Experienced in investor-state arbitration, Stewarts Law LLP‘s ’public international law’s team comprises experienced and fantastic attorneys’. The nine-strong group features Sherina Petit, a November 2023 recruit from Norton Rose Fulbright, whose practice encompasses international commercial arbitration and investor-state arbitration; Alejandro Garcia, who leads the firm’s investor-state arbitration practice; and Africa and Middle East expert Daniel Wilmot, who acts in oil, gas and technology sector-related disputes. The department also includes Ilyas Bulut, who assists with complex disputes comprising international elements; commercial disputes lawyer Natalie Osafo; and Marco Piccolo, who focuses on investor-state arbitration.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Stewarts’ public international law's team comprises experienced and fantastic attorneys.’

  • ‘Each member possesses unique expertise, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all clients’ needs.’

  • ‘Their approach is highly client-centric, focusing on tailored solutions and proactive legal services.’

  • ‘Stewarts focuses on what it does best and has built up a team of exceptional individuals to respond to the particular needs of their clients.’

  • ‘Stewarts' success rates are significantly high and their client testimonials reflect a high level of satisfaction with both their results and their methods. Their proactive approach in legal planning and conflict resolution saves their clients time and resources, setting them apart from peers.’

  • ‘Alejandro Garcia is a brilliant example of leadership and expertise, profoundly impacting Stewart's success.’

  • ‘Alejandro Garcia’s approach combines deep legal knowledge with a strategic, client-focused mindset, making him a pivotal asset to his team. Alejandro specializes in public international law and international arbitration, always providing state-of-the-art advice.’

  • ‘Working as external co-counsel with Alejandro Garcia and Marco Piccolo on public international law matters is an exceptional experience, one that stands out in the competitive landscape of legal practice.’

Key clients

  • Shanara Maritime International
  • Marfield

Work highlights

  • Representing Terence Highlands, a British national and founder of a shipbuilding company, in a multimillion-dollar investment treaty arbitration against Mexico.

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Sherina Petit

Other key lawyers

Alejandro Garcia, Daniel Wilmot, Ilyas Bulut, Natalie Osafo, Marco Piccolo