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Tomas Vail is the name to note at boutique firm Vail Dispute Resolution, which has a stand-out emphasis on international arbitration matters. The ‘approachable, proactive, and solutions-oriented’ Vail, a seasoned arbitrator, has a strong track record advising on investor-state disputes in the energy and infrastructure sectors and also handles claims under BITs.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Tomas Vail is an excellent practitioner who can handle cases with expert insights but high efficiency.’

  • ‘Tomas Vail is a standout partner. He is extremely detail-oriented, highly experienced, and an effective strategic partner.’

  • 'Tomas Vail is particularly valued for his responsiveness, clarity, and ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team. He is not only excellent in legal knowledge but also approachable, proactive, and solutions-oriented.'

  • 'VDR distinguishes itself through a rare combination of legal excellence, commercial insight, and client-focused service. The team is highly skilled, responsive, and collaborative, offering tailored solutions across complex international matters.'

Key clients

  • Modus Energy (Netherlands)
  • Modus Group

Work highlights

Advising Modus Energy (Netherlands) for a number of years in its multi-million-euro investment treaty dispute with Ukraine regarding investments in the photovoltaic (solar) industry.
Advising Lithuania’s Modus Group in its multi-million-euro claim against Belarus over a project to build a luxury hotel next to the country’s main airport.

Practice head

Tomas Vail