Working in close collaboration with the firm’s Geneva and New York offices, the public international team at King & Spalding LLP acts for a diverse range of clients, including sovereign states, multinational corporations, and individuals. Thomas K. Sprange KC heads up the team, which handles inter-state territorial disputes, international humanitarian and human rights law, Law of the Sea matters, and investment treaty arbitration. Sprange advises on sovereign immunity, arbitration claims, and BIT disputes; Sajid Ahmed is another key name here. Also in the core team, the ‘exceptional’ Peter Hood takes point on inter-state disputes regarding issues of human rights violations, the Law of the Sea, and climate change, while Max Hill KC is described by clients as an ’elegant advocate’.
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‘King & Spalding has developed an excellent reputation in public international law in recent years.’
‘Sir Max Hill is an elegant advocate to whom the Court always listens.’
'Excellent. Amazing work and top quality.'
'Peter Hood. He is exceptional. Excellent analytical ability and a real team player.'
Key clients
- Government of Ukraine
- Rockhopper Exploration Plc; Rockhopper Mediterranean Ltd; Rockhopper Italia S.p.A
- Prime Energy Resources Development B.V.
- Fractal Marine DMCC
Work highlights
Representing the Government of Ukraine in an inter-state application against Russia before the European Court of Human Rights, which seeks to hold Russia responsible for human rights violations committed by its state forces and affiliated groups in the Donbas region of Eastern Ukraine.
Representing the Government of Ukraine in an inter-state application to the European Court of Human Rights concerning Russia’s annexation of Crimea in 2014.
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Thomas K. Sprange KC
Other key lawyers
Sajid Ahmed; Peter Hood; Max Hill KC