Fieldfisher‘s dispute resolution practice is ’practical and efficient’, advising on disputes across specific fields, including commercial, corporate, competition, energy, and employment law. Shareholder disputes and regulatory compliance matters are both strengths of the practice, along with arbitration and mediation services. The department works closely with other offices of the firm, allowing it to advise on matters spanning the EU. Team head Maxime Berlingin is a ‘very good litigation specialist’ who is commended for being ‘very proactive and efficient as an arbitrator’
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‘The availability, open and direct dialogue with Maxime Berlingin gives the feeling of a special relationship and of being a special customer.’
‘Working with the M&A transaction team that initially helped with the transaction, the Fieldfisher disputes team worked harmoniously with the transaction team to provide comprehensive counsel to us, ultimately resolving the dispute.'
‘Maxime Berenger is very proactive and efficient as an arbitrator.'
‘The Fieldfisher team has good capabilities in handling arbitration and litigation.'
'They are practical and efficient.’
‘Maxime Berlingin is a very good litigation specialist. He manages his cases with rigour and professionalism. He is also always available and responsive.’
Key clients
- Alpha Thai Benelux
- Beebonds Investors
- Casinos Austria Group
- Colnago
- Messer
- Skeyes
- SD Worx
- Swissair
- Eurelec
Work highlights
Representing several groups of investors who invested in bonds for several projects via the European crowdfunding platform, BeeBonds.
Representing, together with Loyens & Loeff (Hakim Boularbah) and Sheppard Mullin (Jacques Derenne), Eurelec in litigation against the French Minister of Economy.
Representing Swissair in liquidation against Sabena Bankruptcy.
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Practice head
Maxime Berlingin