Mayer Brown runs a highly dynamic and expert practice within its Parisian office that covers both commercial and investment arbitration. Working regularly with the London office, the Parisian team acts for prominent French and international companies in matters linked to Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America. It handles large disputes including billion-dollar cases, pertaining notably to mining and construction projects. The team is made up of Dany Khayat, who is global co-head of the firm’s arbitration practice, Alejandro López Ortiz and José Caicedo. Isabela Lacreta and Gustavo Mata Morreo provide support.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Highly competent, particularly in international arbitrations involving Latin America and Spain.'
- ‘Alejandro López Ortiz is an experienced partner.’
- ‘A highly experienced team, capable of handling complex cases, including investment arbitrations in Latin America.’
- ‘Isabela Lacreta and Alejandro López Ortiz: professionalism and extensive experience in investment arbitration matters in Latin America.’
- ‘A high-quality team that is attentive to requests and questions. Skilled in resolving complex issues.’
- ‘A wonderful team. Compact, efficient and very thorough.’
- ‘The team is extremely proactive, available, and professional, providing high-quality service and support.’
- ‘Dany Khayat and Isabela Lacreta not only are experts but also connect with the client and understand their needs and issues.’
Key clients
- Blue Gold Holdings Limited
- Djamel Ben Ferha
- D.S. Construction FZCO
- İmeks İnşaat Makina Elektrik Konstrüksiyon Sanayi Limited Şirketi
- Junefield Gold Investments Limited
- Klesch Group Holdings Limited
- Republic of India
- Société Générale
- Veolia Group
Work highlights
Representing Klesch Group in three investment arbitrations challenging the imposition of a "solidarity contribution" affecting their refineries in Germany and Denmark.
Successfully represented Société Générale in an ICSID case against the Republic of Croatia.
Representing Blue Gold in a high-profile PCA arbitration against the Ghanaian government following the termination and reassignment of Blue Gold's mining leases in Ghana.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Dany Khayat
Other key lawyers
Alejandro López Ortiz; José Caicedo; Isabela Lacreta; Gustavo Mata Morreo