and proceedings in England and Wales. PTT Energy Resources, GPIX and the Republic of Korea feature on the firm's client roster.
The Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer team in Singapore is regularly engaged on arbitration relating to India, including SIAC proceedings. This includes matters in the energy, natural resources and real estate sectors. Nicholas Lingard and Rohit Bhat are key points of contact.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer represented Eurus Energy in its ICSID arbitration against Spain, which arose from Spain's changes to its feed-in tariff renewables incentives regime.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Since the matter is very complicated, Freshfields have put in the best effort to assist us with good knowledge, and we really appreciate the outcome."
"They are very respectful of everyone's time and try to be very efficient. They are very effective and keep us in the loop. They stick to the internal deadline and we are never left wondering."
"Since the matter is very complicated, Freshfields have put in the best effort to assist us with good knowledge, and we really appreciate the outcome."
"They are very respectful of everyone's time and try to be very efficient. They are very effective and keep us in the loop. They stick to the internal deadline and we are never left wondering."
Notable Practitioners
Nicholas Lingard is highly regarded in Singapore and represents both states and MNCs in commercial and investor-state arbitrations. His expertise includes knowledge of matters involving Japan.
"Nicholas wants to get into the detail, which is the hallmark of a great lawyer."
"Nick is super-articulate, respectful and convincing at the same time."
Rohit Bhat is a senior associate based in the Singapore office of Freshfields. He focuses on international arbitration and has wide-ranging experience of India-connected commercial and investment treaty matters.
"Rohit is always excellent and a superb lawyer."
"He is a reputable lawyer."
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