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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Elodie Dulac is a partner in King & Spalding’s Singapore office and a member of the firm’s International Arbitration group. Ms. Dulac has represented clients in commercial and investment arbitrations around the world, with a particular focus on Asia, where she has been based for 18 years. She has worked on international arbitrations under the rules of the ICC, ICSID, SCC, SIAC, and UNCITRAL.
In addition to her work as counsel, Ms. Dulac has been appointed as an arbitrator in over 30 arbitrations (HKIAC, ICC, SIAC, AIAC, KIAC and ad hoc). She has particular expertise in energy, mining, joint venture/shareholder and investor-State disputes, as well as Asia-Africa disputes. Ms. Dulac is a Singapore representative on the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR, a Vice-Chair of the Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Committee of the Inter-Pacific Bar Association and a Member of the Investment Arbitration Committee of the International Bar Association.
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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.'
'Elodie brings an exceptional blend of analytical depth and client-focused pragmatism to complex international disputes. Her command of investment treaty arbitration and commercial arbitration across Asia is unmatched.' 'Jun complements the team with has a strong command of procedural strategy and deep experience across multiple arbitral institutions, including SIAC and ICC. Jun also has an exceptional attention to detail and collaborative mindset that consistently adds value at every stage of the arbitration.'‘Extremely skilled legal and arbitration professionals led by Nils Eliasson. Able to digest the essence of a commercial dispute and develop persuasive arbitration/legal strategy. Extremely capable in prep and conduct of hearing. Predictions regarding fees, timelines, procedural always accurate.’
‘Nils Eliasson is extremely capable, an industry leader and very effective team leader as well.'
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.