The ‘very strong public international law practice’ at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher has notable sector experience in the energy, telecoms, insurance, construction, pharmaceutical and banking sectors. The practice is co-led by international arbitration specialist Cyrus Benson, who is a ’first-rate lawyer and advocate’; and the ‘outstandingly energetic and tireless’ Penny Madden KC, who has significant expertise in shareholder, telecoms, energy, international trade and insurance disputes. The practice further showcases former President of the European Court of Human Rights, Robert Spano; Piers Plumptre, who has significant investment treaty arbitration experience; and ’excellent public international law practitioner’ Ceyda Knoebel.
Testimonials
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‘Gibson Dunn has a strong practice for enforcement of investor-state arbitration awards.’
‘Gibson Dunn stands out for its people - excellent lawyers, who are a pleasure to work with.’
‘They are first class in every way. Their partners have appeared in a number of international arbitrations and have invariably been excellent.’
‘They have a very strong public international law practice that handles a significant number of investment treaty disputes. This is a highly specialised area in which they have few peers.’
‘Cyrus Benson is a first-rate lawyer and advocate who is responsible for a significant portion of the firm’s PIL practice. He is an excellent tactician and strategist who wastes no time in getting to the heart of the issues.’
‘Penny Madden KC is outstandingly energetic and tireless.’
‘Piers Plumptre is making waves as a new partner, with lots of instructions to enforce investor-state awards.’
‘Ceyda Knoebel is an excellent public international law practitioner. She works across international commercial arbitration, investment treaty arbitration and public international law with ease, combining huge knowledge and interest in the law with the ability to run a team and complex litigation - truly a pleasure to work with. One of the best solicitors around for public international law.’
Key clients
- Corral Morocco Holdings
- Yukos Capital
- The Ministry of Finance of Saudi Arabia
- Kimberly-Clark
- Richard Ratcliffe
- CC/Devas (Mauritius)
- Telcom Devas Mauritius
- Devas Employees Mauritius Private
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Penny Madden KC, Cyrus Benson