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Rankings overview for Lawyers
Star Individuals
Constantine Partasides KC Three Crowns LLP18 Years Ranked- Gary BornWilmerHale
Band 1
Band 2
Andrea Menaker White & Case LLP13 Years Ranked
Cyrus Benson Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP14 Years Ranked
Jeffrey Sullivan KC Debevoise & Plimpton LLP9 Years Ranked
Kate Davies KC Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP5 Years Ranked
Mark A Levy KC A&O Shearman5 Years Ranked- Matthew Weiniger KC Linklaters18 Years Ranked
Penny Madden KC Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP9 Years Ranked- Reza Mohtashami KC Three Crowns LLP15 Years Ranked
- Stephen Fietta KC Fietta LLP16 Years Ranked
- Anthony SinclairQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
- Philip A Clifford KCLatham & Watkins
- Robert VolterraVolterra Fietta
- Sophie Lamb KCLatham & Watkins
- Stephen Jagusch KCQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
- Steven FinizioWilmerHale
Band 3
Alejandro Escobar Baker Botts UK LLP17 Years Ranked
Daniel Gal KC Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP14 Years Ranked
David Herlihy A&O Shearman5 Years Ranked
John Savage KC King & Spalding International LLP20 Years Ranked- Mark Beeley Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP11 Years Ranked
- Markus Burgstaller Hogan Lovells12 Years Ranked
Ruth Byrne KC King & Spalding International LLP5 Years Ranked
William Thomas KC Freshfields12 Years Ranked- Charles ClaypooleLatham & Watkins
- Epaminontas TriantafilouQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
- Franz SchwarzWilmerHale
- Louis Flannery KCLittleton Chambers
- Stuart DutsonSimmons & Simmons LLP
Band 4
- Andy Moody Baker McKenzie5 Years Ranked
David Goldberg Pinna Goldberg15 Years Ranked- Edward E Poulton Baker McKenzie5 Years Ranked
James Freeman A&O Shearman4 Years Ranked
Jeremy Wilson Covington & Burling LLP5 Years Ranked
Johannes Koepp Baker Botts UK LLP5 Years Ranked
Kate Cervantes-Knox Cervantes-Knox Arbitration Ltd5 Years Ranked- Kieron O'Callaghan Hogan Lovells5 Years Ranked
- Marie Berard Clifford Chance LLP5 Years Ranked
- Nicholas Peacock Peacock Arbitration14 Years Ranked
Patrick Taylor Debevoise & Plimpton LLP4 Years Ranked
Philip Chong Ashurst5 Years Ranked- Robert Lambert Clifford Chance LLP22 Years Ranked
- Andrew CannonHerbert Smith Freehills
- Craig TevendaleHerbert Smith Freehills
- Dominic RoughtonQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
- George BurnBryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
- Hussein Haeri KCWithers LLP
- Matthew SaundersAshurst
- Oliver BrownePaul Hastings (Europe) LLP
- Sherina PetitStewarts
Band 5
- Alex Panayides Clifford Chance LLP6 Years Ranked
Carmen Martinez Lopez Three Crowns LLP10 Years Ranked
Duncan Speller Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP3 Years Ranked- Elizabeth Tout Dentons16 Years Ranked
- Garreth Wong Paul Hastings (Europe) LLP5 Years Ranked
Kamal R Shah Stephenson Harwood LLP14 Years Ranked- Michael Davison Hogan Lovells13 Years Ranked
Michelle Bradfield Jones Day3 Years Ranked
Samantha Rowe Debevoise & Plimpton LLP2 Years Ranked- Sarah Vasani CMS3 Years Ranked
- Steve Abraham Baker McKenzie5 Years Ranked
- Sylvia Tonova Pinsent Masons4 Years Ranked
- Tom Canning Milbank LLP2 Years Ranked
- Ben GiarettaFox Williams LLP
- Charlie LightfootCooley LLP
- Christopher P. MooreCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
- Daniel WilmotStewarts
- David FosterO'Melveny & Myers LLP
- Greg FulleloveOsborne Clarke LLP
- Jonathan LeachEversheds Sutherland
- Matthew ColemanSteptoe UK LLP
- Melanie WillemsHaynes and Boone, LLP
- Rajinder BassiKirkland & Ellis International LLP
- Roman KhodykinBryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
- Simon SloaneFieldfisher
- William HookerAlston & Bird LLP
Band 6
- Ben Holland K&L Gates5 Years Ranked
Ben Sanderson Sanderson Arbitration2 Years Ranked
Chiraag Shah Morrison Foerster3 Years Ranked
David Reed Arnold & Porter3 Years Ranked
Deborah H Ruff Pillsbury8 Years Ranked- Dominic Pellew Dentons15 Years Ranked
Egishe Dzhazoyan King & Spalding International LLP3 Years Ranked
Gautam Bhattacharyya Reed Smith LLP18 Years Ranked- Guy Pendell CMS14 Years Ranked
James Carter DLA Piper LLP4 Years Ranked- James Langley Dentons4 Years Ranked
- James Stacey Slaughter and May3 Years Ranked
- Jon Tweedale Addleshaw Goddard LLP3 Years Ranked
Justin Williams Akin13 Years Ranked- Karel Daele Taylor Wessing LLP14 Years Ranked
Maurice Kenton Hunton Andrews Kurth3 Years Ranked- Richard Bamforth CMS8 Years Ranked
- Sophie Eyre Bird & Bird5 Years Ranked
Tomas Vail Vail Dispute Resolution3 Years Ranked- Benjamin KnowlesClyde & Co LLP
- Charlie CaherWilmerHale
- Chloe Carswellgunnercooke
- Chris Parker KCHerbert Smith Freehills
- Duncan BagshawHoward Kennedy LLP
- Eleni PolycarpouWithers LLP
- Greg FalkofMishcon de Reya LLP
- Hendrik PuschmannTrowers & Hamlins LLP
- Ioannis AlexopoulosSignature Litigation LLP
- Peter AshfordFox Williams LLP
- Shai WadeRPC
- Tracey WrightFieldfisher
All Lawyers profiles
Star Individuals
- Constantine Partasides KC
Three Crowns LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Star Individuals | 18 Years RankedConstantine Partasides KC is a highly esteemed arbitration specialist acting for top-echelon clients in complex commercial and investment treaty disputes. He is also recognised for his capabilities as arbitrator.
Band 1
1 Gaëtan Verhoosel KCThree Crowns LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 1 | 15 Years RankedGaëtan Verhoosel KC has earned an excellent reputation for his extensive commercial and investor-state practice, handling arbitrations seated across the world and under the auspices of various institutions. He also accepts appointments as arbitrator.
1 Peter Goldsmith KC
Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 1 | 14 Years RankedPeter Goldsmith KC is co-managing partner of the firm's London office, and is widely acknowledged for his extensive arbitration practice. He has an exceptional portfolio of market-leading international commercial and investor-treaty disputes.
1 Sylvia Noury KC
Freshfields | International Arbitration2024 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedSylvia Noury KC is head of the firm's international arbitration practice in London. She is highly visible in investor-state arbitration, with extensive expertise acting for clients across South Africa, Eastern Europe and India in complex BIT disputes.
1 Tom Sprange KC
King & Spalding International LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 1 | 10 Years RankedTom 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.
Band 2
2 Andrea Menaker
White & Case LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedAndrea Menaker brings substantial cross-border experience to her London arbitration practice. She handles a steady stream of high-value investment treaty claims on behalf of clients across a range of industries, including financial services entities and utilities.2 Cyrus Benson
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedCyrus Benson is respected for his experience in international arbitration, with notable expertise in acting for European and African clients in big-ticket disputes. He regularly handles claims brought against sovereign states under the auspices of ICSID and UNCITRAL. He is also co-chair of the firm's international arbitration group.2 Jeffrey Sullivan KCDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedJeffrey Sullivan KC is co-chair of Debevoise's arbitration group in Europe. He is particularly known for his expert handling of claims brought under the ECT, which forms part of his extensive investor-state arbitration practice. He demonstrates strength across the energy and infrastructure sectors.2 Kate Davies KC
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedKate Davies KC is head of Skadden’s European international litigation and arbitration group. She acts in significant disputes in the oil and gas, telecoms and engineering sectors. She is highly adept at proceedings held under LCIA, ICC and ICSID rules, and often deals with complex questions of foreign law.2 Mark A Levy KC
A&O Shearman | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedHead of the firm's international arbitration practice Mark Levy KC is a well-known arbitration specialist with a notable depth of expertise in the oil and gas sector. He often acts in arbitrations under LCIA rules and in disputes that involve complex political and foreign law issues.2 Matthew Weiniger KC
Linklaters | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2 | 18 Years RankedMatthew Weiniger KC is the global chair of the firm's international arbitration practice. He has an acclaimed arbitration practice with impressive multi-jurisdictional expertise, acting for clients across Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. He is well versed in high-value commercial and investor-state claims, with expertise across the banking, energy and gaming sectors.2 Penny Madden KCGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedPenny Madden KC is co-chair of the firm's international arbitration group and is an impressive figure in the market, with vast experience acting in complex commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. She fields significant international expertise, acting for clients across Europe, Africa and the Middle East.2 Reza Mohtashami KCThree Crowns LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedReza Mohtashami KC devotes much of his arbitration practice to the energy and telecoms sectors, acting for various entities in high-value disputes such as those held under ICC rules. He has a particular focus on the Middle East.2 Stephen Fietta KC
Fietta LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedStephen Fietta KC is a recognised authority in investment treaty arbitration and broader PIL concerns. He acts for an extensive roster of clients, including major corporations and individuals, in BIT claims and other disputes involving sovereign states.- Anthony SinclairQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2
- Stephen Jagusch KCQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 2
Band 3
3 Alejandro Escobar
Baker Botts UK LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedAlejandro Escobar is an esteemed arbitration practitioner with strong credentials in commercial and investment treaty disputes. He acts for clients in the energy, telecoms and engineering sectors as both counsel and arbitrator across various jurisdictions.3 Daniel Gal KCSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 3 | 14 Years RankedDaniel Gal KC is particularly noted for his work in the telecoms sector, handling high-value arbitrations under LCIA rules. He also has notable experience handling BIT disputes.3 David HerlihyA&O Shearman | International Arbitration2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedDavid Herlihy has a strong practice representing investors and sovereign states in high-value and often novel investment treaty claims. He demonstrates notable strength in ICSID disputes and has experience acting for European and Middle Eastern entities.3 John Savage KCKing & Spalding International LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 3 | 20 Years RankedJohn 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.3 Mark Beeley
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedMark Beeley is recognised for his expert handling of investment treaty disputes for clients such as those based in the Middle East. His practice is complemented by his commercial expertise, including LCIA arbitrations in the energy sector. He acts as both advocate and arbitrator.3 Markus Burgstaller
Hogan Lovells | International Arbitration2024 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedMarkus Burgstaller is a well-reputed arbitration specialist with extensive experience in investor-state disputes. He fields considerable cross-border expertise, with a particular focus on the European and CIS markets. He regularly represents sovereign states and private companies in BIT claims.3 Ruth Byrne KCKing & Spalding International LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedRuth 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.3 William Thomas KCFreshfields | International Arbitration2024 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedWilliam Thomas KC's arbitration practice includes complex disputes arising from the telecoms industry. He expertly acts for both claimants and sovereign states in big-ticket BIT disputes.- Epaminontas TriantafilouQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 3
Band 4
4 Andy Moody
Baker McKenzie | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedAndy Moody comes recommended for his handling of large-scale disputes and demonstrates a particular sector specialism in energy, mining and infrastructure mandates. He is well versed in acting in LCIA, ICC and UNCITRAL arbitrations.4 David GoldbergPinna Goldberg | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 15 Years RankedDavid Goldberg is singled out for his notable expertise in CIS-related arbitrations, earning widespread recognition for his international credentials. He regularly represents sovereign states in ICSID proceedings.4 Edward E PoultonBaker McKenzie | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedEdward Poulton is managing partner of the firm's London office. He is recognised for his in-depth knowledge of the financial services sector and regularly acts on issues such as M&A arbitrations. His practice has a particular focus on Africa and Europe.4 James FreemanA&O Shearman | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked“James provides an excellent legal service in an ever-changing business environment with a clear client and commercial focus. He thinks outside of the box and moves things forward. He strikes the balance between sufficient depth of advice and efficiency and commercial practicability, thereby fully meeting the client's demands.”4 Jeremy Wilson
Covington & Burling LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedJeremy Wilson of Covington & Burling offers impressive experience acting in disputes seated in The Hague, Singapore and Dubai. His client base includes major energy and technology companies, and he is familiar with ICC, LCIA and DIFC rules, among others. He is co-chair of the firm's international arbitration group.4 Johannes KoeppBaker Botts UK LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedJohannes Koepp is an experienced arbitration expert who brings strong international credentials to his practice. His client base spans the Middle East and Europe, and includes notable energy sector representatives. He acts as both counsel and arbitrator.4 Kate Cervantes-KnoxCervantes-Knox Arbitration Ltd | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedKate Cervantes-Knox is highlighted for her extensive expertise in the oil and gas sector and demonstrates notable strength in Africa and the Americas. She is highly adept at acting for a range of parties in complex disputes such as UNCITRAL and ICSID arbitrations.4 Kieron O'CallaghanHogan Lovells | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedKieron O'Callaghan leads the international arbitration team in London. He leverages significant CIS expertise within his arbitration practice, and often represents clients in the banking, energy and pharmaceutical sectors in high-value LCIA arbitrations.4 Marie Berard
Clifford Chance LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedMarie Berard offers substantial expertise in commercial disputes. She has an impressive track record acting for clients across the financial services and telecoms sectors in LCIA arbitrations.4 Nicholas PeacockPeacock Arbitration | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 14 Years RankedNicholas Peacock is head of the firm's international arbitration team in London. He comes recommended for his expert handling of commercial disputes, acting for clients in the oil and gas, financial services and aerospace sectors. He is particularly recognised for his work with European and African entities.4 Patrick TaylorDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedPatrick Taylor has a broad arbitration practice with expertise spanning the oil and gas, energy and telecoms sectors. He often acts under LCIA, ICC and ICSID rules and handles disputes seated across the globe.4 Philip ChongAshurst | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedPhilip Chong leads the international arbitration team in Europe and handles big-ticket, multi-jurisdictional oil and gas disputes. He is well versed in acting under the rules of various arbitral institutions, including the SCC and LCIA.4 Robert LambertClifford Chance LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4 | 22 Years RankedRobert Lambert fields long-standing expertise in international arbitration and is recognised for his notable strength in oil and gas disputes. He is experienced in acting under LCIA, LMAA and UNCITRAL rules.- Dominic RoughtonQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 4
Band 5
5 Alex PanayidesClifford Chance LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 6 Years RankedAlex Panayides handles complex mandates in the arbitration space, with a particular focus on oil and gas disputes. He is well versed in acting under LCIA and LMAA rules, and has sat in arbitrations seated in London and Dubai, among other venues.5 Carmen Martinez LopezThree Crowns LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 10 Years RankedCarmen Martinez Lopez is credited for her Latin American expertise and is also sought out for her knowledge of Spanish law matters. She is experienced in handling significant arbitrations in the oil and gas sector, often brought against sovereign states.5 Duncan Speller
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedDuncan Speller of Willkie Farr & Gallagher is routinely called upon to handle ICC and LCIA arbitration arising from agreement breaches. His client base covers a range of industries, including the energy and pharmaceutical sectors.5 Elizabeth ToutDentons | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 16 Years RankedElizabeth Tout is head of the firm's international arbitration practice in the UK. She is a highly experienced practitioner with strong commercial disputes credentials. She is a fine choice of counsel for major clients in the oil and gas and renewable energy sectors, and frequently acts on large-scale LCIA and ICC arbitrations.5 Garreth Wong
Paul Hastings (Europe) LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedGarreth Wong of Paul Hastings is a skilled arbitration practitioner with significant expertise in handling disputes arising in Africa and South Asia. He regularly acts for multinational companies in high-value arbitration under SIAC and LCIA rules.5 Kamal R Shah
Stephenson Harwood LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 14 Years RankedKamal Shah is head of the firm's Africa and India groups. He receives strong praise for his expert handling of Africa-related disputes. His client base includes investors, companies and high net worth individuals, and he often acts in arbitration involving the infrastructure and hospitality sectors.5 Michael DavisonHogan Lovells | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 13 Years RankedMichael Davison serves as the deputy CEO of Hogan Lovells. His practice includes representing major clients such as energy sector representatives in disputes against state governments. He also brings to bear wider ADR experience as an arbitrator and mediator.5 Michelle Bradfield
Jones Day | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedMichelle Bradfield demonstrates notable strength in advising on investor-state disputes. Her practice sees her act for both investors and states in a range of complex disputes, as well as handling commercial claims.5 Samantha RoweDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked“She is everything that you would ever want in a lawyer. Her advice is steering and sure. She is very commercial and plugged into what we need as a client. It is so great that she understands relevance. She is so easy to work with and really responsive.”5 Sarah Vasani
CMS | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedSarah Vasani is co-head of the firm's international arbitration practice. She has notable experience handling both investor-state and commercial arbitrations. She has considerable strength in providing counsel on disputes relating to the oil and gas sector in Africa, Asia and the Middle East.5 Steve AbrahamBaker McKenzie | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedSteve Abraham is a highly experienced practitioner who offers notable cross-border expertise, acting for clients across the globe in high-value energy and infrastructure arbitrations. He also currently leads the firm's dispute resolution team in the EMEA area.5 Sylvia Tonova
Pinsent Masons | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedSylvia Tonova of Pinsent Masons has a diverse arbitration practice that benefits from her qualification to practise in the USA. She is a fine choice of counsel for large-scale investment treaty disputes and is particularly active in Eastern European and CIS-related mandates.5 Tom Canning
Milbank LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedTom Canning of Milbank leads the firm's global international arbitration practice. He is well versed in handling arbitration conducted under a range of arbitral rules, including those of the ICC, SIAC and the LCIA, and seated across the globe. His practice focuses upon the representation of financial institutions and energy clients.- Christopher P. MooreCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5
- Rajinder BassiKirkland & Ellis International LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5
- Roman KhodykinBryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 5
Band 6
6 Ben HollandK&L Gates | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 5 Years RankedBen Holland of K&L Gates comes recommended for his specialist expertise in gas pricing disputes, which forms part of his commercial arbitration practice. He is sought after by clients in the energy sector and has a particular focus on Europe.6 Ben SandersonSanderson Arbitration | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 2 Years RankedBen Sanderson is the firm's global practice manager of the international arbitration group. He has considerable experience advising clients on disputes arising in the energy, mining and technology sectors. He is also adept at representing states in investment treaty arbitrations.6 Chiraag Shah
Morrison Foerster | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedChiraag Shah of Morrison Foerster is commended for his ability to handle disputes involving the engineering and technology sectors. Recent work includes advising on proceedings related to arbitral awards, as well as ICC and SIAC arbitrations.6 David Reed
Arnold & Porter | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 3 Years Ranked“He brings substantial experience and knowledge in international commercial arbitration to his practice with a detailed, hands-on approach. David is able to focus on the big picture whilst paying attention to every detail, and is excellent with establishing strategy.”6 Deborah H Ruff
Pillsbury | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 8 Years RankedDeborah Ruff of Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman is head of the firm's international arbitration practice. She offers expert representation of clients across a range of sectors, including energy and telecoms. She is well versed in LCIA and ICC arbitration and matters complicated by issues of foreign law.6 Dominic PellewDentons | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 15 Years RankedDominic Pellew is highly sought after to provide counsel on LCIA and ICC claims, with notable experience in disputes concerning loans. He is well versed in handling disputes involving the CIS.6 Egishe DzhazoyanKing & Spalding International LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedEgishe 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.6 Gautam Bhattacharyya
Reed Smith LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 18 Years RankedGautam 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.6 Guy PendellCMS | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 14 Years RankedGuy Pendell is a well-known practitioner in the market who draws praise for his long-standing arbitral experience. He is recognised for his expert handling of a range of commercial disputes.6 James Carter
DLA Piper LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 4 Years RankedJames Carter is a skilled arbitration partner with considerable expertise in the oil and gas sector. He has established a strong profile in Africa, acting in high-value arbitrations such as those held under LCIA rules. His caseload also includes acting for sovereign states in various disputes.6 James LangleyDentons | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 4 Years RankedJames Langley has a strong arbitration practice and fields considerable expertise in the Middle East. His experience includes representing sovereign states in complex BIT claims, as well as handling ICC, LCIA and ad hoc proceedings.6 James Stacey
Slaughter and May | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedJames Stacey is co-head of the firm's international arbitration group. He is noted for his astute representation of organisations and individuals in a range of arbitral proceedings, including ICC and LCIA disputes. His clients stem from a wide spectrum of sectors such as manufacturing, food and beverages, and oil and gas.6 Jon Tweedale
Addleshaw Goddard LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedJon Tweedale is co-head of the Addleshaw Goddard international arbitration group. He has developed a broad client list in this market which includes governments and multinationals. He is known for his astute representation of clients in arbitrations under ICC and ICSID rules, among others.6 Justin Williams
Akin | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 13 Years RankedJustin Williams's practice sees him routinely serving as counsel to clients in the energy sector. He is adept at handling both commercial and investment treaty disputes. He has notable experience providing counsel on proceedings under UNCITRAL rules.6 Karel DaeleTaylor Wessing LLP | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 14 Years Ranked“Karel Daele masters all the aspects of the case. He knows all the documentary evidence by heart, he presents very effective written and oral arguments and he always has the big picture in mind in order to achieve the best results for his clients.”6 Maurice Kenton
Hunton Andrews Kurth | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedMaurice Kenton advises clients on a range of arbitral disputes, with notable experience providing counsel on matters concerning mining and energy. He routinely handles disputes under ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.6 Richard BamforthCMS | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 8 Years RankedRichard Bamforth is head of the firm's international arbitration group. He is an experienced arbitration practitioner and is particularly adept at acting in high-value award enforcement disputes. He is well versed in acting under LCIA proceedings as counsel and arbitrator.6 Sophie Eyre
Bird & Bird | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 5 Years RankedSophie Eyre is co-head of the firm's international disputes practice. She is recognised for her cross-border disputes expertise and has particular experience handling award enforcement disputes. She is familiar with arbitrations held under the rules of the ICC and AAA.6 Tomas VailVail Dispute Resolution | International Arbitration2024 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedTomas Vail of Vail Dispute Resolution has significant experience in representing high-profile organisations in arbitral proceedings, as well as sitting as an arbitrator. He is routinely called upon to represent clients in disputes under ICC and SCC rules.