Greenberg Traurig, LLP‘s London team acts in commercial arbitrations involving the construction, energy, infrastructure, natural resources, hospitality and pharmaceutical sectors. Mohammed Khamisa KC assists with international arbitration proceedings under the major institutional rules; while recently-promoted Leith Ben Ammar acts in construction, energy, real estate, technology and investment treaty disputes. In 2024, the firm hired Pinsent Masons LLP’s former global co-head of international arbitration Jason Hambury, along with fellow international arbitration practitioners Gurmukh Riyat, Clea Bigelow-Nuttall and Michael Cottrell.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Mohammed Khamisa KC is the ultimate rainmaker, while himself a consummate advocate (a true silk with years of court advocacy experience), and never hesitant to roll up his sleeves and get stuck into cases and hearings.’
- ‘Mohammed Khamisa KC consistently delivers exceptional client service, demonstrating a keen understanding of clients’ needs and concerns. He is proactive in his approach, always ensuring prompt responses and clear communication throughout the entire legal process.’
- ‘Leith Ben Ammar is a star in the making - hard-working, humble in his approach, and formidable in his delivery.’
Work highlights
Representing a luxury hospitality industry client against multiple European state-owned entities, in multi-contract LCIA arbitrations that concern high-profile landmark hotels.
Representing an international EPC contractor in a $550m ICC arbitration against its consortium partners, the dispute arising from the design and construction of a combined-cycle power plant in Asia.
Representing a South American national energy company in an UNCITRAL arbitration, which relates to an oil and gas production agreement and standby letter of credit.
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Clea Bigelow-Nuttall
Practice head
Mohammed Khamisa KC
Other key lawyers
Leith Ben Ammar; Jason Hambury; Gurmukh Riyat; Clea Bigelow-Nuttall; Michael Cottrell