Disputes (International & Cross-Border)

Chambers Review

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom has a premium global practice which has built widespread coverage and expertise across regions and areas of law on the foundation of its longstanding, market-leading reputation for US law advice. The firm has strength in depth across UK and European teams in transactional and contentious areas which make the firm a leading choice for sophisticated transatlantic matters. It has an excellent presence in key Asian markets, plus a São Paulo office also boosts the firm’s global offering. The firm is a dominant force on international M&A, finance and energy transactions. It also regularly navigates clients through cross-border disputes, investigations and arbitration as coordinating counsel.

As a US powerhouse with an established UK base, the law firm's international work from London is spearheaded by its leading international arbitration practice, renowned for representing financial institutions as well as clients in the energy and TMT sectors, in high-stakes commercial disputes. The team also acts for sovereign states and investors in complex investment treaty cases. The London office also houses a skilled commercial litigation team, particularly adept at shareholder disputes and matters concerning individuals based in Russia and the CIS region. Beyond its recognised transatlantic strength, Skadden is also picked out for its cross-border capabilities across the globe, with established offices in continental Europe and China.