Addleshaw Goddard houses experts in international arbitrations involving energy, life sciences and construction. The practice is also experienced in representing third-party funders (TPFs) in funding agreement-related international arbitrations brought by (or against) TPFs. In addition to his counsel practice, Jon Tweedale sits as an arbitrator. Simon Kamstra is an energy arbitration specialist, and Maria Frangeskides acts in disputes under the LCIA and ICC rules. Promoted to partner in May 2024, Nathalie Allen‘s ’expertise and skills make her shine out from the crowd’, while commercial and investment treaty arbitration practitioner Rick Gal joined from legacy firm Allen & Overy LLP in August 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘Strong team and client base - deep expertise in international arbitration.’
‘Very easy to work with - excellent experience in arbitration.’
‘The firm has a real commitment to this area and is determined to make it a big part of what it does.’
‘The Addleshaw team provides top-notch arbitration support.’
‘They leave nothing to chance and can be relied upon to anticipate nearly every contingency. All their written work product is thorough and accurate.’
‘Jon Tweedale - great legal mind and astute strategist, finds solutions for his clients time and time again.’
‘Jon Tweedale is a real asset to any team - fully committed and good humoured.’
‘Nathalie Allen is a huge arbitration enthusiast, whose expertise and skills make her shine out from the crowd.’
Key clients
- Dassault Aviation
- Libyan National Oil Corporation
- The Islamic Republic of Pakistan
- BP
Work highlights
Represented French defence contractor Dassault Aviation in the Court of Appeal, following a successful challenge under section 67 of the Arbitration Act to an award on jurisdiction (issued by an ICC arbitral tribunal).
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Nathalie Allen
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Rick Gal
Practice head
Jon Tweedale
Other key lawyers
Simon Kamstra; Maria Frangeskides; Nathalie Allen; Rick Gal; Canelle Goldstein