Steptoe UK LLP routinely acts in financial services-related commercial arbitrations. The London team also represents international investors in LCIA cases, and is experienced in representing states and investors in public international law-governed arbitrations. Matthew Coleman, who is highly rated for claims against African States, chairs the practice. Christophe Bondy acts in high-profile investment cases and Neil Dooley is ‘vastly experienced in arbitration’. Another key team member is ’standout’ international disputes specialist Jonathon Egerton-Peters. Juliya Arbisman left the firm in January 2024.
Testimonials
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‘An impressive team working across jurisdictions on complex issues of international arbitration.’
‘A practice that hits way above its weight in international arbitration generally, especially ones with Russian or former CIS state links.’
Key clients
- The European Union
- Pennyroyal
Work highlights
- Serving as external counsel to the European Union in the Nord Stream 2 claim under the Energy Charter Treaty, arising out of the application of European competition rules to the ownership and operation of a multi-billion-dollar pipeline.
- Acting as lead counsel to investors in respect of an investment dispute with Tanzania, arising from alleged breaches of two bilateral investment treaties.