International Arbitration: Investor-State Arbitration
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Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer has an experienced team handling commercial arbitrations for well-known multinational companies in the energy, natural resources, financial services, telecoms and pharmaceutical sectors. The firm manages an active caseload of disputes arising around the globe, including high-profile matters involving African, Latin American and Asian companies and states. It is respected for its work advising on investor-state disputes, including those governed by BITs, and for handling commercial disputes involving state-owned entities. The team regularly handles arbitrations involving leading arbitral institutions such as the ICC, the LCIA and UNCITRAL.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer represented Anglo American in a USD200 million dispute with MMTC, an Indian public sector undertaking.
Strengths
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“Freshfields have the technical capabilities and expertise to manage complex arbitration matters.”
“They understand the complexities and challenges involved in arbitration proceedings and are equipped with the resources and expertise necessary to navigate these challenges. Their knowledge, skill and ability to provide practical and effective solutions are second to none.”
“The team is led by outstanding partners and has depth at the associate level with many excellent lawyers.”
“Freshfields have the technical capabilities and expertise to manage complex arbitration matters.”
“They understand the complexities and challenges involved in arbitration proceedings and are equipped with the resources and expertise necessary to navigate these challenges. Their knowledge, skill and ability to provide practical and effective solutions are second to none.”
“The team is led by outstanding partners and has depth at the associate level with many excellent lawyers.”
Notable Practitioners
Sylvia Noury KC is head of the firm's international arbitration practice in London. She is highly visible in investor-state arbitration, with extensive expertise acting for clients across South Africa, Eastern Europe and India in complex BIT disputes.
“Sylvia is very sharp in steering her cases.”
“She is outstanding.”
“Sylvia is incredibly sharp, quick-thinking and strategic. She is fantastically talented.”
William Thomas KC's arbitration practice includes complex disputes arising from the telecoms industry. He expertly acts for both claimants and sovereign states in big-ticket BIT disputes.
“Will is very persuasive and impressive. He rolls up his sleeves and gets on top of the issues quickly. He is excellent with clients and pragmatic yet considered in his approach.”
“Will is always responsive and communicative, and his ability to negotiate and resolve disputes is outstanding. His advocacy skills and legal expertise are truly exceptional.”
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