Baker McKenzie has ‘an unparalleled depth of experience in both investor-state and commercial arbitration’. The London group is particularly experienced in finance, M&A, energy and construction-related proceedings. Ed Poulton focuses on international and investment treaty arbitration; Steve Abraham acts in international arbitration involving energy, mining and infrastructure projects; and Andy Moody is ’an invaluable asset in complex, multi-jurisdictional matters’. Other key figures are international commercial arbitration specialist Judith Mulholland; construction, engineering and infrastructure arbitration practitioner Kate Corby; Richard Molesworth, who is experienced in several major arbitral institutions; and Anjuli Patel, an expert in Africa and Middle-East-related energy and infrastructure disputes.
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‘The team is extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to understand clients’ business. They are attentive and supportive, and they help clients understand the key issues in disputes.’
‘Baker McKenzie’s international arbitration team stands out for its truly global reach, seamless cross-border collaboration, and an unparalleled depth of experience in both investor-state and commercial arbitration.’
‘The team’s ability to integrate local knowledge with international standards allows it to handle highly complex, politically-sensitive and high-value disputes with exceptional competence.’
‘The individuals in Baker McKenzie’s international arbitration team are truly exceptional - not only in their legal acumen, but also in their strategic foresight, responsiveness and unwavering commitment to delivering results.’
- ‘Andy Moody stands out as one of the most strategic legal thinkers to be encountered in the arbitration field. Andy’s ability to see the full picture early on in a dispute, anticipate procedural developments, and craft winning case strategies is remarkable.’
- ‘Andy Moody combines intellectual rigour with practical judgement, which makes him an invaluable asset in complex, multi-jurisdictional matters. He instils confidence in clients and co-counsel alike through his calm, methodical approach and clear articulation of options and risks.’
Key clients
- Anaklia Development Consortium
- SBEC
- Carlsberg
Work highlights
Acting for Anaklia Development Consortium in a $1.5bn investor-state commercial arbitration, which relates to a deep-sea port infrastructure project on the Black Sea.
Acting for Bob Meijer in his ICSID claim against Georgia under the Netherlands – Georgia bilateral investment treaty, the dispute concerning the Government's unlawful and expropriatory conduct over a large infrastructure project.
Acting for Norland Suzor, and his investment company SBEC, in their ICSID claim against the State of Senegal under the Mauritius – Senegal bilateral investment treaty and the Senegal Investment Code (2004).
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Ed Poulton; Steve Abraham; Andy Moody
Other key lawyers
Judith Mulholland; Kate Corby; Richard Molesworth; Anjuli Patel