International arbitration firm Three Crowns LLP houses a large and experienced Paris based team that can leverage on a prominent international platform to handle large and highly strategic cases. The practice stands out for its balanced commercial and investment arbitration practice, representing leading international corporations active in a wide array of industries and particularly the oil and gas sector but also banking. The team handles large disputes linked to various geographical areas such as notably the Middle East, Africa and Asia. It is able to assist with complex matters including cases raising state corruption issues. The highly seasoned Georgios Petrochilos and Todd Wetmore co-head the practice which also include Kathryn Khamsi, Shaparak Saleh and Ilija Mitrev-Penushliski .
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‘Dedication and expertise.’
‘Yearly experience in high profile cases, including and essential knowledge of the details, especially during the cross-examination process.'
'Shaparak Saleh's commitment to the client is truly exceptional.'
'This firm stands out for its deep understanding of the industry and business processes, combining practical insights with strong legal expertise to offer much more than standard legal advice.'
'Kathryn Khamsi is invaluable in managing complex, cross-border arbitration cases. Ability to handle multiple stakeholders and help find common ground, even when there are internal disagreements.'
Key clients
- Crescent Petroleum
- Guardian Holdings Limited
- KLIC Holdings limited
- Apfin Investment Pte. Ltd.
- Hoenir Incorporated
- Eni
- Elliott Associates
- Serafin Garcia Armas
- Karina Garcia Gruber
- TotalEnergies
Work highlights
- Advising Elliott Associates in an investment claim brought under the United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement and arising out of a major State corruption scandal.
- Representing Crescent Petroleum before English courts.
- Acting on behalf of the investors in a shareholder dispute with the majority owner and CEO/chairman of Korea’s third-largest life insurance company.
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Practice head
Georgios Petrochilos; Todd Wetmore
Other key lawyers
Kathryn Khamsi; Shaparak Saleh; Ilija Mitrev-Penushliski