Best known for its public international law credentials, Volterra Fietta‘s practice is highly experienced in investment treaty proceedings. It also covers commercial arbitrations. Robert Volterra’s recent experience includes multiple investment treaty arbitrations; Peter Flint acts under all the major arbitral rules; Gunjan Sharma‘s ’advocacy is sharp and articulate’; and Ahmed Abdel Hakam assists with both investment and commercial arbitrations. The team further includes Angela Ha, who represents both claimants and respondents in high-stakes investment treaty arbitrations.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The firm is practical in its approach to issues - a highly competent team. Stands out as a truly exceptional and unique law firm, particularly in the realms of international arbitration and public international law.’
- ‘Offers not only technical brilliance and deep subject-matter expertise, but also strategic foresight, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to client service.’
Key clients
- State of Libya
- Koch Industries
Work highlights
Represented the Arab Republic of Egypt in an ICSID investment treaty arbitration involving Al Jazeera Media Network, the case concerning highly-publicised claims of human rights violations.
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Practice head
Robert Volterra; Peter Flint; Gunjan Sharma; Ahmed Abdel Hakam
Other key lawyers
Angela Ha; Florentine Vos; Ben Burnham; Magdalena Kowalczuk Asher