Dany Khayat
Mayer Brown
Mayer Brown
Client SatisfactionMayer Brown fields a strong team that manages a large caseload and regularly attracts new mandates. The group is adept at handling both commercial and investment arbitration and its caseload regularly deals with matters related to Latin America, Africa and the Middle East. The team also has the ability to manage complex pan-European cases that raise complex EU legal issues and routinely handles high-stakes disputes pertaining to energy, construction, mining, concessions and utilities projects. It is involved in a landmark construction dispute in the Middle East and in several major banking-related cases, notably connected to Lebanon. State entities as well as French and international companies are clients. The team is able to draw on the firm's international platform to offers complementary capabilities in London, Singapore, Brazil, Dubai and the US. Practice head Dany Khayat is the key name, with Alejandro López Ortiz and José Caicedo also highly regarded. Counsel William Ahern also contributes.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Dynamic and realistic approach, remarkable understanding of foreign laws. They are competent and hardworking.’
- ‘This team is amazing.’
- ‘They put themselves in the client's shoes. José Caicedo and Dani Khayat are always willing to offer suggestions to help find new avenues.’
- ‘The Paris office stands out not just for its legal proficiency but also for its unparalleled dedication to client needs. They show a genuine understanding of the nuances of international government relations. They don't just offer solutions; they craft them hand-in-hand with clients, ensuring that every step aligns with clients’ vision and objectives.’
- ‘Dany Khayat is nothing short of exceptional. His profound understanding of clients’ needs is matched only by his unwavering dedication and his innate ability to marry the technicalities of law with a personal touch. Dany's client-first, almost selfless approach is a breath of fresh air. He doesn’t just interpret the law; he embodies the essence of a true counselor - always putting his clients at the heart of everything he does’.
- ‘José Caicedo consistently displays an uncanny knack for legal solutions. Complex problems, often seemingly insurmountable, have met their match in José. His meticulousness, combined with his laser-focused attention to detail, ensures that no stone is left unturned when addressing our concerns.’
- ‘Alejandro López Ortiz shows great availability, accurate and prompt analysis for quick answers’.
- ‘William Ahern showcases not just brilliance in the arbitration field but also an impeccable work ethic that sets him apart. It's no exaggeration to say that he is a rising star in the legal firmament. His intelligence, paired with his relentless drive, ensures that our matters are tackled with both dexterity and diligence.’
Key clients
- D.S. Construction FZCO
- Junefield Gold Investments Limited
- The Kingdom of Morocco
- Société Générale
- The Republic of India
- The Republic of the Gambia
- Veolia Group
Work highlights
- Representing Veolia Environnement, Veolia Energie International, UAB Vilniaus Energija and UAB Litesko in an ICSID arbitration in relation to a dispute concerning the expropriation of Veolia’s investment in the operation, improvement and modernisation of heating networks in numerous Lithuanian cities.
- Representing the Chinese company Junefield Gold Investments Limited in an investment treaty claim against Ecuador arising out of the expropriation of its concession rights in a gold and silver mine in Ecuador.
- Representing the Republic of India in an UNCITRAL/PCA international arbitration against Kowepo under investment treaties.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Alejandro López Ortiz
Mayer BrownPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Dany Khayat