Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP houses experts in public international law, as well as investor-state and state-to-state arbitrations. The team additionally covers boundary disputes, business and human rights, and arbitration award enforcements. The track record of Jonathan Leach, the global co-chair of the firm’s international arbitration group, includes appearing as lead counsel in several investment arbitrations; and Mark Howarth is energy disputes head. The ‘excellent’ commercial and investment treaty arbitration expert Katia Finkel and investor-state arbitration and public international law specialist Wilson Antoon are late 2023 hires from Baker McKenzie and King & Wood Mallesons, respectively. In August 2023, Cameron Forsaith left the firm.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The team is very cohesive - team members enjoy working together and this is apparent. This makes for a somewhat relaxed and friendly atmosphere, which is important when working long hours and spending a long time together.’
‘The team put in place is especially tailored to clients’ needs, including language skills.’
‘The team is very dedicated and has a great attitude.’
‘Jonathan Leach - excellent, very approachable and personable, always taking the time to explain difficult concepts in a simple, yet comprehensive, way.’
- ‘Katia Finkel is excellent, especially when dealing with complex accounting and quantum issues.’
‘Katia Finkel is of great support on cases.’
‘Katia Finkel is an excellent professional, who is very knowledgeable, experienced and a skillful person.’
‘Katia Finkel demonstrates great knowledge of both ISDS law and procedure.’
Key clients
- State of Libya
- Islamic Republic of Iran
- National Iranian Oil Company
- Malaysia’s Minister of Finance (Incorporated)
- 1Malaysia Development Berhad
- Norland Suzor
- SBEC Systems
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jonathan Leach