A&O Shearman
Noted for its ‘meticulous attention to detail,’ the dispute resolution department at A&O Shearman represents international and domestic clients before courts and arbitral tribunals. Areas of expertise range from commercial litigation, which is typically overseen by Martin Magál, to international commercial arbitration and investment treaty arbitration, which is usually led by Lucia Raimanová. The firm also fields a strong practice in public law and energy disputes, which are Peter Šťastný's fields of oversight, and a specialised team handling employment and IP litigation, which is led by Zuzana Hečko. Matej Košalko is dual-qualified in English and Slovak law, while Richard Macko is noted by one client as ’a rising star in dispute resolution'. Lucia Dulovičová is regularly involved in arbitrations conducted under the rules of the ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL. Peter Plachý is another name to note.
Testimonials
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‘Michal Porubský understands the industry and the needs of his clients.'
- 'Zuzana Hečko is a great expert in her legal area, very enthusiastic.'
Key clients
- Západoslovenská distribučná, a.s.
- Východoslovenská distribučná, a.s.
Work highlights
- Represented Západoslovenská distribučná, a.s. and Východoslovenská distribučná, a.s. in over 60 court disputes, in which producers of electricity were claiming back the payment of the G-tariff.
- Representing BG Exploration and Production India Limited and Reliance Industries Limited in a London-seated arbitration against the Government of India under the UNCITRAL Rules 1976.