International Arbitration: Investor-State Arbitration
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King & Spalding has a substantial international arbitration practice with a global reach, advising parties from South Asia and Europe. It fields a team of experienced advocates, with experience in disputes arising in the energy, shipping, mining and financial services sectors. The team is experienced in handling institutional disputes, including those under ICC, LCIA and AAA rules, as well as ad hoc arbitrations. The firm's notable commercial practice is also bolstered by increasing investor-state expertise.
Work Highlights
- King & Spalding represented Reliance Industries in an UNCITRAL arbitration relating to a landmark claim made by the Government of India.
Strengths
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"King & Spalding stands out as a very efficient and user-friendly team. They are a first class team, responsive and flexible. They analyse problems from legal, commercial and geopolitical angles."
"King & Spalding's team is clever, hard-working, multicultural, strategic and pragmatic. They are reliable and diligent when it comes to servicing client's needs."
"Their depth of legal knowledge of various jurisdictions, strategic thinking, and effective friendly communication has been invaluable. They are attentive and efficient."
"King & Spalding are able to diligently and professionally deal with the crux of the matter in every detail. They ensure a strong sense of support, combined with an ease in client communication."
"King & Spalding has provided the most fantastic legal support, technical advice, direction and leadership."
"King & Spalding stands out as a very efficient and user-friendly team. They are a first class team, responsive and flexible. They analyse problems from legal, commercial and geopolitical angles."
"King & Spalding's team is clever, hard-working, multicultural, strategic and pragmatic. They are reliable and diligent when it comes to servicing client's needs."
"Their depth of legal knowledge of various jurisdictions, strategic thinking, and effective friendly communication has been invaluable. They are attentive and efficient."
"King & Spalding are able to diligently and professionally deal with the crux of the matter in every detail. They ensure a strong sense of support, combined with an ease in client communication."
"King & Spalding has provided the most fantastic legal support, technical advice, direction and leadership."
Notable Practitioners
Tom Sprange KC draws praise for his expert advocacy in high-value commercial arbitrations. He offers impressive global capabilities, acting in arbitrations seated in jurisdictions such as India and Europe, and is deeply familiar with LCIA, ICC and AAA proceedings.
"Tom is an insightful solicitor and extremely confident in the delivery of his case in a court room. His knowledge and memory skills are truly magnificent."
"Tom was fantastic with a large quantity of information and knew the case well. He was really excellent at providing what I needed. He is first rate in his preparation, advocacy and follow up."
"Tom is a brilliant KC. He is very good in orally presenting his client's case persuasively before the arbitral tribunal. He is incisive in preparing, examining and cross-examining witness."
"Tom is fearless, and has a very strong awareness of both the legal and commercial aspects involved."
"Tom provides very complete, practical and realistic advice."
John Savage KC has established a strong profile in the London market and is increasingly known for his commercial arbitration practice. His caseload includes acting for major energy, manufacturing and investment companies.
"John Savage has a global view, he never forgets anything. He knows all the details."
"John Savage is an excellent lawyer."
"He is extraordinary knowledgeable."
Ruth Byrne KC is a highly experienced arbitration practitioner known for her prowess in the energy sector. She is well versed in acting for Indian entities in arbitrations under the auspices of the LCIA and the ICC, as well as in ad hoc proceedings.
"Ruth is proactive, sensible and efficient."
"Ruth is an exceptional solicitor. She embarks on her case with so much passion and dedication whilst displaying a sound knowledge and recollection of all relevant events and authorities."
"I have a high degree of confidence in her work."
Egishe Dzhazoyan is particularly experienced in investor-state arbitration and demonstrates strength in handling matters originating in Eastern Europe. He is also adept at handling commercial disputes under LCIA and ICC rules.
"Egishe Dzhazoyan is superb, he is very sharp and hard working. He is able to simultaneously perform such diverse tasks as devising a case strategy, handling client needs and advocacy."
"Egishe is very pragmatic. He coordinates actions in various jurisdictions in a very successful manner."
"Egishe's dedication to understanding the needs of each client ensures that they receive nothing but the best advice. With knowledge and experience, Egishe consistently delivers innovative solutions."