International Arbitration
Europe Guide 2024 : France
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Three Crowns is a well-regarded arbitration-focused law firm that brings together teams in Paris, London, Singapore and Washington, DC. The firm moves up the rankings this year thanks to its increasing presence in the market. The law firm is recognised for its diverse arbitration practice covering commercial and investment disputes. The team has demonstrable experience with all key arbitration rules, including those of the ICC, UNCITRAL and the LCIA. The lawyers are active in industries such as technology, oil and gas, and aerospace. Three Crowns boasts a growing client base made up of sovereign states, oil majors, construction companies and investment funds.
Work Highlights
- Three Crowns represented Eni in a USD1.3 billion ICSID arbitration relating to an oil prospecting licence granted by the Federal Government of Nigeria.
Strengths
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"Three Crowns have the ability to understand complex business issues and provide the most suitable advice for each and every issue in question. The firm focuses on a more personal approach towards the client, striking the perfect balance between breadth and depth."
"The team managed the arbitration very efficiently. All the lawyers were very competent and detailed, and they did rigorous work."
"The firm's knowledge and approach to client service was great. Not only the knowledge the lawyers have on matters but the fact they have a pragmatic approach, truly understand complex issues and are able to simplify them - that is amazing."
"Three Crowns are competent and knowledgeable not just on the case, but also about the business and the business environment."
"Three Crowns have the ability to understand complex business issues and provide the most suitable advice for each and every issue in question. The firm focuses on a more personal approach towards the client, striking the perfect balance between breadth and depth."
"The team managed the arbitration very efficiently. All the lawyers were very competent and detailed, and they did rigorous work."
"The firm's knowledge and approach to client service was great. Not only the knowledge the lawyers have on matters but the fact they have a pragmatic approach, truly understand complex issues and are able to simplify them - that is amazing."
"Three Crowns are competent and knowledgeable not just on the case, but also about the business and the business environment."
Notable Practitioners
Todd Wetmore is highly accomplished in handling high-value energy and construction arbitrations, including supply contract and concession agreement disputes.
"Todd has the ability to see the broad picture of the case and connect the dots in a complex case. He is very strategic and also very kind; you can see he loves the art of building a case."
"Todd is really quick in grasping the points and issues. He has strong expertise in the technical aspects of the case. He adds a lot of value."
"Todd is very pragmatic and a sharp lawyer."
Georgios Petrochilos KC is held in high regard for his expertise in both commercial and investment arbitrations. He acts for an impressive roster of multinationals, sovereign states and state-owned companies. Petrochilos frequently advises on mandates with Greek elements.
"I love his thinking processes, and his intellectual rigour is second to none. I wholeheartedly recommend him; he is a delight to work with."
"Georgios is incredible in his arguments and how he manages the proceedings. It was a pleasure to work with him."
"Georgios is extremely impressive and experienced. The way he operates is outstanding."
Kathryn Khamsi acts for major oil companies and sovereign states in arbitration cases in the energy and construction sectors. She moves up the rankings this year thanks to increased activity in the market.
"Kathryn is very easy to work with, as she is available, solution-oriented and open to discussing our options. She offers highly sophisticated advice."
"She provides an excellent level of reactivity and a very good mastery of complex subjects."
Shaparak Saleh handles construction arbitration and annulment proceedings involving Latin American, Asian and African jurisdictions.
"Shaparak is very hands-on, responsive and organised."
Ranked Lawyers at
Three Crowns LLP
France