International Arbitration, Mediation & Litigation
Commercial and investor–state disputes, from strategy to enforcement.
Cross-border disputes demand a clear strategy, disciplined evidence and a realistic view of enforcement. We represent companies and investors in international commercial and investor–state disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration and litigation.
Our perspective is shaped by experience as a panel arbitrator at multiple international arbitration institutions: we know how tribunals read a case, and we build ours accordingly.
What we do
- Commercial arbitration (ICC, LCIA, SIAC, SCC, AAA/ICDR, HKIAC)
- Investor–state arbitration (ICSID, UNCITRAL, treaty claims)
- Mediation and negotiated settlement
- Commercial litigation strategy and management
- Early case assessment and dispute preparedness
- Jurisdiction, governing law and choice of seat
- Enforcement of awards and cross-border recovery
Who we act for
- International companies and multinationals
- Investors and shareholders
- Project developers and infrastructure operators
- Family businesses with cross-border exposure
- Law firms seeking co-counsel on international matters
Disputes we handle
A disciplined, commercially focused path to resolution — through settlement, mediation, arbitration or the courts.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between arbitration and litigation?
Arbitration is a private process before arbitrators chosen by or for the parties, with a final award enforceable in over 170 countries. Litigation takes place in national courts, is usually public and can be harder to enforce abroad.
What is investor–state arbitration?
It is arbitration between a foreign investor and a state, usually under an investment treaty, for claims such as expropriation or unfair treatment. Cases are commonly heard under ICSID or UNCITRAL rules.
How is an arbitral award enforced in another country?
Under the New York Convention, courts in more than 170 countries must recognize and enforce foreign arbitral awards, subject to limited exceptions. Enforcement planning should begin before the case is filed.
Discuss your matter with us.
Book a 60-minute consultation by video. If you engage the firm, the fee is credited toward your retainer.