King & Spalding LLP is consistently instructed to act in some of the market’s most significant investor-state and commercial arbitration disputes, fielding sector specialists in oil and gas, construction and investment treaty cases. The practice is expertly led by ‘leading expert in international arbitration’ Wade Coriell and ’extremely skilled’ Nils Eliasson. Coreil divides his time between Houston and Singapore, routinely acting as lead counsel in high-profile multi-jurisdictional cases. Eliasson is a highly regarded arbitration lawyer who excels in M&A, private equity investments, joint venture, banking and finance, construction and shareholder disputes. Elodie Dulac is particularly active in investment treaty arbitrations, notably involving Philippines and Vietnam. Adept in cases involving the energy sector is Anisha Sud, who brings a niche focus on LNG disputes.
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Testimonials
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‘The K&S team is available, responsive and most efficient.’
‘Elodie Dulac is our key contact point and has vast experience.’
‘Truly one of the top full service firms. The partners are super talented and always available. The team demonstrates exceptional professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for their clients. Their proactive communication and practical advice make navigating legal matters much easier. I’ve been consistently impressed by their expertise across various practice areas and their ability to provide tailored solutions for complex situations. I highly recommend this firm to anyone seeking trustworthy and effective legal representation.’
‘Wade Corrie is a leading expert in international arbitration, with outstanding credentials in both the US and Singapore. His deep understanding of cross-border disputes and ability to navigate complex legal frameworks make them an invaluable asset to any client. He is well known for their strategic thinking, clear communication, and unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible results. Clients and colleagues alike consistently praise his professionalism, integrity, and results-driven approach.’
‘We have worked closely together on an international arbitration. The K&S team is absolutely stellar and impressive. From the outset, their dedication to client service is palpable. They are responsive, commercially astute, and deeply engaged in every phase of the arbitration process. They combine first-class legal analysis with an exceptional ability to navigate complex cross-border disputes.’
‘Elodie Dulac and Jun Bautista are key team members within King & Spalding’s international arbitration practice. They both have laser-sharp intellect, strategic finesse, and genuine passion for advocacy.'
Key clients
- Min Fengzhen
- National Grid Corporation of the Philippines
- Prime Energy Resources Development B.V. (formerly Shell Philippines Exploration B.V.)
Work highlights
Successful representation of the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines against two Philippine state-owned entities, which resulted in a USD 600 million SIAC dispute victory.
Victory on jurisdiction for Prime Energy in its ICSID arbitration against the Philippines, with more than $4bn in dispute.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Elodie Dulac
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Anisha Sud
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Jia Lin Hoe
Practice head
Wade M. Coriell; Nils Eliasson
Other key lawyers
Elodie Dulac; Anisha Sud; Jun Bautista; Jia Lin Hoe