Fielding ‘one of the most experienced teams around for international arbitration’, WilmerHale has an enviable track record in high-stakes disputes, including both commercial and investor-state arbitrations. An ’outstanding, brilliant litigator’, international arbitration practice chair Gary Born is a renowned commercial arbitration and international litigation specialist. Charlie Caher‘s experience includes numerous institutional and ad hoc arbitrations involving all major arbitral institutions and international arbitration practice vice-chair Franz Schwarz has ’excellent judgement and strategic sense’. Steven Finizio, who also sits as an arbitrator, has particular experience in energy, financial services, shareholder, joint venture M&A, and manufacturing-related disputes. The practice further showcases triple-qualified English solicitor, Singapore advocate and New York lawyer, Jonathan Lim, who acts in a broad range of commercial and investment treaty arbitration matters. In January 2024, the ‘exceptional’ Marleen Krueger, who divides her time between London and Berlin, was promoted to partner. Krueger focuses on international commercial and investment arbitration matters across a range of sectors and jurisdictions.
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‘Terrific talent with brand and clients to match. Huge experience. Big name in arbitration. The diverse WH team is smart, extremely well organised and has a great grasp of the details, which is important in large cases. One of the most experienced teams around for international arbitration.’
‘Their advocacy on the law and the facts is compelling. Easy to work with and quickly grasps key valuation concepts.’
‘The team is very responsive and demonstrates deep understanding of clients’ needs and concerns. They show devotion to cases and constantly exceed expectations in terms of quality of service. From the associates to the partners, the team is engaged in providing a high-quality service.’
‘It is clear that not only are they excellent experts in international commercial arbitration, but they also have a very strong business understanding.’
‘Gary Born is super talented. An outstanding, brilliant litigator. Understands the complexities of cases and has the ability to argue distinctly and distinctively.’
‘Franz Schwartz - excellent judgement and strategic sense. An industry leader and excellent expert with great legal knowledge and deep understanding of clients’ concerns. Despite being high in the firm's structure, he is very involved in the process, adding invaluable expertise.’
‘Charlie Caher is a highly experienced arbitration lawyer. A superb practitioner. Spot-on tactical instincts. Stands out for his clear explanation of the law and facts that are critical to deciding on the merits.’
‘Marleen Krueger is exceptional. She is a great expert, with excellent communication skills that make her a trusted adviser. Marleen is well aware of what is important for her clients and makes sure to exceed their expectations. Jonathan Lim is very bright, industrious and competent.’
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Gary Born; Franz Schwarz; Steven Finizio
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Charlie Caher; Jonathan Lim; Marleen Krueger