Volterra Fietta

“Gunjan Sharma excels in the depth of his knowledge and ability to provide superior legal advice fit for the specific business context. I have found no one better to advise on investment protection for complex international business transactions with an eye for achieving the paramount business objectives in the transactions. Highly recommend his services.”

David J. Bertoch

Executive Counsel (retired), ExxonMobil

“The VF team was brought in to replace our prior team of law professors in the Somalia v Kenya case at the ICJ. Their approach was impressive, to say the least. Within days, VF’s experience as professional international law litigators had enabled them to identify facts and legal arguments that our previous team had entirely missed. Robert Volterra explained this to us, including a number of relevant ministers, in clear and succinct ways and we rapidly agreed to the proposed comprehensive course of action.”

Muin Malik

External Advisor, Cabinet of the President of Kenya

“After Volterra Fietta replaced our prior legal team, they completely changed our case theory and used unprecedented procedural tactics to enable Kenya to resubmit a revised set of pleadings and evidence, on which the ICJ ultimately based its judgment. At all times, the VF team kept us informed and responded to queries in a timely manner. The VF team are in a league of their own in the area of public international law.”

Chambers of the Attorney General of the Republic of Kenya

Republic of Kenya

“Robert Volterra is the most comprehensive and versatile lawyer I have had the pleasure to work with. His knowledge of Public International Law is second to no one. He also has the rare ability to comprehend the wider geopolitical and diplomatic issues in disputes involving sovereign states. This understanding led to us being advised on different aspects, both legal and diplomatic, which was highly appreciated. Without doubt, Mr. Volterra is an exceptional lawyer who is at the top of his profession.”

Office of the Solicitor General of the Republic of Kenya

Republic of Kenya

“Luckily, we realised before it was too late that our legal team required highly experienced professional international law litigators. We replaced our previous legal team with Volterra Fietta and others. Finally, using the Volterra Fietta team, we analysed forensically the hundreds of thousands of pieces of evidence and prepared practical arguments that effectively refuted our adversary’s attempts to confuse the International Court of Justice. We won an unprecedented compensation from the International Court of Justice – almost half a billion dollars – due to the professional case-management skills of Robert Volterra and his team.”

André Kalenga-ka-Ngoyi

Deputy Director of the Cabinet of the Ministry of Justice of the Democratic Republic of the Congo

“We repeatedly turn to Volterra Fietta for SWAT-team support on urgent inter-State issues. They have a deep bench that lets them respond immediately when new matters arise. Partners respond personally to our messages without delay and we receive fast, effective and reliable support in emergency situations without sacrificing quality.”

Federico Alberto Cuello Camilo

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Dominican Republic, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic

“Volterra Fietta: when you cannot afford to lose.”

Pierre Ebbe

Head of Human Rights and International Law Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Republic of Congo

“I would like to express my personal appreciation for the support and assistance of, and professionalism displayed at all times by, [Robert Volterra], Peter [Flint] and the Volterra Fietta team.”

Anonymous

General Counsel, A Major Global Mining Company

“I am impressed by the VF team’s industry and adroit reasoning. Ghana appreciates your services.”

Godfred Yeboah Dame

Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Republic of Ghana

“Robert Volterra is one of the world’s most respected public international law specialists. Volterra Fietta supports Myanmar’s efforts using the largest team of public international law experts in any firm in the world.”

Dr Sasa

Minister of the National Unity Government (democratically-elected civilian government) of Myanmar

“Robert Volterra is the most devastating cross-examiner and effective advocate that we have ever worked with or against. We are repeat users of Volterra Fietta. Robert, Graham and the VF team know the oil business inside and out. They provide strategic advice that takes holistic account of our wider business interests.”

Kristina Hartman

Head of the Legal Division, INA Industrija Nafte

“Robert Volterra and Gunjan Sharma are consummate professionals. They uphold the strongest ethical values. They are also highly experienced arbitration lawyers, whose knowledge of the field and relationships provide invaluable value to clients.”

Polina Galperina

Head of International Projects Department, Nord Gold

“The Volterra Fietta team has the best combination of public international law expertise and international litigation skills in the world. They are the top in their field globally.”

Chris Bogart

Chief Executive Officer, Burford Capital

“No other public international law practice in the world comes close to matching the depth and expertise of Volterra Fietta.”

His Excellency Ambassador Maan al Hafez

Legal Adviser, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

“Having spent 22 years at two Magic Circle firms, I have a very high standard of performance from the law firms that I instruct. ZHRH Corporation required complex and mission-critical advice on Bilateral Investment Treaties. Robert Volterra and Volterra Fietta were nothing less than fantastic: we honestly do not believe that there is another public international law lawyer in the UK (and possibly the world) who can match Mr Volterra for intellectual brilliance, knowledge, creativity and responsiveness. Despite a heavy workload, Mr Volterra was also always prepared to go the extra mile. For example, by volunteering to assist us in explaining the complexities and importance of Bilateral Investment Treaties during presentations to potential investors and joint venture partners. We could not recommend him more highly.”

Tim Schwarz

General Counsel, ZHRH Corporation

“I have worked over the years with many law firms. Volterra Fietta is among the few top tier law firms anywhere. It consistently delivers cogent advice and robust and timely solutions. It is truly a unique public international law firm that handles the most complex legal challenges. VF is the go-to firm for litigation in the English courts involving States, without peer, and for other international litigations. The VF team are highly available, dedicated and passionate counsel. They make sure their clients get the best experience and insight, in an efficient and client-friendly manner. Robert Volterra is definitely among the best global public international law counsel in the world. He is a brilliant trusted adviser and also easy to work with.”

Dr Saud al Ammari

External Legal Counsel, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain

“We have worked with Volterra Fietta, and in particular Robert Volterra, for over 20 years. His advice, his availability and the strategic and ethical manner in which he acts has always inured to our benefit. Barbados considers Volterra Fietta a critical part of our team in all initiatives it undertakes internationally - before we act and not just for litigation.”

Her Excellency Prime Minister Mia Mottley of Barbados