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International arbitration

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Alston & Bird LLP

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‘Gaining visibility in more and more significant cases’, Alston & Bird LLP’s international arbitration practice in London has notable expertise in cryptocurrency and Fintech matters, as well as complex enforcement actions. A late 2023 hire from Pallas Partners LLP, Will Hooker focuses on commercial and investment arbitrations, his track record including arbitrations under the ICC, LCIA, SIAC, LMAA, ICSID, LAMC, and UNCITRAL rules, along with ad hoc proceedings. Providing key support, Sophia Bouygues ’contributes significantly to highly-complex investment disputes.’
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Alston & Bird is well-known litigation name in the US. It is less known in the UK; however, it is gaining visibility in more and more significant cases.’

  • ‘The team is extremely focused on distinguishing the material from the non-material, and can quickly identify the core issues in a case.’

  • ‘What stands out most is their team - they truly listen, collaborate seamlessly, and explain things in a way that just makes sense. Unlike other firms, they’re not just experts, they’re partners who adapt quickly, communicate clearly, and actually care about clients’ success.’

  • ‘Will Hooker is a first-class litigator, who is also well known in the Middle East where he appears regularly before the DIFC (Dubai) and ADGM courts (Abu Dhabi).’

  • ‘The standout talent is Will Hooker. A brilliant advocate and capable tactician.’

  • ‘Will Hooker is strategic, and has the ability to map out a strategy that covers all the key points.’

  • ‘Will Hooker’s presentations to clients are both clear and persuasive, while his advocacy and written opinions are precise and on point.’

  • ‘Sophia Bouygues contributes significantly to highly-complex investment disputes.’

  • 'International law firm quality; with personal service.'

  • 'The team is very strong in international arbitration and enforcement, with Will Hooker as a very capable and likeable lawyer with a lot of experience.'

Key clients

  • ADS Securities
  • General Dynamics
  • Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority

Work highlights

Representing a financial services firm in multi-jurisdictional arbitration, litigation, and enforcement actions across the UK, BVI, Cayman, Netherlands, Germany, and Austria.
Representing a South American energy company in a $890m LCIA arbitration claim, relating to the cancellation of a long-term offshore energy project.
Representing a developer of crypto platform technology in a Seychelles-based ad hoc arbitration under the UNCITRAL rules, which concerns a stable coin programme.

Other key lawyers

Will Hooker; Sophia Bouygues