With particular expertise in the pharmaceuticals and life sciences sectors, Arnold & Porter advises on a host of corporate and commercial disputes, including mandates concerning M&A and partnership structures. Hilton Mervis leads the team, boasting a broad litigation practice that encompasses contractual, joint venture, and shareholder disputes. Noted for her extensive international experience, Jane Wessel handles commercial agreements and litigation on a cross-border basis. Charlotte Mallorie and Tom Fox are other key names to note, along with William Paris.

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Key clients

  • Central Bank of Venezuela as represented by the Ad Hoc Board
  • Ocorian Limited and Herinder Singh
  • Sotheby’s
  • Czech Republic
  • Heineken (Adrestia); Diageo; Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited; AB InBev
  • Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd (MOL)

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Hilton Mervis
Arnold & Porter

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Hilton Mervis

Other key lawyers

Jane Wessel, Charlotte Mallorie, Tom Fox, William Paris, Alastair Brown, Zeno Frediani