Volterra Fietta
Client SatisfactionRegarded by clients as ‘a market-leading firm in international arbitration, particularly public international law disputes’, Volterra Fietta’s team is experienced in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations, regularly being instructed by a diverse range of governments and major corporate clients. The practice is chaired by Robert Volterra, ‘a leading figure in the market', whose considerable practice covers investment treaty arbitrations, commercial arbitrations, and advice concerning investment structuring and feasibility of claims under a range of treaties. Peter Flint regularly advises both governments and commercial parties in cross-border disputes concerning a host of sectors, engineering, energy, and financial services among them. Other key figures include Gunjan Sharma, noted for his capabilities in a wide array of high-value arbitrations, and Ahmed Abdel Hakam, who stands out for his expertise in State-to-State disputes in various arbitral institutions. Angela Ha, whose recent activity notably includes mining sector investor-State claims, is also recommended.
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Testimonials
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‘Volterra Fietta is a market-leading firm in international arbitration, particularly public international law disputes.’
‘The firm has real strength and depth of experience, and is best placed for the most complex and demanding PIL disputes. The team at VF exemplifies a seamless working dynamic, characterised by exceptional coordination and organisation.’
‘Each member leverages their strengths to create effective synergies, ensuring that assignments are allocated efficiently and lead lawyers maintain comprehensive oversight of every case aspect.’
‘Their meticulous attention to detail allows them to understand cases thoroughly and advocate proactively for clients’ interests.’
‘Robert Volterra is one of the leading public international lawyers in the UK and globally. His reputation precedes him and there is no dispute that is too complex for him.’
‘Robert Volterra is a leading figure in the market for many years and he is joined by a strong team, including new partner Ahmed Abdel Hakam.’
- ‘Ahmed Abdel Hakam is an experienced public international lawyer and brings almost two decades of expertise with him. He is a very skilled arbitration practitioner and comfortable in all public international law forums.’
- ‘Gunjan Sharma’s profound insight into civil law, public international law, commercial practices, and multicultural legal frameworks is invaluable. His analyses are precise, and his strategic guidance is clear and comprehensive. A world-class lawyer.’
Key clients
- KN-Holding LLC
- Severgroup LLC
- Grenada
- Koch Industries, Inc.
- Koch Minerals Sàrl
- Koch Nitrogen International Sàrl
- Barbados
- Owens-Illinois Inc.
- Arab Republic Egypt
- Republic of Croatia
- Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Republic of Kenya
- Malaysia
Work highlights
- Representing a global nuclear energy company in an investor-State arbitration, valued at over USD 3bn, against a State following the State's decision to terminate a nuclear energy project in the country.
- Advised Malaysia in a matter concerning sovereign territory and fraudulent arbitration (the 'Sulu arbitration') of a value in excess of USD 15bn.
- Representing KN-Holding and Severgroup LLC in an ad hoc arbitration against the French Republic.
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Robert Volterra