Arbitration is often selected as an alternative to court to achieve important objectives: to promptly resolve a commercial dispute, in a confidential setting, using a tribunal that controls its own procedures and that may have industry expertise relevant to the disputed issues. In cross-border matters, arbitration has distinct advantages over traditional courts, including an award enforceable in over 140 countries under the New York Convention.

As experienced advocates and advisors who know both the arbitration and litigation processes, we work with our clients to understand their business objectives and to develop an effective strategic plan to achieve the desired results. We have particular expertise in arbitrations in the following industries:

• Energy: oil, natural gas, electricity and petrochemicals
• International Trade and Investment: including investor-state disputes, private disputes between trading companies, and international sale of goods and services
• Construction: from tendering to design and construction of major industrial facilities and plants
• Natural Resources: mining and development projects, forestry, pulp and paper, mineral processing facilities, mineral royalties and major capital equipment
• Transactions: arising from asset purchase agreements or the sale of shares
• Joint Venture and Corporate Disputes: partnerships, shareholder and investor disputes