Kirkland & Ellis International LLP has ‘a formidable arbitration team in London’. In addition to commercial cases, the practice acts in investor-state arbitrations under the ICSID rules. The team also covers ad-hoc UNCITRAL arbitrations. Rajinder Bassi has enviable experience in commercial and investor-state arbitrations; and Richard Boynton represents multinational corporations, funds and banks in arbitration. The practice additionally showcases Noah Stewart-Ornstein, whose track record includes international arbitrations involving the Netherlands, Switzerland and the US; and Jon Newman, whose ’intellectual prowess and deep understanding of arbitration reassure clients’. Arbitration specialist Neema Dowson-Collins joined from Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP in January 2025.
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- ‘Kirkland & Ellis boasts a formidable arbitration team in London. Their approach is highly strategic and sophisticated, swiftly addressing core issues. They are consistently delightful to collaborate with.’
- ‘They are collaborative, perform work on time and get results! Fees are reasonable considering the quality. A powerhouse team that is very hard-working and innovative. Very client-centric approach.’
- ‘Rajinder Bassi is an excellent lawyer.’
- ‘Everyone at K&E is of the highest quality, but Richard Boynton is a real star. ’
- ‘Jon Newman and Noah Stewart-Ornstein are among the most dynamic pairs in London's arbitration scene, with personalities that complement each other and benefit any in-house counsel.’
- ‘Jon Newman’s intellectual prowess and deep understanding of arbitration reassure clients, along with his calm and steady demeanour. He is fantastic to work with.’
Key clients
- Dow Chemical
- General Motors
- Samsung Electronics
- Ping An Insurance Company of China
- EN+ Group
- Agility Group
- Caterpillar
Lawyers
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Practice head
Rajinder Bassi
Other key lawyers
Richard Boynton; Noah Stewart-Ornstein; Jon Newman; Neema Dowson-Collins