Naomi Briercliffe
Squire Patton BoggsSquire Patton Boggs ‘top-notch arbitration team’ fields specialists in energy disputes and investment treaty arbitrations. The practice also assists with Africa-related matters, and is increasingly mandated for arbitration-related litigation, including enforcement work. Working between London and Cleveland, George von Mehren is an international disputes veteran. Max Rockall is an energy arbitration expert, while Peter Crossley acts in disputes before different arbitral and judicial fora throughout the world. Timi Balogun specialises in significant treaty disputes and Naomi Briercliffe is ’a brilliant advocate’.
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Testimonials
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‘Responsive, meticulous and pleasant people to work with. A strong arbitration team.’
‘Top-notch arbitration team. One of the best in the market. A go-to firm for complex international disputes.’
‘The energy industry and commercial expertise of the international arbitration team is very strong, and among the best in the business for a law firm.’
‘They consistently demonstrate deep client understanding and dedication to achieving client goals in a realistic and sophisticated manner.’
‘Naomi Briercliffe is exceptional. Very good listener, humble, and well versed when it comes to the enforcement of international arbitration awards in the UK.’
‘Naomi Briercliffe is a standout practitioner. A brilliant advocate and a force to be reckoned with. She brings unparalleled experience and knowledge of investment arbitration to the table. She has a unique ability to examine complex issues, and provide creative and innovative solutions. A leader in her field.’
‘Karolina Latasz is very intelligent, committed, hard-working, and creative in her thinking - a definite star for the future.’
- ‘Tim Flamank always demonstrates an impressive blend of diligence, professionalism, client-centric focus, outstanding legal aptitude, and tireless dedication.’
Key clients
- NJSC Naftogaz
- The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria
Work highlights
- Acting for one of Japan’s largest energy companies in a price review arbitration under a multi-billion-dollar, long-term sale and purchase agreement.
- Defending the Federal Republic of Nigeria in a $3bn ICSID arbitration against Eni group subsidiaries in relation to a significant offshore oil and gas block.
- Acting for NJSC Naftogaz (and related entities) in the enforcement in the English High Court of a $5bn arbitration award obtained against the state of Russia.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
George von Mehren, Max Rockall, Peter Crossley