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Hogan Lovells International LLP

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Hogan Lovells International LLP houses 'a strong, well-balanced team that delivers results on time'. In addition to fielding teams in key arbitration seats, such as London, Paris, Zürich, Singapore, Hong Kong and New York, the practice focuses on emerging markets, including South America, Asia, and Eastern Europe and former CIS countries. Energy and mining arbitration specialist Kieron O’Callaghan is London international arbitration head; Michael Davison has longstanding experience in acting in major arbitrations; Nathan Searle routinely represents multinational clients in high-stakes arbitrations; and Ben Hornan 'always excels'. At counsel level, Annabel Maltby regularly assists with life sciences, healthcare and financial services-related disputes; and admitted to practise in England and Wales, and Nigeria, associate Ademola Bamgbose is a key member of the firm's global Africa practice.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team delivers innovative solutions to problems, taking into consideration the nuances of clients' jurisdictions and opponents.’

  • 'Very attentive to detail, and shows deep knowledge and technical skills .’
  • ‘Not only do they have professionals with a wealth of experience, but they are also very hands-on and supportive.'

  • 'Promptness, frequent communication, and reporting that is properly organised and to the point. Another strength of the company is its support (including language) for Japanese and Asian companies.’

  • ‘Each lawyer is very professional, hardworking and attentive to detail.’

  • ‘A strong, well-balanced team that delivers results on time and to budget.’

  • ‘Robust, thoughtful legal analysis combined with a good understanding of commercial practicalities result in the delivery of exceptional advice.'

  • 'Ben Hornan always excels.’

Key clients

  • Bank of Ghana

Work highlights

  • Successfully represented the Bank of Ghana in the dismissal of a $478m LCIA arbitration claim by Sibton Switch Systems, in relation to a large technology project.
  • Representing a Fortune 500 company in an ICC arbitration, regarding the failure of a multi-billion dollar M&A transaction.
  • Representing a global pharmaceutical company in a complex and high-value ICC arbitration regarding drug development.

Lawyers

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Leading individuals

Next Generation Partners

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Kieron O'Callaghan

Other key lawyers

Michael Davison, Nathan Searle, Ben Hornan, Annabel Maltby, Ademola Bamgbose