Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP‘s practice is well known for its representation of state and state-owned entities, as well as its experience in high-stakes international commercial disputes; and in addition to its renowned energy credentials, the practice covers the infrastructure, industrial, telecoms and technology sectors. Jonathan Leach leads the commercial arbitration practice; ’outstanding performer’ Mark Howarth in Leeds is energy disputes head; and Richard Little specialises in complex cross-border matters. The next line of practitioners includes James McKenzie, who is ‘a real standout’; international commercial and investor-state arbitration specialist, Wilson Antoon; Katia Finkel, whose caseload includes energy-related conflicts; Sheena Buddhdev, who represents major corporations and financial institutions in international arbitrations; and Kate Lomas, who is ’a star of the future’. During 2024, Joaquin (Jack) Terceño, whose track record includes multiple international commercial and investor-state treaty arbitrations, joined from Freshfields, while Manchester-based Luisa Zukowski was made partner.
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Jonathan Leach
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Mark Howarth; Richard Little; James McKenzie; Wilson Antoon; Katia Finkel; Sheena Buddhdev; Kate Lomas; Joaquin (Jack) Terceño; Luisa Zukowski; Alex Cook; Shalagh Massingham