International Arbitration
Amid geopolitical tensions and expanding sanctions regimes, international arbitration remains the preferred method for resolving cross-border commercial disputes. We represent Russian and international clients before the world’s leading arbitral institutions—from strategy development to award enforcement.
Our Specialization
International Commercial Arbitration
We act for Russian and international clients in arbitrations arising out of cross-border trade and commercial transactions. Our experience spans a range of industries, including technology, shipbuilding, and finance.
Arbitration Strategy and Advisory
We assess the suitability of arbitration in complex disputes, develop procedural strategies, assist in selecting arbitral institutions and arbitrators, and coordinate local counsel and experts. We also routinely analyze issues of foreign law.
Recognition and Enforcement of Arbitral Awards
We assist clients in the recognition and enforcement of arbitral awards across multiple jurisdictions, including Russia, the U.S., and the EU.
Setting Aside Arbitral Awards
We represent clients in set-aside proceedings before national courts across various jurisdictions, challenging arbitral awards on jurisdictional, procedural, or public policy grounds.
Investment Arbitration
We represent private investors in disputes with sovereign states arising out of investment treaties and bespoke investment agreements.
Our Experience
Defending a Major Shipbuilder in SIAC Arbitration
Represented a leading European shipbuilding corporation in an international commercial arbitration under the rules of the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC). The amount in dispute was approximately EUR 20 million.
Expert Testimony on U.S. Sanctions in ICC Arbitration
Prepared a legal opinion and provided expert testimony on the application of U.S. sanctions in a dispute between large industrial enterprises under the rules of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC).
Developing a Multi-Jurisdictional Asset Protection Strategy
Designed a complex defense strategy for an international corporate group against enforcement of an arbitral award rendered in breach of mandatory provisions of law. The project included treaty analysis across 7 jurisdictions and coordination of local counsel.
Representing an International Client in MAC Arbitration
Acted for an international client in a dispute with a Russian state-owned enterprise under the rules of the Maritime Arbitration Commission at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation (MAC). The amount in dispute exceeded $7 million.
Defense in a JAMS Arbitration on Confidentiality and Non-Circumvention
Represented a co-respondent in a dispute concerning alleged breaches of a non-disclosure and non-circumvention agreement in proceedings administered by the Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services (JAMS, U.S.).
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