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Drawn from our archive of over 500 recent representations, this case study highlights our specific expertise in Global Arbitration.
This mandate addresses complex challenges involving Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS).
The representation required a highly specialized approach to Procedural Strategy & Enforcement.
Specific client identities and non-public details regarding this matter have been anonymized.
- Service: Global Arbitration
- Area: Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS)
- Focus: Procedural Strategy & Enforcement
Selected Mandate
Advising a multi-jurisdictional contractor on setting aside an arbitration award in multiple jurisdictions concurrently.
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