International Arbitration: Commercial Arbitration
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 5
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Reed Smith has a strong international arbitration practice that has a worldwide presence in the energy, construction, mining and telecoms sectors. It has a highly sought-after investor-state practice with an impressive track record in acting for states. The firm is well equipped to handle complex BIT claims and arbitrations under the Energy Charter Treaty. The practice is also increasingly noted for its experience in commercial disputes such as large-scale ICC claims.
Strengths
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"Reed Smith has a deep bench of very experienced, very competent practitioners. They are invariably responsive and supremely able."
"Reed Smith has a breadth of knowledge and intellect, with enviable bench strength. They are very incisive and hyper responsive."
"Reed Smith is both strategic and faithful. They are strong in handling sophisticated matters."
"The firm demonstrates an ability to work on complex projects through experience, a comprehensive approach and qualified team members."
"Reed Smith has a deep bench of very experienced, very competent practitioners. They are invariably responsive and supremely able."
"Reed Smith has a breadth of knowledge and intellect, with enviable bench strength. They are very incisive and hyper responsive."
"Reed Smith is both strategic and faithful. They are strong in handling sophisticated matters."
"The firm demonstrates an ability to work on complex projects through experience, a comprehensive approach and qualified team members."
Notable Practitioners
Gautam Bhattacharyya is known for his astute representation of clients in proceedings under ICC, UNCITRAL and LCIA rules. He is commended for his ability to handle disputes in Asia and the Middle East.
"Gautam's analysis is always very astute."
Senior associate Lucy Winnington-Ingram focuses her practice on investment treaty arbitration and public international law. She has considerable experience handling matters under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules arising from BIT issues.
"Lucy is really brilliant. She is so impressive. She is fantastically good at drafting and is a really good advocate."
"Lucy has complete command of all detail of her cases. She is exceptionally good counsel."
"Lucy drafts beautifully and is incredibly smart. She is a real asset."
"Attention to detail is Lucy's strength. She is responsive and trustworthy. She is a hard worker and passionate about her work. She adds great value to the team's performance"
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