Public International Law | Global

An established market leader with a reputation for excellence in international arbitration and PIL, Debevoise & Plimpton has cultivated an excellent reputation across Latin America, Europe, Middle East and Asia markets. The law firm offers:

• Expertise in securing large arbitral awards in high-profile commercial and investment treaty disputes.

• Representation of both investors and respondent states to act in cases under ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.

• Outstanding experience in 'pure' PIL matters, including state-to-state human rights claims and maritime boundary disputes.

"The Foley Hoag team are very able to deal correctly in complete and effective coordination with difficult and simple matters in a very smooth way. Despite facing several difficulties and obstacles from both the clients and the opponent, they were able to find the appropriate solutions and in record time."

Well regarded for its track record advising global insurers and reinsurers on big-ticket M&A deals. Also active on a range of other transactions, including restructurings and reinsurance transactions, with additional expertise acting on pension buy-ins. Advises on regulatory concerns including Solvency II compliance. Continues to be instructed by a number of major insurers to advise on strategic issues relating to Brexit, including corporate restructuring.

Arnold & Porter is a prestigious firm regularly tackling sophisticated, high-value cases under all major arbitral rules. The firm demonstrates proficiency in Latin American disputes and has commendable experience acting for European and Asian states. The law firm offers:

• 'Pure' PIL advisory work on behalf of sovereign states and state-owned entities, encompassing foreign sovereign immunity proceedings, and human rights and maritime boundary issues.

• Evidence of supporting clients in international commercial disputes under ICC, ICDR and JAMS rules.

• Advice on matters derived from the mining, energy, banking and transportation sectors.

Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle has a robust team of PIL and arbitration experts throughout its network. Clients benefit from the firm's global resources located in New York, Paris, London, Dubai and Milan. The law firm offers:

• Representation of sovereign states in international disputes.

• Experience acting as defence counsel in investor-state arbitrations concerning the oil and gas, mining, banking and telecoms sectors.

• Advice on 'pure' PIL matters, including sovereignty disputes, human rights issues, international trade and the Law of the Sea.

First-rate non-contentious practice, servicing a diverse and high-calibre client base that includes insurers and reinsurers as well as investment firms, banks and brokers. Handles big-ticket M&A in addition to regulatory and governance matters. Offers substantial international reach owing to its global network of offices. Also handles business restructuring and capital raising within the insurance market. Notable expertise in matters relating to insurance-linked securities.

Fietta is a highly rated London boutique, recognised for its specialist PIL knowledge and background handling major investment treaty arbitrations. The law firm offers:

• Advice for states, international organisations, multinational corporations and private clients across a range of international law matters. 

• A wealth of experience in maritime boundary disputes and human rights matters.

• Strength handling investor-state arbitration and providing expert advice on treaty law.

• Well-versed expertise in European, Middle Eastern and Central Asian disputes.

White & Case has an outstanding group with an excellent track record in high-stakes commercial and investor-state arbitrations. The firm provides a global network of offices, with extensive resources in key arbitral centres including Paris, London, New York and Washington, DC. The law firm offers:

• Long-standing experience of disputes under all major institutional rules.

• Expertise in the construction and energy sectors.

• Representation of both sovereign states and market-leading corporations.

Covington & Burling has a well-regarded group especially active in high-value investment treaty disputes as well as being adept at handling PIL matters. The law firm offers:

• Notable strength in expropriation matters and gas pricing disputes as well as UNCITRAL proceedings.

• Proficiency in state-versus-state arbitrations, including maritime rights disputes and racial discrimination claims.

• Particular strength handling high-stakes arbitrations involving Latin American and Eastern European jurisdictions.

Lalive has an acclaimed group of international arbitration experts headquartered in Geneva, supported by a London-based team. The team is highly respected across the PIL, investor-state and commercial arbitration fields, and the law firm offers:

• A well-regarded investor-state and commercial arbitration practice with particular expertise in the energy, construction, telecoms and mining sectors.

• Expert guidance to governments, state-owned entities, multinationals and high net worth individuals.

• Experience handling significant disputes in the Middle East, Europe, Asia and South America.

Squire Patton Boggs is a high-calibre international law firm with full-service global capabilities. The firm has strong public international law and investment treaty experience. The law firm offers:

Three Crowns is a market-leading global practice skilled at handling both PIL and international arbitration. The firm incorporates teams located across London, Washington DC, Paris and Singapore hubs. The firm offers:

• Expertise in both commercial arbitration and investment treaty claims, particularly in Europe and Latin America.

• Experience representing sovereign states and private sector heavyweights.

• In-depth knowledge of disputes arising in the energy, natural resources and financial services sectors, as well as construction arbitration.