Humphries Kerstetter LLP is a City litigation boutique that is mandated for arbitrations under all major international rules. Its expertise covers acting both for, and against, sovereign states, and the firm is additionally experienced in the enforcement of final arbitration awards from a range of international jurisdictions. Representing companies from the energy, telecoms, financial services, media and insurance sectors, Kristopher Kerstetter‘s ’reputation in international arbitration is stellar’. Toby Starr‘s current practice encompasses LCIA, UNCITRAL and ICSID arbitrations.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team attracts high-quality, interesting international work.’

  • ‘Extensive knowledge and precise timing. They always act very fast at every step of arbitration proceedings.’

  • ‘A highly impressive and trustworthy law firm.’

  • ‘HK's international arbitration team is at the top of its game. They have decades of experience and the firm's model allows a dedicated but efficient use of resources, which is beneficial to both the case and the client. Collaboration between the HK team and Counsel teams is seamless.’

  • ‘Kristopher Kerstetter and Robert Javin-Fisher understand the procedural intricacies of arbitration and are always thoughtful in their approach. Clients are particularly impressed by their ability to navigate sensitive issues and clients.’

  • ‘Kristopher Kerstetter is superb with clients. He gets straight to the point and his reputation in international arbitration is stellar.’

  • ‘Kristopher Kerstetter is highly skilled in arbitration work and is a great team player and strategist.’

  • ‘Robert Javin-Fisher is a pleasure to work with. Solutions oriented and a great team player.’

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Kristopher Kerstetter

Other key lawyers

Toby Starr, Robert Javin-Fisher