International Arbitration
Expert dispute resolution services for complex international commercial and investment disputes
Resolving Disputes Across Borders
Our International Arbitration practice is a recognized leader in resolving complex cross-border disputes efficiently and effectively. We represent states, multinational corporations, and high-net-worth individuals in a wide range of international commercial and investment arbitrations, under all major institutional rules (ICC, LCIA, SCC, UNCITRAL, ICSID, etc.).
Our team combines deep legal expertise with a strategic and practical approach to dispute resolution. We are adept at navigating the intricacies of international arbitration, from pre-arbitration negotiations and drafting of dispute resolution clauses to conducting arbitral proceedings and enforcing arbitral awards. We are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients, whether through a negotiated settlement or a favorable arbitral award.
Our Key Services
A comprehensive suite of international arbitration services to support your cross-border disputes.
Commercial Arbitration
Representation in international commercial arbitration proceedings under various institutional rules (ICC, LCIA, SCC, etc.).
Investment Arbitration
Advising and representing investors and states in disputes arising from bilateral investment treaties (BITs) and multilateral treaties.
Enforcement of Awards
Assisting with the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in Ukraine and abroad under the New York Convention.
Our International Arbitration Team
Meet the experts who will guide you through your international disputes.
Esquire Steve Winslow
Senior Partner & Founding Attorney
Corporate Law, Commercial Litigation, International Business Law
Dr. Emily Thompson
Of Counsel
International Arbitration, Cross-Border Disputes, Maritime Law
Our Track Record
A selection of our successful international arbitration matters.
Successful defense of a state in a multi-billion dollar investment treaty arbitration
Represented a sovereign state in a complex investment treaty arbitration brought by a foreign investor, resulting in a favorable award and significant cost savings for the state.
Enforcement of a foreign arbitral award in the UK for a multinational corporation
Successfully enforced a multi-million dollar arbitral award obtained in a foreign jurisdiction against an international entity, navigating complex procedural hurdles.
Representation of a major construction company in an ICC arbitration related to a large infrastructure project
Acted as counsel for a leading construction company in an ICC arbitration concerning delays and cost overruns in a major infrastructure project, achieving a favorable settlement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions about International Arbitration, answered.
International arbitration is a process of resolving disputes between parties from different countries or involving international commercial transactions, through a neutral third party (arbitrator or arbitral tribunal) instead of national courts. It is often preferred due to its flexibility, confidentiality, and enforceability of awards across borders.
The main types of international arbitration are commercial arbitration, which resolves disputes arising from international commercial contracts, and investment arbitration, which resolves disputes between foreign investors and host states under bilateral investment treaties (BITs) or multilateral treaties.
International arbitral awards are primarily enforced under the New York Convention of 1958, which provides a mechanism for the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in over 160 signatory states. This makes arbitral awards generally more easily enforceable across borders than national court judgments.