Arbitration (International)

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan continues to be widely endorsed for its impressive international arbitration abilities. The team of seasoned arbitration specialists is well equipped to handle arbitrations across the globe, with an established presence in the Asia-Pacific, European and US markets. The law firm offers:

• In-depth knowledge of investment treaty and commercial disputes arising in a wide range of industries.

• Particular expertise in construction and IP matters.

• Representation of governments, state-owned entities and blue-chip private sector players.

"They are active and good to work with."

"Quinn Emanuel have a strong practice."

Philippe Pinsolle garners excellent market recognition for his longstanding experience in handling investor-state arbitrations on behalf of international corporations and state-owned companies, as well as sovereign states. His expertise covers arbitrations involving unlawful expropriation and the oil and gas, energy and construction sectors.

Serving as the global chair of Quinn Emanuel's international arbitration pactice, Stephen Jagusch KC enjoys a remarkable reputation in the international arbitration market. He is seasoned with a wealth of experience leading investor-state and commercial arbitrations for corporates, financial institutions and sovereign states.

Michael Young KC is held in high regard by clients and peers alike for his remarkable capabilities in handling high-value and complex arbitrations. With notable strength advising on proceedings across European and African jurisdictions, he often handles energy-related arbitrations on behalf of international corporations in the energy and oil and gas sectors. "Michael is a calculated risk taker and very strategic - he engineers your outcome from the beginning. He is a game changer and can turn a losing matter into a winner."

Anthony Sinclair's international practice sees him regularly representing investor clients in the CIS region as well as jurisdictions in Eastern Europe and Asia. He handles a range of matters, including investment treaty arbitrations.

Hong Kong-based John Rhie is a well-respected practitioner in the international arbitration market on account of his ability to master complex ICC and UNCITRAL arbitrations. Leading Quinn Emanuel’s international arbitration practice in Asia, Rhie is recognised for his ability to lead cross-border arbitrations encompassing technical disputes in shareholder agreements and private equity investments. "John is a talented lawyer."