Leveraging its international presence, White & Case LLP is instructed on complex disputes by high-profile clients in the energy, technology, and public sector. The experienced team is well-versed in all manner of complex disputes, regularly appearing in ICC arbitrations and litigation at all court levels. With an extensive client list including governments, contractors, and lenders, practice head Ellis Baker is instructed on a variety of international disputes. David Robertson regularly represents Asia’s leading EPC contractors and major technology companies in arbitrations. Karim Mariey is particularly equipped to handle ICC arbitrations out of the Middle East, while Emily Elliott and Rebecca Major handle a mix of energy and infrastructure disputes.
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  • ‘The team has the depth and experience required to manage effectively large and complex cases. The team’s talent is clear and their dedication to the case is fantastic. Client-friendly and accessible team makes work very pleasant and efficient.’

  • ‘Super teamwork bringing in all levels of lawyers to assist with getting the facts and details correct. Excellent at assembling skills and have the expertise required to cover a wide range of issues.’

  • ‘Emily Elliott is so dedicated, applies herself to issue at hand and is excellent at organising information and getting to the point.'

  • 'Nicolas Bouchardie has excellent client-centric skills. He presents the good and bad and is excellent at strategising how to deal with the deadlines and complex issues that present themselves.’
  • ‘A deep understanding of the construction and infrastructure sector, with a strategic approach to disputes and commercial mindset. They are able to navigate the complexities of the dispute with a focus on the client's commercial objectives.'

  • 'Their lawyers are highly effective advocates in proceedings with an ability to simplify complex issues and turn them into compelling narrative that resonate.’

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Practice head

Ellis Baker

Other key lawyers

David Robertson; Karim Mariey; Emily Elliott; Rebecca Major; Nicolas Bouchardie; James Holden