Chaffetz Lindsey LLP remains a substantial force in investment and commercial arbitration, notably representing the AES Corporation in a multibillion-dollar ICSID case against Argentina and acting for APM Terminals in an ICSID dispute against the Government of Peru. In commercial arbitration, the firm is active in energy disputes, especially wind and solar power cases; it represented Enel and two of its Mexican subsidiaries in a dispute against the majority shareholders of three mega solar facilities in Mexico with a combined capacity of 1,088MW. James Hosking is a co-founder of the firm and heads the international arbitration group; he continues to lead the team that is representing AES in its ICSID case against Argentina. Aníbal Sabater is a recognised Latin America specialist with an extensive record in investment and commercial arbitration. Caline Mouawad is another senior member of the practice and Yasmine Lahlou is noted for Brazil cases. Gretta Walters is an increasingly prominent partner, while Matilde Flores impresses at associate level. All are based in New York.
Testimonials
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‘Their quality of service is notable for their level of professionalism and dedication to their clients as well as the level of detail of their legal advice and recommendations.'
‘Anibal Sabater is a lawyer with a high standard of quality. As a lawyer, he is having a very notable role, which makes him an elite consultant.'
‘Chaffetz is a boutique, super specialised in arbitration. They are very focused on customer service and accompanying them in all instances of the dispute. They care about knowing the client's philosophy and business approach to provide solutions that are aligned with their objectives and style. Partners are actively involved in the issues.’
‘Peter Chaffetz has a lot of seniority, knows how to manage client expectations and proposes efficient solutions in terms of costs and times, always considering the global strategy of the case. James Hosking is a great strategist, with a strong commitment to knowing the facts of the case. Matilde Flores is a rising star.'
‘A great team of experienced and season attorney. Better quality than the "bigger" firms in the USA.’
‘I have high praise for the team. Cecilia Moss, Gretta Walters and Matilde Flores stand out.’
Key clients
- The AES Corporation
- APM Terminals Callao
- Clorox Spain
- Enel
- Eskenazi family
- Grañá y Montero
- SPI Energy
- Stoneway Capital
- Sinohydro Costa Rica, Omega Construcciones, Desarrollos y Construcciones Urbanas and CAABSA Infraestructura
- Webuild
Work highlights
- Represented The AES Corporation in an ICSID arbitration against Argentina arising out of interventions in the electricity generation market in breach of the US-Argentina BIT.
- Represented Clorox Spain in its PCA-administered UNCITRAL arbitration against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela under the Spain-Venezuela bilateral investment treaty.
- Represented Enel and two of its Mexican subsidiaries in a dispute against the majority shareholders of three mega solar facilities in Mexico with a combined capacity of 1,088MW.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
James Hosking