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A partner in our International Arbitration practice, Roberto is experienced in administrative and civil law, government contracts, oil and gas contracts, public utilities, and power and infrastructure projects.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eForeign Legal Consultant, Authorized to Practice law in Argentina (not licensed in Texas)\u003c/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[[--readmore--]]\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoberto represents clients in complex arbitrations before the World Bank Group\u0026rsquo;s International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes and UN Commission on International Trade Law, as well as in arbitration under the International Centre for Dispute Resolution and International Chamber of Commerce rules. 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(owned by VINCI Highways) against the City of Lima in a toll road project regarding the nullity of the concession agreement. Lima is claiming the nullity of the concession based on the alleged imbalance of the economic terms of several agreements entered into during the contract execution. The case also involves construction claims against the City of Lima. It is a high-profile case, involving criminal proceedings against former mayors and government officials.{{ FIELD }}Representing a French company in a dispute under the France-Peru Bilateral Investment Treaty.{{ FIELD }}Representing Sociedad Aeroportuaria Kuntur Wasi S.A. and Corporación América S.A. in an ICSID arbitration under the Peru-Argentina bilateral investment treaty, a concession contract for the construction and operation of the new airport in Cuzco, and a guaranty contract (Contrato Ley), involving the unlawful termination and unfair treatment provided to both investors. The Peruvian government has initiated criminal proceedings regarding the concession and its addenda.{{ FIELD }}Representing Gente Oil Ecuador Pte. Ltd in a UNCITRAL arbitration administered by the Permanent Court of Arbitration arising out of a dispute involving a risk service oil contract with Ecuador. The matter also includes allegations of corruption and fraud, including proceedings before criminal courts and the Comptroller Office (Contraloría).{{ FIELD }}Representing Reficar in an ICC arbitration against CB\u0026amp;I, an EPC contractor. The dispute concerns costs and delays in connection with the construction of a refinery in Colombia.{{ FIELD }}Representing Teinver S.A. in an ICSID arbitration against Argentina involving the nationalization of the two largest airlines in that country.{{ FIELD }}Representing Salini Impregilo SpA in three international arbitrations against Argentina involving its investments in a water management concession, a roadway concession and a bridge.{{ FIELD }}Representing Murphy Oil in an ICSID arbitration against Ecuador concerning the violation of a bilateral investment treaty.{{ FIELD }}Representing a European company in a potential arbitration against a state and a state-owned energy company. The dispute concerns the nationalization of the energy company.{{ FIELD }}Represented Sempra Energy International in its arbitration claim against Argentina involving its investment in two natural gas distribution licenses and in a potential arbitration against another South American country involving its investment in a power distribution company, and advised it in two ICC arbitrations.{{ FIELD }}Represented two American oil and gas companies in two ICSID arbitrations against Argentina, one of which involved claimant’s investment in two power plants and a natural gas field.{{ FIELD }}Represented a major American oil company in a multibillion-dollar U.S. claim against a South American state concerning the breach of a bilateral investment treaty, an oil concession agreement and an environmental claim initiated against the oil company in the courts of the South American state.{{ FIELD }}Represented City Oriente Limited in an ICSID contract arbitration against Ecuador and Petroecuador concerning the violation of an Oil Production Sharing Agreement.{{ FIELD }}Represented a global supplier of power plants in its arbitration claim involving an engineering, procurement and construction contract.{{ FIELD }}Represented Noble Energy, Inc. and MachalaPower Cia. Ltda. in their arbitration claim against a South American country concerning the violation of a bilateral investment treaty, an investment agreement and a concession contract for the construction and operation of a power plant.{{ FIELD }}Represented a telecommunications company in an ICSID arbitration against Argentina concerning the violation of a treaty and the nationalization of its concession contract with the Argentine Government.{{ FIELD }}Represented Camuzzi Internacional in its arbitration claim against Argentina involving its investment in two natural gas distribution licenses.{{ FIELD }}Represented a large international water company in its ICSID arbitration against Argentina.{{ FIELD }}Represented a major American energy company in preparing an ICSID arbitration against a Central American state concerning the breach of different contracts with distribution companies for the purchase of electricity.{{ FIELD }}Represented a major independent company in a potential LCIA arbitration under a Joint Operating Agreement.{{ FIELD }}Advised Northrop Grumman in its US$200 million bidding to, and contract work for, the Argentine government.{{ FIELD }}Participated in an ICC arbitration initiated by Pérez Companc against Enersys.{{ FIELD }}Roberto Aguirre Luzi specializes in counseling multinational corporations on complex arbitration. A partner in our International Arbitration practice, Roberto is experienced in administrative and civil law, government contracts, oil and gas contracts, public utilities, and power and infrastructure projects.\nForeign Legal Consultant, Authorized to Practice law in Argentina (not licensed in Texas)\n\nRoberto represents clients in complex arbitrations before the World Bank Group’s International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes and UN Commission on International Trade Law, as well as in arbitration under the International Centre for Dispute Resolution and International Chamber of Commerce rules. Roberto also has extensive experience in civil and administrative law, government contracts, oil and gas contracts, public utilities, and power and infrastructure projects.\nListed as a leading member of the international arbitration bar in the 2011 Global Arbitration Review 45 Under 45 rankings, Roberto has also been individually recognized by Chambers Latin America and featured in Who’s Who in International Arbitration.\nRoberto worked for five years as an associate for Marval, O’Farrell \u0026amp; Mairal before joining King \u0026amp; Spalding in 2003. He was born in San Juan, Argentina. Roberto is fluent in Spanish and English, and reads French, Italian and Portuguese. Roberto J Aguirre Luzi Partner Ranked for Latin America-wide arbitration, he is \"very skillful presenting arguments and cross-examining witnesses.”  Chambers Global 2017 “Knowledgeable, highly proactive attitude”; a “high-level bilingual lawyer.”  Chambers Latin America 45 Under 45  Global Arbitration Review, 2011  Who’s Who in International Arbitration University of Buenos Aires, Argentina  The University of Texas at Austin The University of Texas School of Law Foreign Legal Consultant, Texas Bar of the City of Buenos Aires, Argentina Representing a Linea Amarilla S.A.C. (owned by VINCI Highways) against the City of Lima in a toll road project regarding the nullity of the concession agreement. Lima is claiming the nullity of the concession based on the alleged imbalance of the economic terms of several agreements entered into during the contract execution. The case also involves construction claims against the City of Lima. It is a high-profile case, involving criminal proceedings against former mayors and government officials. Representing a French company in a dispute under the France-Peru Bilateral Investment Treaty. Representing Sociedad Aeroportuaria Kuntur Wasi S.A. and Corporación América S.A. in an ICSID arbitration under the Peru-Argentina bilateral investment treaty, a concession contract for the construction and operation of the new airport in Cuzco, and a guaranty contract (Contrato Ley), involving the unlawful termination and unfair treatment provided to both investors. The Peruvian government has initiated criminal proceedings regarding the concession and its addenda. Representing Gente Oil Ecuador Pte. Ltd in a UNCITRAL arbitration administered by the Permanent Court of Arbitration arising out of a dispute involving a risk service oil contract with Ecuador. The matter also includes allegations of corruption and fraud, including proceedings before criminal courts and the Comptroller Office (Contraloría). Representing Reficar in an ICC arbitration against CB\u0026amp;I, an EPC contractor. The dispute concerns costs and delays in connection with the construction of a refinery in Colombia. Representing Teinver S.A. in an ICSID arbitration against Argentina involving the nationalization of the two largest airlines in that country. Representing Salini Impregilo SpA in three international arbitrations against Argentina involving its investments in a water management concession, a roadway concession and a bridge. Representing Murphy Oil in an ICSID arbitration against Ecuador concerning the violation of a bilateral investment treaty. Representing a European company in a potential arbitration against a state and a state-owned energy company. The dispute concerns the nationalization of the energy company. Represented Sempra Energy International in its arbitration claim against Argentina involving its investment in two natural gas distribution licenses and in a potential arbitration against another South American country involving its investment in a power distribution company, and advised it in two ICC arbitrations. Represented two American oil and gas companies in two ICSID arbitrations against Argentina, one of which involved claimant’s investment in two power plants and a natural gas field. Represented a major American oil company in a multibillion-dollar U.S. claim against a South American state concerning the breach of a bilateral investment treaty, an oil concession agreement and an environmental claim initiated against the oil company in the courts of the South American state. Represented City Oriente Limited in an ICSID contract arbitration against Ecuador and Petroecuador concerning the violation of an Oil Production Sharing Agreement. 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She understands that representing her clients’ interests requires understanding their business and objectives, and tailoring the strategy to achieve the best possible outcome, whether inside or out of the hearing room. Jessica represents clients in arbitrations before all major arbitral forums, including the AAA, ICC, ICDR, ICSID, JAMS, LCIA, and SCC as well as ad hoc arbitrations, such as UNCITRAL. She is experienced in all phases of international arbitration and award enforcement, and handles disputes from inception to collection. Jessica also regularly represents clients global award recognition and enforcement efforts as coordinating counsel and in litigations before U.S. courts under the New York Convention and the Federal Arbitration Act.\nJessica represents clients in jurisdictions across the world. 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In 2023, she was awarded the prestigious Smit-Lowenfeld Prize, which recognizes annually an outstanding article published in the previous year on any aspect of international arbitration, for her article on “The Illegality Objection in Investor-State Arbitration” (co-authored with Caline Mouawad, published in Arbitration International, Volume 37, Issue 1).\nJessica is fluent in English and German, and proficient in French and Spanish. She received her J.D. cum laude from Harvard Law School and her B.A. cum laude from Columbia University. She has conducted legal studies at Cambridge University. 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Shane views each engagement in the context of his client's business as a whole. He works closely with his client to first assess the risk or value associated with a particular matter and then to develop a strategy for aggressively pursuing his client's rights while never losing sight of the larger context of his client's overarching business. Shane has proven particularly adept at identifying and exploiting the other side’s weaknesses early in the case to position his clients for victory prior to trial.\nShane has served as lead counsel for companies such as Google, F5, Fitbit, Mandiant, Nikon, Hitachi, Kodak, and Kodiak Robotics in patent, trade secret, employee mobility and a wide range of commercial litigation and counseling matters. 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Shane also represented a class of English-learning students in California challenging, and obtaining an injunction prohibiting California's implementation of, the California High School Exit Examination.\nShane also represented a class of English-learning students in California challenging, and obtaining an injunction prohibiting California's implementation of, the California High School Exit Examination.  \nShane sits on the Board for the Western Center on Law and Poverty in Los Angeles Partner Cited by client as \" simply the best at addressing threats through practical business landscape analysis and strategies\" IAM Patent 1000 Listed, The World's Leading Patent Professionals IAM Patent 1000, 2017 Recipient, Counsel to Counsel honor The National Law Journal University of Arkansas University of Arkansas School of Law University of California Hastings College of Law University of California Hastings College of Law U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. Patent and Trademark Office U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California California Member, American Bar Association Member, International Trade Commission Trial Lawyers Association Member, San Francisco Bar Association Board member, Western Center on Law \u0026amp; Poverty Member, Educational Foundation of Orinda and Arkansas Alumni Association Defended six Russian nationals and former employees of Russian search engine Rambler against fraud and breach of contract claims brought in a California federal court. The court dismissed the claims for failing to meet the applicable statutes of limitations. Defended a cybersecurity company against a competitor’s claims of patent infringement and trade secret misappropriation brought by a multinational corporation in federal courts in Delaware and California. Disposed of the trade secret claims through a motion for a protective order after a year of litigation and obtained favorable claim constructions leading to the voluntary dismissal of the patent claims. Defended early-stage company in a bet-the-company patent litigation suit brought by larger competitor in federal district court in San Francisco, California. After a year of litigation, the court found the asserted patents to be directed at ineligible subject matter and dismissed the case. Defended networking and cybersecurity security company against a $40M breach-of-contract claim. Following the deposition of the plaintiff's in-house counsel on the last day of discovery, the plaintiff voluntarily dismissed its claims. Hired by a Japanese multinational corporation following its loss in a competitor patent suit in the International Trade Commission. In the companion case in district court in San Francisco, California, obtained new claim constructions and negotiated a favorable settlement for the client, including patent cross-licenses and a nine-figure payment to client. Represented a Japanese manufacturer of consumer products asserting its pioneering plasma display patent against a competitor in federal district court in Texas. Obtained a nine-figure settlement payment one week before trial. Represented an imaging technology company enforcing its groundbreaking digital camera patents against larger competitor in both the ITC and in federal district court in California. Following the trial and a finding of infringement by the ITC, the cases settled for a high nine-figure payment to the client. Defended a wireless network company against a patent infringement action before the ITC and in federal district court in Oakland, California. The complainant withdrew its ITC complaint just weeks before trial. Won a summary judgment of non-infringement in the district court action. Represented a producer of audio products asserting claims of design patent and trade dress infringement against a Japanese multinational corporation in Los Angeles federal court. 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Tim serves as Office Managing Partner in Abu Dhabi and served for 9 years on the Firm\u0026rsquo;s AEC Committee. Tim\u0026nbsp;is highly ranked for Construction (Chambers Band 1, Legal 500) and\u0026nbsp;Infrastructure \u0026amp; Projects, (Chambers, Legal 500).\u0026nbsp;Tim was\u0026nbsp;named as an MVP in Construction Law (Law360, 2021).[[--readmore--]]\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the last 25 years, Tim has represented sovereign wealth funds, State-owned entities, giga developers, energy and utility companies and strategic infrastructure clients and funds on their construction, infrastructure, energy, utilities and PPP projects and project financings.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2019, Tim has advised on one of the world's largest renewable energy and infrastructure giga projects, valued in the hundreds of USD billions, together with several other confidential Middle East giga projects.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe has recently advised clients on multiple PPP, renewable and conventional power projects that have won \u003cem\u003eDeal of the Year \u003c/em\u003eaccolades, including:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* PPP deal of the Year - Utilities (IJ Global 2024, Amaala Multi Utilities PPP)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* MENA Solar Deal of the Year (PFI 2020, Al Dhafrah 1.5GW Solar IPP Abu Dhabi)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* MENA Power Deal of the Year (IJ Global 2020, Hamriyah IPP\u0026nbsp;UAE)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*\u0026nbsp;Renewable Deal of the Year (PFI 2019, Dumat 400 MW Wind IPP\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eSaudi Arabia)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTim has significant PPP experience, having advised governments and sponsors since the early 2000s during the Australia PPP boom. Tim helped write the PPP commercial principles guidebook for one government client. He has recently advised\u0026nbsp;on a number of schools, accommodation, healthcare and transport PPPs in the UAE and Saudi Arabia as part of those countries\u0026rsquo; PPP programs.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTim has advised on 60+ district energy projects in the Middle East and Asia, included projects and project financings in Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain and Qatar.\u0026nbsp; He has advised Governments on regulatory regimes.\u003c/p\u003e","matters":["\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGiga Construction Projects and PPPs - Cities, Transport, Healthcare, Education, Housing, Infrastructure\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSWFs/State owned entities on confidential giga construction projects, including the world's largest construction project. 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This is the largest solar PV project in the world, and won MENA Solar Deal of the Year- Project Finance International 2020\nSponsors on their bid for the multi plant Amaala Utilities PPP in Saudi Arabia (2022). This deal won PPP deal of the Year - Utilities (IJ Global 2024)\nSponsors for the 400 MW Dumat Al Jandal Wind IPP through to financial close. This was the first utility scale wind project in Saudi Arabia under Vision2030, and won PFI Renewable Deal of the Year 2019.\nA Middle East SWF as local sponsor on its involvement in Hamriyah IPP in Sharjah, UAE through to financial close. This deal won MENA Power Deal of the Year – IJGlobal 2020\nConsortium on its bid for the Fujairah 3 IPP in the UAE.\nConsortium on its bid for the multi-utility (14 plants) Red Sea Utility PPP, in Saudi Arabia.\nConsortium on its bids for the 1GW Tanajib IWPP and 1GW Jafurah IWPP in Saudi Arabia; on Facility E IWPP in Qatar and on Guam 400MW IPP through to financial close.\nMiddle Eastern SWF on confidential outbound power and digital infrastructure PE investments.\nSponsors on the O\u0026amp;M contract for an Asian wind project.\nPrivate equity fund on two (2) x 10MW solar IPP acquisitions in Jordan.\nSponsors on the EPC and O\u0026amp;M arrangements associated with a suite of IPPs in Kenya.\nMiddle Eastern Governments on the establishment of a new Green Free Zone, national water strategy, and environmental standards and regulations.\nConsortium on bids for a Rabigh 3 IWP, Shuqaiq 3 IWP Yanbu 4 IWP, Jubail 3B IWP and Dammam ISTP and Jeddah 2 ISTP, all in Saudi Arabia under Vision2030.\nA Middle Eastern Government on waste projects including PPPs\nSponsors on a Middle East industrial effluent treatment PPP project.\nSponsors on the Barwon Biosolids PPP in Australia.\nSponsors on the Eastern Creek Waste PPP in Australia.\nAdvised on 60+ district cooling/trigeneration projects including for: Diriyah Gate, KEC, MiSK City, Masdar City, Seaworld Abu Dhabi, Dubai EXPO2020, Lusail City; Riyadh Avenues, KFUPM Business Park; Jeddah Tower; Saadiyat Island; King Abdulaziz Road, New York University; Eastern Mangroves; TDIC Headquarters; ADNEC Capital Center; Danet Cit; Abu Dhabi World Trade Center, Yas Island, Palm Jebel Ali, Jimi Mall, Palazzo Versace, Mina Rashid, Dubai Maritime City, Bahrain World Trade Center, Zayed University, Reem Island, City Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport, Presidential Palace, Dubai Sports City, Akoya Oxygen, Mirdif Hills, ICT Tower, Danat Hospital, Jabal Omar, Maryah Island, Raha Beach, Raha Gardens, Prince Sultan Cultural City, Jeddah Headquarters, Al Mamoura, Confidential acquisitions in Malaysia, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia. Advised a Middle Eastern Government on the establishment of laws and regulations for district cooling.{{ FIELD }}O\u0026amp;G / LNG / Natural Gas\nEuropean energy company on its JV for a greenfield petrochemical project in Abu Dhabi.\nInternational energy major on its standard form international EPC contract for use in O\u0026amp;G projects as well as a \"wrap around guarantee\" for splitting EPC contracts.\nADB in relation to the Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan to India (TAPI) pipeline project.\nInternational O\u0026amp;G company on its bid for a gas processing facility in Croatia and on their standard international EPC contract.\nSponsors on their successful bid for a healthcare PPP in Saudi Arabia\nInternational O\u0026amp;G company on EPCM arrangements for an Asian LNG Receiving Terminal.\nO\u0026amp;G services company on construction contracts for onshore drilling rigs in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.\nUAE government-owned entities on syngas processing and storage facilities, including gas sales contracts, EPC and concession arrangements; distribution network contracts and on multiple gas concession projects including under concession, DBO and EPC contracting models.{{ FIELD }}Tim Burbury is a senior projects partner based in Abu Dhabi where he leads our Construction Practice and co-leads our Projects Practice in the Middle East. Tim serves as Office Managing Partner in Abu Dhabi and served for 9 years on the Firm’s AEC Committee. Tim is highly ranked for Construction (Chambers Band 1, Legal 500) and Infrastructure \u0026amp; Projects, (Chambers, Legal 500). Tim was named as an MVP in Construction Law (Law360, 2021).\nFor the last 25 years, Tim has represented sovereign wealth funds, State-owned entities, giga developers, energy and utility companies and strategic infrastructure clients and funds on their construction, infrastructure, energy, utilities and PPP projects and project financings.\nSince 2019, Tim has advised on one of the world's largest renewable energy and infrastructure giga projects, valued in the hundreds of USD billions, together with several other confidential Middle East giga projects.\nHe has recently advised clients on multiple PPP, renewable and conventional power projects that have won Deal of the Year accolades, including:\n* PPP deal of the Year - Utilities (IJ Global 2024, Amaala Multi Utilities PPP)\n* MENA Solar Deal of the Year (PFI 2020, Al Dhafrah 1.5GW Solar IPP Abu Dhabi)\n* MENA Power Deal of the Year (IJ Global 2020, Hamriyah IPP UAE)\n* Renewable Deal of the Year (PFI 2019, Dumat 400 MW Wind IPP Saudi Arabia)\nTim has significant PPP experience, having advised governments and sponsors since the early 2000s during the Australia PPP boom. Tim helped write the PPP commercial principles guidebook for one government client. He has recently advised on a number of schools, accommodation, healthcare and transport PPPs in the UAE and Saudi Arabia as part of those countries’ PPP programs.\nTim has advised on 60+ district energy projects in the Middle East and Asia, included projects and project financings in Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain and Qatar.  He has advised Governments on regulatory regimes. Partner Band 1, Construction UAE - Chambers Global 2026 Expertise Based Abroad, Band 1, Projects \u0026amp; Energy Saudi Arabia - Chambers Global 2026 Band 1, Construction: Non-contentious UAE - Chambers Global 2026 Leading Partner, Construction UAE - Legal 500 EMEA 2026 Leading Partner, Projects \u0026amp; Energy Saudi Arabia - Legal 500 EMEA 2026 Highly Regarded, Energy , Transport, Utilities, Oil \u0026amp; Gas, Social Infrastructure in the UAE IFLR 1000 EMEA 2025 \"Absolutely first class - the best non-contentious lawyer in the UAE\" Chambers Global “…an excellent understanding of market terms, an innovative problem solving approach, applies a strong commercial lens\" Chambers Global \"The perfect combination of very strong background and very strong skills in legal matters\"  Chambers Global \" …an exceptional lawyer who is calm and collected under pressure, excellent on the detail and has invaluable knowledge” Chambers Global \"Exceptionally competent projects transactional lawyer”…  Chambers Global \"...an adept lawyer who regularly advises government bodies and multinationals on project structuring and financing.\" Chambers 2025 \"..an eminent Abu Dhabi-based lawyer who is widely praised for his robust non-contentious construction practice\"  Chambers 2025 \"Co-head Tim Burbury is a key figure for gigaprojects and a go-to for many industry players and state-owned entities\" Legal 500 2025 Law360: MVP in Construction Law, an accolade given to only 4 lawyers globally 2021 Band 1, Construction Chambers Global 10 years to 2025 Band 3, Projects \u0026amp; Energy, Middle East Chambers Global (13 years to 2025) Tier 1, Projects \u0026amp; Energy, Saudi Arabia Legal 500: 2020-2022 Who's Who Construction Global Leader: 2017–2025 Leading Lawyer, Construction, Infrastructure \u0026amp; Projects, UAE Legal 500: 2010–2022 Leading Individual, Saudi Arabia: Construction Legal 500: 2022 University of Tasmania  High Court of Australia Hong Kong Tasmania Victoria Society of Construction Law International District Energy Association Australian Business Group Giga Construction Projects and PPPs - Cities, Transport, Healthcare, Education, Housing, Infrastructure\nSWFs/State owned entities on confidential giga construction projects, including the world's largest construction project. Also advised on ports, hydrogen, industrial cities, data centres, IT, smart cities, telco, transport, complex tunnelling projects and accommodation PPPs. Middle Eastern Government entities on schools, transport, residential/accommodation and 'city' PPPs. Sponsors on the construction (and PPP pass through aspects) of NYU University Abu Dhabi PPP, Zayed University PPP and Paris Sorbonne Abu Dhabi University PPP. Sponsors on the first project financed workers’ accommodation PPP in Saudi Arabia; a SWF on three large workers' accommodation DBFO projects in Saudi Arabia; Concession grantor on the first project financed workers’ accommodation PPP in the UAE. Winning bidder as Sponsor on the RCU Healthcare PPP Project Sponsor on its bid for the Prince Muhammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport PPP in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. Power \u0026amp; Utilities (Solar, Wind, Waste, Water)\nSponsor on Al Dhafrah 1.5GW Solar IPP in Abu Dhabi through to financial close. This is the largest solar PV project in the world, and won MENA Solar Deal of the Year- Project Finance International 2020\nSponsors on their bid for the multi plant Amaala Utilities PPP in Saudi Arabia (2022). This deal won PPP deal of the Year - Utilities (IJ Global 2024)\nSponsors for the 400 MW Dumat Al Jandal Wind IPP through to financial close. This was the first utility scale wind project in Saudi Arabia under Vision2030, and won PFI Renewable Deal of the Year 2019.\nA Middle East SWF as local sponsor on its involvement in Hamriyah IPP in Sharjah, UAE through to financial close. This deal won MENA Power Deal of the Year – IJGlobal 2020\nConsortium on its bid for the Fujairah 3 IPP in the UAE.\nConsortium on its bid for the multi-utility (14 plants) Red Sea Utility PPP, in Saudi Arabia.\nConsortium on its bids for the 1GW Tanajib IWPP and 1GW Jafurah IWPP in Saudi Arabia; on Facility E IWPP in Qatar and on Guam 400MW IPP through to financial close.\nMiddle Eastern SWF on confidential outbound power and digital infrastructure PE investments.\nSponsors on the O\u0026amp;M contract for an Asian wind project.\nPrivate equity fund on two (2) x 10MW solar IPP acquisitions in Jordan.\nSponsors on the EPC and O\u0026amp;M arrangements associated with a suite of IPPs in Kenya.\nMiddle Eastern Governments on the establishment of a new Green Free Zone, national water strategy, and environmental standards and regulations.\nConsortium on bids for a Rabigh 3 IWP, Shuqaiq 3 IWP Yanbu 4 IWP, Jubail 3B IWP and Dammam ISTP and Jeddah 2 ISTP, all in Saudi Arabia under Vision2030.\nA Middle Eastern Government on waste projects including PPPs\nSponsors on a Middle East industrial effluent treatment PPP project.\nSponsors on the Barwon Biosolids PPP in Australia.\nSponsors on the Eastern Creek Waste PPP in Australia.\nAdvised on 60+ district cooling/trigeneration projects including for: Diriyah Gate, KEC, MiSK City, Masdar City, Seaworld Abu Dhabi, Dubai EXPO2020, Lusail City; Riyadh Avenues, KFUPM Business Park; Jeddah Tower; Saadiyat Island; King Abdulaziz Road, New York University; Eastern Mangroves; TDIC Headquarters; ADNEC Capital Center; Danet Cit; Abu Dhabi World Trade Center, Yas Island, Palm Jebel Ali, Jimi Mall, Palazzo Versace, Mina Rashid, Dubai Maritime City, Bahrain World Trade Center, Zayed University, Reem Island, City Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport, Presidential Palace, Dubai Sports City, Akoya Oxygen, Mirdif Hills, ICT Tower, Danat Hospital, Jabal Omar, Maryah Island, Raha Beach, Raha Gardens, Prince Sultan Cultural City, Jeddah Headquarters, Al Mamoura, Confidential acquisitions in Malaysia, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia. Advised a Middle Eastern Government on the establishment of laws and regulations for district cooling. 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The dispute concerns a silver, indium and gallium mining project.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresenting claimant\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003eThe Renco Group\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in a UNCITRAL Arbitration against Peru brought under the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. The dispute concerns a copper mining project and poly-metallic smelting operation.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresenting claimant\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong data-redactor-tag=\"strong\"\u003eBear Creek Mining Company\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in an ICSID arbitration against Peru in the first case brought under the Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement. 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The dispute concerns a silver, indium and gallium mining project.{{ FIELD }}Representing claimant The Renco Group in a UNCITRAL Arbitration against Peru brought under the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. The dispute concerns a copper mining project and poly-metallic smelting operation.{{ FIELD }}Representing claimant Bear Creek Mining Company in an ICSID arbitration against Peru in the first case brought under the Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement. The dispute concerns a silver mining project.{{ FIELD }}Representing a Asian mining company in a potential investor-state arbitration against a Latin American state concerning a large iron ore mining project.{{ FIELD }}Representing a state-owned entity in a multibillion dollar ICC arbitration in a construction dispute relating to expansion of an oil refinery.{{ FIELD }}Representing a Latin American pharmaceutical company in an ICC arbitration related to claims arising out of the sale of the company to an international pharmaceutical company.{{ FIELD }}Representing an international telecommunications provider in ICC arbitration involving breach of contract and fraud claims concerning a master services IT agreement.{{ FIELD }}Representation of an international telecommunications provider in ad hoc arbitration under the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules concerning breach of contract claims and counterclaims for monies allegedly owed for termination of international call traffic.{{ FIELD }}Representation of an Argentine client in ICDR arbitration against South American gas distribution company.{{ FIELD }}Representation of an international hospitality company in international disputes related to hotel properties in Mexico, Chile, Brazil, Korea and Guam.{{ FIELD }}Representation of Khan Resources Inc. in the jurisdictional phase of an Energy Charter Treaty arbitration (including contract and investment law claims) against Mongolia concerning a Uranium mining project.{{ FIELD }}Representation of an Asian electronics company in ICC arbitration against another Asian electronics company in dispute related to patent license agreement.{{ FIELD }}Representation of a multilateral, quasi-governmental entity in ad hoc arbitration under UNCITRAL Rules in a dispute with an Asian supplier.{{ FIELD }}Representation of a Brazilian product manufacturer against U.S. distributor in ICDR arbitration.{{ FIELD }}Representation of a Brazilian product manufacturer against U.S. joint-venture party in arbitration under the JAMS International Arbitration Rules.{{ FIELD }}Obtained arbitral award for a Brazilian product distributor in international arbitration (ICDR) after multiple hearing days, multiple expert witnesses and multiple languages in connection with complex claims, counterclaims and jurisdictional issues.{{ FIELD }}Successfully represented a Brazilian claimant in enforcement action in the United States under the Panama Convention of an arbitral award rendered by a tribunal in an arbitration seated in Brazil.{{ FIELD }}Obtained dismissal on jurisdictional grounds of an ICC arbitration commenced against client, an Eastern European governmental entity, seeking over $40 million in damages for breach of contract and related claims.{{ FIELD }}Representation of an Eastern European government in parallel proceedings before two international arbitral institutions.{{ FIELD }}Obtained separate arbitral awards against telecommunications companies in two West Africa countries on behalf of an international voice and data communications company in ad hoc arbitrations under the UNCITRAL Rules.{{ FIELD }}Representation of an international voice and data communications company in two separate ICDR proceedings against South American telecommunications companies; obtained favorable settlements for client.{{ FIELD }}Representation of investor in case under NAFTA against one of the member states for violations of NAFTA and international law in connection with a mining project.{{ FIELD }}Successfully defeated anti-suit injunction action brought against client, a South American corporation, seeking to enjoin the client from proceeding with an action in South America.{{ FIELD }}President of arbitral tribunal in an ICC arbitration involving breach of contract and related claims between two Caribbean-based companies and their North American joint venture partner.{{ FIELD }}President of arbitral tribunal in between an ICC arbitration between Asian manufacturer of digital devices against North American reseller seeking amounts allegedly owed under supplier agreement.{{ FIELD }}Co-arbitrator in multiparty dispute under the ICDR Rules concerning claims to respective interests in an online gaming business.{{ FIELD }}Co-arbitrator in dispute between a South American party and an Australian party under the ICDR Rules related to breach of contract and related claims concerning shipments of coal.{{ FIELD }}Sole arbitrator in arbitration under the AAA Commercial Rules between a South American company and a North American company concerning breach of contract and related claims arising out of joint venture for the purchase and sale of pig iron.{{ FIELD }}Sole arbitrator in ICC arbitration between Asian manufacturer of office supplies and North American purchaser involving claims for breach of contract, breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing, and unjust enrichment.{{ FIELD }}Sole arbitrator in ICDR arbitration between a South American company and a North American company concerning breach of contract and related claims for failure to procure multiple performances in South America by internationally renowned recording artist.{{ FIELD }}Mediator in a real estate dispute between North American- and Caribbean-based company.{{ FIELD }}Sole Arbitrator in a dispute under the AAA Commercial Rules, administered by the ICDR, related to alleged breach of contract related to commission payments under referral agreement for raising financing. (Finance){{ FIELD }}Harry Burnett focuses on international commercial and investor-state arbitration matters, along with general domestic and international litigation. A partner in our International Arbitration practice, Harry represents clients in a broad array of international disputes and frequently serves as an arbitrator in international disputes.\nWith more than 25 years of litigation and arbitration experience, he represents clients in arbitration of international commercial disputes under rules of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR), JAMS International and the CPR International Institute for Conflict Prevention \u0026amp; Resolution, and in investor-state arbitrations under the rules of the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), the ICSID Additional Facility, the UN Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) and the ICC related to claims under bilateral investment treaties, the Energy Charter Treaty, multilateral investment instruments and local investment laws.\nIn addition, Harry frequently serves as a mediator as well as arbitrator in international disputes, whether as sole arbitrator, party-appointed arbitrator or chair.  He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.\nHarry has been ranked in Chambers Global, Chambers USA, Chambers Latin America and Legal 500 for International Arbitration. He has also been recognized by The International Who’s Who of Oil \u0026amp; Gas Lawyers and The International Who’s Who of Energy Lawyers and is an Approved Leading Private Practitioner in Arbitration – Latin American Corporate Counsel Association\nA frequent speaker and author, Harry is fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese.\n \nADMITTED TO PRACTICE IN NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, AND ILLINOIS; AND FLORIDA Henry Burnett Partner Who's Who Legal: Mining 2024 WWL Inclusion in the 30th edition of The Best Lawyers in America® in International Arbitration - Commercial The Best Lawyers in America® Chambers Brazil 2022 A Global Perspective: M\u0026amp;A Deals and Disputes Heading into 2022 Berkeley Research Group’s Publication, 2022 “He understands client service, how different cultures work, is always on top of the case and is easy to interact with.\" Chambers Global 2022 Who’s Who Legal: Oil \u0026amp; GAS GAR Who’s Who Legal: Energy GAR Who’s Who Legal: Thought Leaders – Arbitration GAR Leading Individual Legal 500 Latin America 2022 Named a leading lawyer for International Arbitration by The Latin American Corporate Counsel Association LACCA International Arbitration Chambers Global \"He is a tough negotiator and he helped us get a really great deal.\" Chambers USA \"He knows how to fight, how to analyze the case as a whole and how to go into detail.\" Chambers Latin America He has \"invaluable expertise,\" \"was really exceptional,\" and \"really led the way...\" Chambers Latin America \"Henry Burnett has a long experience and good reputation in the region.\" Latin Lawyer 250 The Legal 500 Latin America  The International Who's Who of Oil \u0026amp; Gas Lawyers  The International Who's Who of Energy Lawyers  University of Notre Dame Notre Dame Law School Vanderbilt University Vanderbilt University School of Law Supreme Court of the United States U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia Florida Illinois New Jersey New York Approved Leading Private Practitioner in Arbitration – Latin American Corporate Counsel Association Director, Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce, New York Visiting Professor, \"Investor-State Arbitration\", Vanderbilt Law School Director, Miami International Arbitration Society, 2023 Adjunct Professor, University of Miami School of Law Representing claimant South American Silver Ltd. in a UNCITRAL arbitration brought under the UK-Bolivia bilateral investment treaty. The dispute concerns a silver, indium and gallium mining project. Representing claimant The Renco Group in a UNCITRAL Arbitration against Peru brought under the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. The dispute concerns a copper mining project and poly-metallic smelting operation. Representing claimant Bear Creek Mining Company in an ICSID arbitration against Peru in the first case brought under the Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement. The dispute concerns a silver mining project. Representing a Asian mining company in a potential investor-state arbitration against a Latin American state concerning a large iron ore mining project. Representing a state-owned entity in a multibillion dollar ICC arbitration in a construction dispute relating to expansion of an oil refinery. Representing a Latin American pharmaceutical company in an ICC arbitration related to claims arising out of the sale of the company to an international pharmaceutical company. Representing an international telecommunications provider in ICC arbitration involving breach of contract and fraud claims concerning a master services IT agreement. Representation of an international telecommunications provider in ad hoc arbitration under the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules concerning breach of contract claims and counterclaims for monies allegedly owed for termination of international call traffic. Representation of an Argentine client in ICDR arbitration against South American gas distribution company. Representation of an international hospitality company in international disputes related to hotel properties in Mexico, Chile, Brazil, Korea and Guam. Representation of Khan Resources Inc. in the jurisdictional phase of an Energy Charter Treaty arbitration (including contract and investment law claims) against Mongolia concerning a Uranium mining project. Representation of an Asian electronics company in ICC arbitration against another Asian electronics company in dispute related to patent license agreement. Representation of a multilateral, quasi-governmental entity in ad hoc arbitration under UNCITRAL Rules in a dispute with an Asian supplier. Representation of a Brazilian product manufacturer against U.S. distributor in ICDR arbitration. Representation of a Brazilian product manufacturer against U.S. joint-venture party in arbitration under the JAMS International Arbitration Rules. Obtained arbitral award for a Brazilian product distributor in international arbitration (ICDR) after multiple hearing days, multiple expert witnesses and multiple languages in connection with complex claims, counterclaims and jurisdictional issues. Successfully represented a Brazilian claimant in enforcement action in the United States under the Panama Convention of an arbitral award rendered by a tribunal in an arbitration seated in Brazil. Obtained dismissal on jurisdictional grounds of an ICC arbitration commenced against client, an Eastern European governmental entity, seeking over $40 million in damages for breach of contract and related claims. Representation of an Eastern European government in parallel proceedings before two international arbitral institutions. Obtained separate arbitral awards against telecommunications companies in two West Africa countries on behalf of an international voice and data communications company in ad hoc arbitrations under the UNCITRAL Rules. Representation of an international voice and data communications company in two separate ICDR proceedings against South American telecommunications companies; obtained favorable settlements for client. Representation of investor in case under NAFTA against one of the member states for violations of NAFTA and international law in connection with a mining project. Successfully defeated anti-suit injunction action brought against client, a South American corporation, seeking to enjoin the client from proceeding with an action in South America. President of arbitral tribunal in an ICC arbitration involving breach of contract and related claims between two Caribbean-based companies and their North American joint venture partner. President of arbitral tribunal in between an ICC arbitration between Asian manufacturer of digital devices against North American reseller seeking amounts allegedly owed under supplier agreement. Co-arbitrator in multiparty dispute under the ICDR Rules concerning claims to respective interests in an online gaming business. Co-arbitrator in dispute between a South American party and an Australian party under the ICDR Rules related to breach of contract and related claims concerning shipments of coal. Sole arbitrator in arbitration under the AAA Commercial Rules between a South American company and a North American company concerning breach of contract and related claims arising out of joint venture for the purchase and sale of pig iron. Sole arbitrator in ICC arbitration between Asian manufacturer of office supplies and North American purchaser involving claims for breach of contract, breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing, and unjust enrichment. Sole arbitrator in ICDR arbitration between a South American company and a North American company concerning breach of contract and related claims for failure to procure multiple performances in South America by internationally renowned recording artist. Mediator in a real estate dispute between North American- and Caribbean-based company. Sole Arbitrator in a dispute under the AAA Commercial Rules, administered by the ICDR, related to alleged breach of contract related to commission payments under referral agreement for raising financing. 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supply by a seller and involving allegations of misrepresentation.{{ FIELD }}Representing an asset management firm in a dispute with the buyers of its of oil and gas assets in Central America regarding contingent consideration payable for those assets.{{ FIELD }}Representing a trading company in two multi billion dollar arbitrations regarding failures in LNG supply during the COVID 19 pandemic.{{ FIELD }}Representing an oil and gas major in an arbitration in Nigeria on a nine-figure dispute regarding allocation of hydrocarbon product at a handling facility.{{ FIELD }}Defending an oil and gas trader against claims as to the alleged existence of a contract to supply LNG involving questions of authority and custom and practice in the LNG sector.{{ FIELD }}Advising a major gas supplier on the applicability of force majeure provisions under its long term LNG sales agreements and potential gas pricing disputes.{{ FIELD }}Representing a major Asian energy company in an LCIA arbitration regarding the break-down of its relationship with a minority partner under a joint operating agreement.{{ FIELD }}Representing an independent oil company in a dispute with its LNG off-taker regarding quantities to be delivered under their agreed annual delivery program and a long-term sale and purchase agreement.{{ FIELD }}Advising a North American oil and gas company on its rights of first refusal upon the sale of rights in oilfield concessions in the Middle East.{{ FIELD }}Representing an energy sector contractor in LCIA proceedings regarding allegations of contractual mistake in the context of indemnity obligations of a major equipment supplier.{{ FIELD }}Representing an oil and gas company in multi-billion dollar proceedings regarding failure by a co-venturer to pay its share of exploration and development costs under a joint operating agreement and interference with recovery of those costs from government.{{ FIELD }}Representing two private equity funds in ICC proceedings against an African government regarding force majeure events that led to the failure of a substantial renewables project.{{ FIELD }}Defending a leading global provider of energy equipment against claims that milestone payments due against supply of power plant equipment were unenforceable penalties.{{ FIELD }}Representing an oil and gas drilling contractor in proceedings to recover unpaid contract sums from its former local partner in Nigeria.{{ FIELD }}Representing a major Asian energy company in a dispute with an international commodities company regarding the impact of sanctions on obligations to deliver LNG.{{ FIELD }}Advising an oil and gas major in relation to disputed payments for the sale of a significant asset in Latin America.{{ FIELD }}Representing a leading global provider of energy equipment in proceedings regarding its alleged warranty liability for with respect to equipment supplied to an Eastern European power plant.{{ FIELD }}Representing an oil and gas major in an ICC arbitration regarding the defective design of a floating offshore unit located offshore South America and on related insurance claims.{{ FIELD }}Representing a junior oil and gas company in an ICC arbitration regarding claims of misrepresentation and duress by a former consultant.{{ FIELD }}Advising an oil and gas major on its contractual rights with regard to the review of the contract price under a long-term LNG sales agreement in the Asian market.{{ FIELD }}Advising an oil and gas major in relation to the termination of a longstanding shareholder relationship in Eastern Europe and early resolution of potential LCIA arbitration proceedings in that regard.{{ FIELD }}Representing a leading global provider of energy equipment in an SCC arbitration under Russian law regarding liability for the supply of spare parts to power stations.{{ FIELD }}Representing an Employer in urgent ICC proceedings to prevent its contractor injuncting it from drawing down on performance guarantees in connection with a chemical plant construction project.{{ FIELD }}Representing a junior oil and gas company in an ICC arbitration regarding the existence and value of an alleged minority interest in two production sharing contracts in the Middle East.{{ FIELD }}Representing an oil and gas company in a series of multi-million dollar disputes under the UNCITRAL Rules arising out of a failed joint venture in Kazakhstan.{{ FIELD }}Representing a junior oil and gas company in an LCIA arbitration regarding liability for tax in connection with its sale of an interest in an oil field in Western Africa.{{ FIELD }}Representing an oil and gas major in a dispute under a joint operating agreement with respect to North Sea assets and its entitlement as operator to payment of certain costs from its co-venturers.{{ FIELD }}Advising a Northern European investor on its rights under a bilateral investment treaty with respect to treatment of its investment in an agro-energy project in sub-Saharan Africa.{{ FIELD }}Advising a drilling contractor on a dispute with its South East Asian employer regarding termination rights and payments.{{ FIELD }}Representing a junior oil and gas company in an expedited LCIA arbitration regarding the applicability of pre-emption rights under a joint operating agreement upon the sale of an interest in an oil asset.{{ FIELD }}Representing a construction company in expedited LCIA proceedings regarding disputed entitlements to draw down on performance guarantees in connection with a project to construct oil processing facilities and civil unrest.{{ FIELD }}Representing an oil and gas company in an arbitration under the UNCITRAL Rules with regard to claims for breaches of a drilling contract.{{ FIELD }}Representing an oil and gas major in multi-billion dollar contentious proceedings regarding oil and gas rights in East Africa.{{ FIELD }}Representing an oil major in a dispute with its drilling contractor regarding fees for stacking and/or termination.{{ FIELD }}Representing a construction company in an LCIA arbitration regarding a failed road-building project in West Africa.{{ FIELD }}Advising a property developer on its investment treaty rights in relation to a failed project in West Africa.{{ FIELD }}Advising a junior international oil and gas company on its rights in a dispute regarding allegedly unpaid cash calls under a joint operating agreement with an oil major.{{ FIELD }}Advising a major gas infrastructure company on disputes regarding failure to pay sums due under construction and operation contracts on a project in Central Asia and related bank guarantee rights and obligations.{{ FIELD }}Representing a group of Kuwaiti investors in a multi-million dollar dispute under the ICC Rules regarding a failed joint venture in the oil and gas sector in Kazakhstan.{{ FIELD }}Representing an Eastern European engineering company in an LCIA arbitration regarding its lender’s disputed rights to execute on various guarantee arrangements.{{ FIELD 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Chrysaor E\u0026amp;P Limited).\nRepresenting a group of Saudi investors in proceedings in the Channel Islands with respect to a failed real estate project and involving alleged breaches of fiduciary duty.\nSuccessfully defending a junior oil and gas company in Commercial Court proceedings involving allegations of fraud and duress and subsequent Court of Appeal proceedings on related claims regarding contractual interpretation of termination rights (Monde Petroleum SA v WesternZagros Limited [2016] EWHC 1472 (Comm) and [2018] EWCA Civ 25).\nRepresenting a leading global provider of energy equipment in proceedings regarding liability for a series of unplanned outages at a UK power plant.{{ FIELD }}Fraud, Enforcement, Challenges to Awards and Asset Tracing\nRepresenting Union Fenosa Gas in successful proceedings for the recognition of its USD 2+ billion ICSID award against Egypt, involving issues of sovereign immunity and the correct approach to recognition of ICSID awards in England \u0026amp; Wales (Union Fenosa Gas v Arab Republic of Egypt [2020] EWHC 1723 (Comm)).\nRepresenting a judgment creditor in a series of hearings to recover a USD 2+ billion judgment debt resulting from a substantial international fraud and involving applications maintain/extend freezing injunction relief, including by the exercise of Chabra jurisdiction.\nRepresenting three defendants to claims for the misselling of certain financial instruments/conspiracy and successfully challenging the jurisdiction of the English courts on their behalf (Tsareva v Ananyev [2019] EWHC 2414 (Comm)).\nAdvising a well-known multinational on proceedings in New York, London and Central Africa on disputes arising from alleged bribery and corruption in connection with a major power project in sub-Saharan Africa.\nRepresenting a trading company in freezing injunction and substantive proceedings in the Commercial Court regarding allegedly fraudulent transactions in West Africa.\nRepresenting a major shipping company in five UNCITRAL arbitrations and English Commercial Court proceedings to recover the proceeds of a fraudulent scheme.\nRepresenting the defendant sovereign wealth fund in a billion-dollar claim in the English Commercial Court arising out of alleged breach of contract, duress and misrepresentation, in particular successfully overturning summary judgment at an appeal hearing before Burton J (Catalyst Managerial Services v Libya Africa Investment Portfolio, unreported).\nRepresenting the Claimant in claims brought in the English Commercial Court for fraudulent misrepresentation, in particular appearing at hearings securing a worldwide freezing injunction and to resist an application for security for costs (Terra Raf Trans Traiding Ltd v Aidar Assaubayev \u0026amp; Ors, unreported).\nDefending an oil and gas company against the attempted appeal under Section 69 of the Arbitration Act 1996 of an arbitral award concerning a failed joint venture in Kazakhstan.\nAppearing in the Commercial Court on jurisdictional issues and to secure evidence with respect to a London-seated international arbitration (Silver Dry Bulk Company Limited v Homer Hulbert Maritime Company Limited [2017] EWHC 44 (Comm)).\nAppearing in the Commercial Court on a challenge to an award under Section 67 of the Arbitration Act 1996 and on an application for security in related court proceedings (Monde Petroleum SA v Westernzagros Ltd. [2015] EWHC 67 (Comm)).\nRepresenting a major oil and gas company on a challenge to an arbitral award brought in the English Commercial Court under section 68 of the Arbitration Act 1996 and related security applications (PT Transportasi Gas Indonesia v ConocoPhillips (Grissik) Ltd [2016] EWHC 2834 (Comm)).\nRepresenting a mining company in English court proceedings to enforce a USD 1 billion + award against a Latin American State.\nAppearing in the Commercial Court to secure an order for the recognition of an ICC award for damages arising from a failed joint venture in Nigeria.\nRepresenting a major shipping company resisting the attempted appeal of an arbitral award under Section 69 of the Arbitration Act 1996 before the Commercial Court.\nRepresenting a Moldovan investor in proceedings to enforce a USD half billion dollar award in the Commercial Court and related applications for security (Stati v Kazakhstan [2015] EWHC 2542 (Comm); [2017] EWHC 1348 (Comm)).\nDefending an oil and gas company against worldwide freezing order applications in the Commercial Court during the pendency of a related arbitration.\nAdvising an African investment fund on strategy to recover substantial sums owed by a loan debtor in Nigeria.\nRepresenting an Indian car manufacturer to resist proceedings brought in the English Commercial Court by its former U.S. distributor to challenge and appeal a final UNCITRAL arbitration award in its favour under Sections 68 and 69 of the Arbitration Act 1996, including successful applications for security for costs and in the amount of the award.\nRepresenting the claimant, an international construction company, in multi-jurisdictional proceedings to enforce an ICC arbitration award against an African State, including appearing to secure third party debt orders in the English Commercial Court.\nRepresenting an oil and gas major in proceedings to enforce an arbitral award under the SIAC Rules before the English Court and to obtain urgent worldwide freezing order relief in support of that enforcement.\nRepresenting an award creditor in proceedings to execute the award against assets of a South East Asian State and related freezing injunction proceedings.\nRepresenting a group of investors from the Middle East in proceedings in the English and Cayman Islands Courts involving claims for breach of fiduciary duty and fraud.{{ FIELD }}Life Sciences/Product Liability/IP and Related Areas\nArbitration\nRepresenting an Asian life sciences company in an ad hoc arbitration regarding alleged breaches of contractual prohibitions on distribution of its pharmaceuticals in certain territories and related allegations of duress and fraud.\nRepresenting a drilling contractor in LCIA proceedings regarding the apportionment of liability for alleged patent infringement.\nAdvising a major engineering company on several disputes regarding allegedly patented technology in the ship-building sector and alleged liability for defects in that technology.\nRepresenting an Asian life sciences company in an UNCITRAL arbitration regarding exclusive development and distribution rights with respect to pharmaceutical products.\nRepresenting a pharmaceuticals company in a dispute regarding the break-down of its relationship for the joint development of cancer treatments.\nRepresenting an Indian manufacturing company in ICC arbitration proceedings seated in New Delhi regarding liability for allegedly defective electronic components and related proceedings with insurers.\nRepresenting a well-known multinational in LCIA proceedings regarding the alleged breach of a distributorship agreement for medical products in the Middle East.\nAdvising a sports federation in relation to claims against a competitor for anti-competitive behaviour and interference with contractual rights.\nRepresenting a manufacturing and retail business in a series of LCIA arbitration proceedings seated in London and related litigation in Italy arising from an M\u0026amp;A transaction.\nRepresenting a Latin American company in LCIA proceedings arising out of the alleged breach of an agreement for the distributorship of books and other publications.\nRepresenting a Saudi company in a multi-million dollar ICC arbitration claim for breach of a publishing licence.\nLitigation\nRepresenting an international manufacturer in a series of claims regarding alleged defects in its household products.\nRepresenting a medical device manufacturer in English court proceedings regarding alleged breach of supply contracts.\nRepresenting an international pharmaceutical company in multi-jurisdictional proceedings regarding alleged patent infringement (Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd v GW Pharma Ltd \u0026amp; Anor [2022] EWCA Civ 1462).\nRepresenting a medical device multinational in a series of proceedings regarding alleged product liability with respect to its surgical devices.\nDefending a small business against multiple claims of breach of copyright in connection with web-based imagery.\nRepresenting a Middle Eastern technology company in English court proceedings to restrain its counterparty from drawing down on a bank guarantee.{{ FIELD }}Arbitral Appointments\nSitting as Chair on an arbitration regarding the alleged under-delivery of contractual quantities of gas and wrongful retention of advance payments against delivery.\nActing as Sole Arbitrator on a licensing dispute regarding fees allegedly due with respect to the use of TV trademark.\nSitting as Sole Arbitrator on a dispute regarding the remedies applicable upon a buyer’s failure to pay for and take delivery of a commodity during volatile market conditions arising during the pandemic.\nSitting as Chair of an arbitral tribunal on an LCIA arbitration regarding the break-down of contractual arrangements for the sale of goods to an Indian buyer.\nSitting as Chair on an arbitration regarding the breakdown of a tv channel joint venture in Eastern Europe.\nSitting as Chair on an LCIA arbitration seated in London between North American and Sub-Saharan African entities regarding wire transfer services.\nSitting as co-arbitrator on two LCIA disputes seated in London regarding the alleged breach of settlement terms and involving challenges to the Tribunal’s jurisdiction.\nSitting as sole arbitrator on an LCIA arbitration seated in London in a dispute between a law firm and its former client regarding unpaid fees.\nSitting as Chair on an ICC arbitration regarding a failed television joint venture in the Middle East.\nSitting as co-arbitrator on an ICC arbitration seated in Geneva regarding the failure of a real estate venture in London involving allegations of fraud and jurisdictional challenges.\nSitting as sole arbitrator on an ICC arbitration seated in London regarding the sale and purchase of commodities and alleged force majeure in connection with civil unrest.\nSitting as sole arbitrator in an ICC arbitration seated in London under Illinois law in a dispute regarding alleged breach of exclusivity under a manufacturing contract involving applications for emergency relief.\nSitting as sole arbitrator in an ICC arbitration seated in London under English law concerning the quality of metals delivered under an international supply contract.{{ FIELD }}Ruth Byrne KC specialises in international commercial and investment disputes, with a particular focus on energy, life sciences, fraud and enforcement.  \nRuth has advised clients on disputes arising in multiple jurisdictions and has appeared as counsel in 100+ arbitrations as well sitting regularly as arbitrator.  She also appears frequently in the English High Court, in particular in proceedings in support of arbitration, as well as more generally in international commercial litigation.  Recognised in several legal directories over the years, Ruth is described as “superb”, “an exceptional litigator”, “an excellent advocate wise beyond her years” and “a persistent, credible case builder”.  Clients note her “ability to marshal enormous doses of information, retain key facts, be diligent and patient, and follow through as if it were her personal matter – her analysis is always based on facts, the law and the cultural sensibilities of the jurisdictions involved” and that she is “very strategic in her thinking and able to pare down arguments to what's important”.\nRuth writes and speaks regularly on a variety of international arbitration topics.  Ruth is a member of the ICC UK Selection Subcommittee, the Delos ROAP faculty and a former YIAG Co-Chair. Ruth M.D. Byrne Partner \"highly experienced arbitration practitioner known for her prowess in the energy sector\"  Chambers Global, 2023 \"highly adept at handling complex commercial and investment disputes in the energy space\"  Chambers UK 2023 \"grasps the important stuff, and has a great collaborative work style – infinitely patient\"  Legal 500 UK, 2023 \"Ruth Byrne is someone clients want to have in control of a case\"  Legal 500 UK, 2023 \"popular among energy and life sciences sector clients\"  Legal 500 UK, 2022 \"very easy to work with, very attentive ...incredibly practical in terms of how to achieve your goal\"  Chambers UK, 2022; Chambers Global, 2022 \"a quick-thinking and effective oral advocate\"  Chambers UK, 2022; Chambers Global, 2022 \"her analysis is always based on facts, the law and the cultural sensibilities of the jurisdictions involved\"  Legal 500 UK, Civil Fraud, 2021 \"has the ability to marshal enormous doses of information...and follow through as if it were her personal matter..\" Legal 500 UK, Civil Fraud, 2021 \"Ruth Byrne is an exceptional litigator and extremely calm in complex situations.\"  Legal 500 UK, Commercial Litigation, 2021 \"She's an impressive clear thinker...She's very smart and experienced. She's excellent at what she does.\"  Chambers UK, 2021; Chambers Global, 2021 \"The \"superb\" Ruth Byrne .. described as \"very strategic in her thinking..\"  Chambers UK, 2020; Chambers Global, 2020 Clients appreciate her \"ability to cut through the nonsense and home in on the real issues.\"  Chambers UK, 2019 \"An excellent advocate ... She will be a dominant character in the arbitration world for years to come\" Who's Who Legal, Future Leaders - Arbitration 2017 \"Extremely bright, personable and diligent” Chambers UK, 2016 \"Especially known for her expertise in energy-related disputes, and in court hearings regarding arbitration matters.\" Chambers UK, 2016 University College London, UK  University of Cambridge, UK  Dubai International Financial Centre Courts England and Wales The Law Society of England and Wales (2006) (#357290) Ireland The Law Society of England and Wales Energy and Related Areas\nArbitration\nRepresenting a European buyer in a series of substantial gas pricing disputes with one of the world’s largest suppliers of LNG. Acting for a multinational oil, gas and petrochemical company in emergency ICC arbitration proceedings to restrain a counter-party from acquiring substantial gas assets alone and in breach of exclusive joint bidding arrangements. Representing a joint venture company in a significant LNG dispute arising from repeated failures to supply by a seller and involving allegations of misrepresentation. Representing an asset management firm in a dispute with the buyers of its of oil and gas assets in Central America regarding contingent consideration payable for those assets. Representing a trading company in two multi billion dollar arbitrations regarding failures in LNG supply during the COVID 19 pandemic. Representing an oil and gas major in an arbitration in Nigeria on a nine-figure dispute regarding allocation of hydrocarbon product at a handling facility. Defending an oil and gas trader against claims as to the alleged existence of a contract to supply LNG involving questions of authority and custom and practice in the LNG sector. Advising a major gas supplier on the applicability of force majeure provisions under its long term LNG sales agreements and potential gas pricing disputes. Representing a major Asian energy company in an LCIA arbitration regarding the break-down of its relationship with a minority partner under a joint operating agreement. Representing an independent oil company in a dispute with its LNG off-taker regarding quantities to be delivered under their agreed annual delivery program and a long-term sale and purchase agreement. Advising a North American oil and gas company on its rights of first refusal upon the sale of rights in oilfield concessions in the Middle East. Representing an energy sector contractor in LCIA proceedings regarding allegations of contractual mistake in the context of indemnity obligations of a major equipment supplier. Representing an oil and gas company in multi-billion dollar proceedings regarding failure by a co-venturer to pay its share of exploration and development costs under a joint operating agreement and interference with recovery of those costs from government. Representing two private equity funds in ICC proceedings against an African government regarding force majeure events that led to the failure of a substantial renewables project. Defending a leading global provider of energy equipment against claims that milestone payments due against supply of power plant equipment were unenforceable penalties. Representing an oil and gas drilling contractor in proceedings to recover unpaid contract sums from its former local partner in Nigeria. Representing a major Asian energy company in a dispute with an international commodities company regarding the impact of sanctions on obligations to deliver LNG. Advising an oil and gas major in relation to disputed payments for the sale of a significant asset in Latin America. Representing a leading global provider of energy equipment in proceedings regarding its alleged warranty liability for with respect to equipment supplied to an Eastern European power plant. Representing an oil and gas major in an ICC arbitration regarding the defective design of a floating offshore unit located offshore South America and on related insurance claims. Representing a junior oil and gas company in an ICC arbitration regarding claims of misrepresentation and duress by a former consultant. Advising an oil and gas major on its contractual rights with regard to the review of the contract price under a long-term LNG sales agreement in the Asian market. Advising an oil and gas major in relation to the termination of a longstanding shareholder relationship in Eastern Europe and early resolution of potential LCIA arbitration proceedings in that regard. Representing a leading global provider of energy equipment in an SCC arbitration under Russian law regarding liability for the supply of spare parts to power stations. Representing an Employer in urgent ICC proceedings to prevent its contractor injuncting it from drawing down on performance guarantees in connection with a chemical plant construction project. Representing a junior oil and gas company in an ICC arbitration regarding the existence and value of an alleged minority interest in two production sharing contracts in the Middle East. Representing an oil and gas company in a series of multi-million dollar disputes under the UNCITRAL Rules arising out of a failed joint venture in Kazakhstan. Representing a junior oil and gas company in an LCIA arbitration regarding liability for tax in connection with its sale of an interest in an oil field in Western Africa. Representing an oil and gas major in a dispute under a joint operating agreement with respect to North Sea assets and its entitlement as operator to payment of certain costs from its co-venturers. Advising a Northern European investor on its rights under a bilateral investment treaty with respect to treatment of its investment in an agro-energy project in sub-Saharan Africa. Advising a drilling contractor on a dispute with its South East Asian employer regarding termination rights and payments. Representing a junior oil and gas company in an expedited LCIA arbitration regarding the applicability of pre-emption rights under a joint operating agreement upon the sale of an interest in an oil asset. Representing a construction company in expedited LCIA proceedings regarding disputed entitlements to draw down on performance guarantees in connection with a project to construct oil processing facilities and civil unrest. Representing an oil and gas company in an arbitration under the UNCITRAL Rules with regard to claims for breaches of a drilling contract. Representing an oil and gas major in multi-billion dollar contentious proceedings regarding oil and gas rights in East Africa. Representing an oil major in a dispute with its drilling contractor regarding fees for stacking and/or termination. Representing a construction company in an LCIA arbitration regarding a failed road-building project in West Africa. Advising a property developer on its investment treaty rights in relation to a failed project in West Africa. Advising a junior international oil and gas company on its rights in a dispute regarding allegedly unpaid cash calls under a joint operating agreement with an oil major. Advising a major gas infrastructure company on disputes regarding failure to pay sums due under construction and operation contracts on a project in Central Asia and related bank guarantee rights and obligations. Representing a group of Kuwaiti investors in a multi-million dollar dispute under the ICC Rules regarding a failed joint venture in the oil and gas sector in Kazakhstan. Representing an Eastern European engineering company in an LCIA arbitration regarding its lender’s disputed rights to execute on various guarantee arrangements. Representing a major shipping company in ad hoc arbitration proceedings seated in London for the return of a down-payment on a major acquisition that was frustrated by sanctions. Defending a state entity against claims brought before the Common Court of Justice and Arbitration by an international construction company regarding the delayed construction of a hotel in North Africa. Commercial Litigation\nRepresenting an oil and gas major in Commercial Court proceedings regarding the interpretation of the contract for the sale of substantial European assets and the consideration payable for those assets (ConocoPhillips v. Chrysaor E\u0026amp;P Limited).\nRepresenting a group of Saudi investors in proceedings in the Channel Islands with respect to a failed real estate project and involving alleged breaches of fiduciary duty.\nSuccessfully defending a junior oil and gas company in Commercial Court proceedings involving allegations of fraud and duress and subsequent Court of Appeal proceedings on related claims regarding contractual interpretation of termination rights (Monde Petroleum SA v WesternZagros Limited [2016] EWHC 1472 (Comm) and [2018] EWCA Civ 25).\nRepresenting a leading global provider of energy equipment in proceedings regarding liability for a series of unplanned outages at a UK power plant. Fraud, Enforcement, Challenges to Awards and Asset Tracing\nRepresenting Union Fenosa Gas in successful proceedings for the recognition of its USD 2+ billion ICSID award against Egypt, involving issues of sovereign immunity and the correct approach to recognition of ICSID awards in England \u0026amp; Wales (Union Fenosa Gas v Arab Republic of Egypt [2020] EWHC 1723 (Comm)).\nRepresenting a judgment creditor in a series of hearings to recover a USD 2+ billion judgment debt resulting from a substantial international fraud and involving applications maintain/extend freezing injunction relief, including by the exercise of Chabra jurisdiction.\nRepresenting three defendants to claims for the misselling of certain financial instruments/conspiracy and successfully challenging the jurisdiction of the English courts on their behalf (Tsareva v Ananyev [2019] EWHC 2414 (Comm)).\nAdvising a well-known multinational on proceedings in New York, London and Central Africa on disputes arising from alleged bribery and corruption in connection with a major power project in sub-Saharan Africa.\nRepresenting a trading company in freezing injunction and substantive proceedings in the Commercial Court regarding allegedly fraudulent transactions in West Africa.\nRepresenting a major shipping company in five UNCITRAL arbitrations and English Commercial Court proceedings to recover the proceeds of a fraudulent scheme.\nRepresenting the defendant sovereign wealth fund in a billion-dollar claim in the English Commercial Court arising out of alleged breach of contract, duress and misrepresentation, in particular successfully overturning summary judgment at an appeal hearing before Burton J (Catalyst Managerial Services v Libya Africa Investment Portfolio, unreported).\nRepresenting the Claimant in claims brought in the English Commercial Court for fraudulent misrepresentation, in particular appearing at hearings securing a worldwide freezing injunction and to resist an application for security for costs (Terra Raf Trans Traiding Ltd v Aidar Assaubayev \u0026amp; Ors, unreported).\nDefending an oil and gas company against the attempted appeal under Section 69 of the Arbitration Act 1996 of an arbitral award concerning a failed joint venture in Kazakhstan.\nAppearing in the Commercial Court on jurisdictional issues and to secure evidence with respect to a London-seated international arbitration (Silver Dry Bulk Company Limited v Homer Hulbert Maritime Company Limited [2017] EWHC 44 (Comm)).\nAppearing in the Commercial Court on a challenge to an award under Section 67 of the Arbitration Act 1996 and on an application for security in related court proceedings (Monde Petroleum SA v Westernzagros Ltd. [2015] EWHC 67 (Comm)).\nRepresenting a major oil and gas company on a challenge to an arbitral award brought in the English Commercial Court under section 68 of the Arbitration Act 1996 and related security applications (PT Transportasi Gas Indonesia v ConocoPhillips (Grissik) Ltd [2016] EWHC 2834 (Comm)).\nRepresenting a mining company in English court proceedings to enforce a USD 1 billion + award against a Latin American State.\nAppearing in the Commercial Court to secure an order for the recognition of an ICC award for damages arising from a failed joint venture in Nigeria.\nRepresenting a major shipping company resisting the attempted appeal of an arbitral award under Section 69 of the Arbitration Act 1996 before the Commercial Court.\nRepresenting a Moldovan investor in proceedings to enforce a USD half billion dollar award in the Commercial Court and related applications for security (Stati v Kazakhstan [2015] EWHC 2542 (Comm); [2017] EWHC 1348 (Comm)).\nDefending an oil and gas company against worldwide freezing order applications in the Commercial Court during the pendency of a related arbitration.\nAdvising an African investment fund on strategy to recover substantial sums owed by a loan debtor in Nigeria.\nRepresenting an Indian car manufacturer to resist proceedings brought in the English Commercial Court by its former U.S. distributor to challenge and appeal a final UNCITRAL arbitration award in its favour under Sections 68 and 69 of the Arbitration Act 1996, including successful applications for security for costs and in the amount of the award.\nRepresenting the claimant, an international construction company, in multi-jurisdictional proceedings to enforce an ICC arbitration award against an African State, including appearing to secure third party debt orders in the English Commercial Court.\nRepresenting an oil and gas major in proceedings to enforce an arbitral award under the SIAC Rules before the English Court and to obtain urgent worldwide freezing order relief in support of that enforcement.\nRepresenting an award creditor in proceedings to execute the award against assets of a South East Asian State and related freezing injunction proceedings.\nRepresenting a group of investors from the Middle East in proceedings in the English and Cayman Islands Courts involving claims for breach of fiduciary duty and fraud. Life Sciences/Product Liability/IP and Related Areas\nArbitration\nRepresenting an Asian life sciences company in an ad hoc arbitration regarding alleged breaches of contractual prohibitions on distribution of its pharmaceuticals in certain territories and related allegations of duress and fraud.\nRepresenting a drilling contractor in LCIA proceedings regarding the apportionment of liability for alleged patent infringement.\nAdvising a major engineering company on several disputes regarding allegedly patented technology in the ship-building sector and alleged liability for defects in that technology.\nRepresenting an Asian life sciences company in an UNCITRAL arbitration regarding exclusive development and distribution rights with respect to pharmaceutical products.\nRepresenting a pharmaceuticals company in a dispute regarding the break-down of its relationship for the joint development of cancer treatments.\nRepresenting an Indian manufacturing company in ICC arbitration proceedings seated in New Delhi regarding liability for allegedly defective electronic components and related proceedings with insurers.\nRepresenting a well-known multinational in LCIA proceedings regarding the alleged breach of a distributorship agreement for medical products in the Middle East.\nAdvising a sports federation in relation to claims against a competitor for anti-competitive behaviour and interference with contractual rights.\nRepresenting a manufacturing and retail business in a series of LCIA arbitration proceedings seated in London and related litigation in Italy arising from an M\u0026amp;A transaction.\nRepresenting a Latin American company in LCIA proceedings arising out of the alleged breach of an agreement for the distributorship of books and other publications.\nRepresenting a Saudi company in a multi-million dollar ICC arbitration claim for breach of a publishing licence.\nLitigation\nRepresenting an international manufacturer in a series of claims regarding alleged defects in its household products.\nRepresenting a medical device manufacturer in English court proceedings regarding alleged breach of supply contracts.\nRepresenting an international pharmaceutical company in multi-jurisdictional proceedings regarding alleged patent infringement (Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd v GW Pharma Ltd \u0026amp; Anor [2022] EWCA Civ 1462).\nRepresenting a medical device multinational in a series of proceedings regarding alleged product liability with respect to its surgical devices.\nDefending a small business against multiple claims of breach of copyright in connection with web-based imagery.\nRepresenting a Middle Eastern technology company in English court proceedings to restrain its counterparty from drawing down on a bank guarantee. Arbitral Appointments\nSitting as Chair on an arbitration regarding the alleged under-delivery of contractual quantities of gas and wrongful retention of advance payments against delivery.\nActing as Sole Arbitrator on a licensing dispute regarding fees allegedly due with respect to the use of TV trademark.\nSitting as Sole Arbitrator on a dispute regarding the remedies applicable upon a buyer’s failure to pay for and take delivery of a commodity during volatile market conditions arising during the pandemic.\nSitting as Chair of an arbitral tribunal on an LCIA arbitration regarding the break-down of contractual arrangements for the sale of goods to an Indian buyer.\nSitting as Chair on an arbitration regarding the breakdown of a tv channel joint venture in Eastern Europe.\nSitting as Chair on an LCIA arbitration seated in London between North American and Sub-Saharan African entities regarding wire transfer services.\nSitting as co-arbitrator on two LCIA disputes seated in London regarding the alleged breach of settlement terms and involving challenges to the Tribunal’s jurisdiction.\nSitting as sole arbitrator on an LCIA arbitration seated in London in a dispute between a law firm and its former client regarding unpaid fees.\nSitting as Chair on an ICC arbitration regarding a failed television joint venture in the Middle East.\nSitting as co-arbitrator on an ICC arbitration seated in Geneva regarding the failure of a real estate venture in London involving allegations of fraud and jurisdictional challenges.\nSitting as sole arbitrator on an ICC arbitration seated in London regarding the sale and purchase of commodities and alleged force majeure in connection with civil unrest.\nSitting as sole arbitrator in an ICC arbitration seated in London under Illinois law in a dispute regarding alleged breach of exclusivity under a manufacturing contract involving applications for emergency relief.\nSitting as sole arbitrator in an ICC arbitration seated in London under English law concerning the quality of metals delivered under an international supply contract.","searchable_name":"Ruth M.D. Byrne, K.C.","is_active":true,"featured":null,"publish_date":null,"expiration_date":null,"blog_featured":null,"published_by":101,"capability_group_featured":null,"home_page_featured":null},{"id":447424,"version":1,"owner_type":"Person","owner_id":5470,"payload":{"bio":"\u003cp\u003eMandie M. 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This deal won 2020 Asian Infrastructure Awards Green Deal of the Year.{{ FIELD }}JERA in connection with the structuring and procurement for the Formosa 3 Offshore Wind Project in Taiwan.{{ FIELD }}JBIC, KEXIM and the commercial banks in connection with the US$2.5bn 1,200MW Nghi Son 2 BOT coal fired power plant in Vietnam.{{ FIELD }}The sponsors on the development of a 150MW/300MWh BESS in Australia.{{ FIELD }}The lender group in relation to the Sunseap PV Solar Project in Vietnam.{{ FIELD }}The lender group in relation to the Reliance and Phoenix gas to power projects in Bangladesh.{{ FIELD }}The lender group in connection with the Hoa Hai PV Solar Project in Vietnam.{{ FIELD }}A shortlisted bidder on the partial acquisition of Yunlin Offshore Wind Project in Taiwan.{{ FIELD }}The lender group in relation to the Lakelands 13mw PV solar plant and 5.4mw lithium battery fringe-of-grid project, Australia.{{ FIELD }}The lenders on the NamNgiep 1 cross-border hydropower project, Thailand/Laos. This deal won Asia Pacific Hydro Deal of the Year (IJ Global Asia Pacific Awards 2014).{{ FIELD }}The lenders on the Phase I and II development of the EnerjiSA 4,000MW Power Portfolio in Turkey.{{ FIELD }}The sponsors on the development of a floating offshore wind farm development in Scotland.{{ FIELD }}The sponsors on the gas supply arrangements for the development of a pipeline in Kurdistan.{{ FIELD }}The lender group on the Reliance and Phoenix gas-to-power project in Bangladesh.{{ FIELD }}Oil and gas / LNG / Natural Gas{{ FIELD }}Almiro has spent several years working as an extension of the in-house team to two major Japanese energy companies (JERA Co., Inc. (the world’s largest LNG buyer by volume) and Diamond Gas International), helping lead negotiations on all aspects of the LNG value chain, including shipping arrangements, cargo optimisation, trading and derivatives on projects in Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and North America. His experience in this sector includes advising:{{ FIELD }}JERA on the long-term supply sale and purchase arrangements, operations and trading of equity cargoes from Ichthys LNG, Gorgon LNG and Freeport LNG (including swaps, physical and paper trades, TCPs, TUAs and tolling arrangements).{{ FIELD }}JERA on the acquisition of an interest in the Barossa/Caldita Gas Field in Australia.{{ FIELD }}JERA on its LNG portfolio optimisation arrangements.{{ FIELD }}Diamond Gas International (the LNG arm of Mitsubishi Corporation) on the long-term LNG supply sale and purchase arrangements, operations and trading of equity cargoes from Browse LNG, Wheatstone LNG, North-West Shelf LNG, Donggi-Senoro LNG, Cameron LNG, LNG Canada and Sakhalin 2.{{ FIELD }}GAIL (India’s state-owned LNG entity) on its LNG portfolio optimisation operations from Sabine Pass.{{ FIELD }}A major international energy company on its farm in / farm out development of exploration blocks on the North-West Shelf, Australia.{{ FIELD }}Veisgo on long term LNG SPAs (prior to acquisition by Repsol).{{ FIELD }}Yamal LNG on its offtake and charterparty arrangements (including for a fleet of 15 nuclear powered icebreaker vessels).{{ FIELD }}Lenders on carrying out bankability assessment of the LNG SPAs for the Coral South FLNG in Mozambique.{{ FIELD }}Apache on its joint operating agreements for the Spar gas field in Australia.{{ FIELD }}Apache on its divestment from Wheatstone and Kitimat LNG to Woodside Petroleum in Australia.{{ FIELD }}Sponsors on the gas supply arrangements for the development of a pipeline in Kurdistan.{{ FIELD }}Almiro Clere is a partner based in Abu Dhabi where he advises on the construction and development of major energy and infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on gigaprojects, renewables, transport and green energy.\nHe has extensive experience with the full suite of construction and project documentation, from complex EPC turnkey arrangements through to PPPs, EPCM, subcontracting structures, offtakes and supply agreements, technical services and relevant security documentation.\nAlmiro’s experience also extends to the commodity value chain, advising a number of the world’s largest energy utilities and trading houses on their long-term offtakes, trading portfolios, charter party and tolling arrangements.\nAlmiro is a frequent author and speaker on construction and PPPs. Almiro Clere lawyer Partner Next Generation Partner in Construction Legal 500, 2026 (Construction, UAE) He is a client and solution-oriented lawyer Thomson Reuters Stand-out Lawyers 2025 He is very responsive. He always gives careful and detailed legal advice, and provides very good preparation analysis Thomson Reuters Stand-out Lawyers 2025 Notable Practitioner, Energy and Infrastructure, Project Development, PPP/PFI in the UAE IFLR 1000 EMEA 2025 2025 Rising Star, Top Attorney under 40 Law360 Stand-out Lawyer 2025 Thomson Reuters Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Japan 2023 Edition University of Otago, New Zealand  University of Otago, New Zealand  High Court of New Zealand Western Australia Giga Construction Projects and PPPs - Cities, Transport, Healthcare, Education, Housing, Infrastructure SWFs/State owned entities on confidential giga construction projects, including the world's largest construction project. Also advised on ports, hydrogen, industrial cities, data centres, IT, smart cities, telco, transport, complex tunnelling projects and accommodation PPPs. Middle Eastern Government entities on transport, residential/accommodation and 'city' PPPs. A Saudi gigaproject developer on a rail infrastructure project, including cut and cover tunnels, drill and blast tunnels, stations infrastructure and depot contracts. When complete, the project will consist of mass transit, high speed and freight rail and a hyperloop. The Dubai Government on Dubai Reef, the world’s largest artificial reef project. A Middle Eastern government on the development of its bus network PPP. Ports of Singapore Authority on the Terminal 19 and 20 Port Expansion in Singapore. Ports of Singapore Authority on the P39 Terminal Expansion in Singapore. Mitsui on the development of the New Priok Container Terminal 2 and 3 in Indonesia. The lender group on the development of the Thilawa Port in Myanmar. The sponsors on the development of a rail network and port facilities in Indonesia. Kai Tak Sports Park Ltd on the successful tender for, and delivery of, the Kai Tak Sports Park complex in Hong Kong. A multinational investment firm on their Saudi Arabian construction contracts. Power \u0026amp; Utilities (Solar, Wind, Waste, Water) EDF and Masdar from bid stage through to financial close with respect to the financing, design, construction and operation of a multi-plant integrated utility system including Solar PV, BESS, RO and wastewater treatment plants and ancillary facilities and network systems in Amaala, Saudi Arabia. This deal won PPP deal of the Year - Utilities (IJ Global 2024). Consortium of City Cool and ADC Energy on the design, construction, ownership, financing, operation and maintenance and transfer of a 72,500TR district cooling plant, underground network and metering system. EverWind Fuels on the Americas’ first green hydrogen / export megaproject, in Nova Scotia, Canada. Macquarie, Orsted, JERA and Swancor on the development and financing of the Formosa I Offshore Wind Project, Taiwan. This deal won 2019 Asian Infrastructure Awards Renewable Energy Deal of the Year. Macquarie and Swancor on the development and financing of the Formosa 2 Offshore Wind Project, Taiwan. This deal won 2020 Asian Infrastructure Awards Green Deal of the Year. JERA in connection with the structuring and procurement for the Formosa 3 Offshore Wind Project in Taiwan. JBIC, KEXIM and the commercial banks in connection with the US$2.5bn 1,200MW Nghi Son 2 BOT coal fired power plant in Vietnam. The sponsors on the development of a 150MW/300MWh BESS in Australia. The lender group in relation to the Sunseap PV Solar Project in Vietnam. The lender group in relation to the Reliance and Phoenix gas to power projects in Bangladesh. The lender group in connection with the Hoa Hai PV Solar Project in Vietnam. A shortlisted bidder on the partial acquisition of Yunlin Offshore Wind Project in Taiwan. The lender group in relation to the Lakelands 13mw PV solar plant and 5.4mw lithium battery fringe-of-grid project, Australia. The lenders on the NamNgiep 1 cross-border hydropower project, Thailand/Laos. This deal won Asia Pacific Hydro Deal of the Year (IJ Global Asia Pacific Awards 2014). The lenders on the Phase I and II development of the EnerjiSA 4,000MW Power Portfolio in Turkey. The sponsors on the development of a floating offshore wind farm development in Scotland. The sponsors on the gas supply arrangements for the development of a pipeline in Kurdistan. The lender group on the Reliance and Phoenix gas-to-power project in Bangladesh. Oil and gas / LNG / Natural Gas Almiro has spent several years working as an extension of the in-house team to two major Japanese energy companies (JERA Co., Inc. (the world’s largest LNG buyer by volume) and Diamond Gas International), helping lead negotiations on all aspects of the LNG value chain, including shipping arrangements, cargo optimisation, trading and derivatives on projects in Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and North America. His experience in this sector includes advising: JERA on the long-term supply sale and purchase arrangements, operations and trading of equity cargoes from Ichthys LNG, Gorgon LNG and Freeport LNG (including swaps, physical and paper trades, TCPs, TUAs and tolling arrangements). JERA on the acquisition of an interest in the Barossa/Caldita Gas Field in Australia. JERA on its LNG portfolio optimisation arrangements. Diamond Gas International (the LNG arm of Mitsubishi Corporation) on the long-term LNG supply sale and purchase arrangements, operations and trading of equity cargoes from Browse LNG, Wheatstone LNG, North-West Shelf LNG, Donggi-Senoro LNG, Cameron LNG, LNG Canada and Sakhalin 2. GAIL (India’s state-owned LNG entity) on its LNG portfolio optimisation operations from Sabine Pass. A major international energy company on its farm in / farm out development of exploration blocks on the North-West Shelf, Australia. Veisgo on long term LNG SPAs (prior to acquisition by Repsol). Yamal LNG on its offtake and charterparty arrangements (including for a fleet of 15 nuclear powered icebreaker vessels). Lenders on carrying out bankability assessment of the LNG SPAs for the Coral South FLNG in Mozambique. Apache on its joint operating agreements for the Spar gas field in Australia. Apache on its divestment from Wheatstone and Kitimat LNG to Woodside Petroleum in Australia. 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His recent work includes handling four Asia-based disputes and one Latin American dispute of over $1 billion each.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWade has represented clients before the Singapore International Arbitration Centre, the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre, the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes, the International Chamber of Commerce, the London Court of International Arbitration, the American Arbitration Association, the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague, and other institutions.\u0026nbsp; In addition to his role on the Court of Arbitration, he also regularly serves as an arbitrator under the SIAC Rules.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2015, \u003cem\u003eChambers\u003c/em\u003e has ranked Wade annually for his strong international arbitration practice, and he is currently ranked as a Band 1 practitioner in Singapore and a Band 5 practitioner globally. He also is listed in \u003cem\u003eLegal 500\u003c/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWho\u0026rsquo;s Who, Arbitration Future Leaders, Benchmark Litigation,\u003c/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eGlobal Arbitration Review 100,\u003c/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eLatin Lawyer\u003c/em\u003e. \u003cem\u003eThe Global Arbitration Review\u003c/em\u003e has called him \"a lawyer to know.\"\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e","matters":["\u003cp\u003eRepresenting\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ean Australian mining company\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in an ICSID dispute against the Republic of India, arising out of the expropriation of a gold mining project in the state of Rajasthan.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon an award for declaratory relief worth well over $1 billion in an UNCITRAL arbitration on behalf of\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ea Philippine electricity provider\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;under a Concession Agreement.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon a $100 million award on behalf of\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ea consortium of sellers\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in a Singapore-seated LNG price review arbitration.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon an award for declaratory relief on behalf of\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ea Southeast Asian conglomerate\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in an SIAC arbitration over share ownership in a joint venture that owns and manages the tollways in the capital of the Philippines.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon a baseball-style coal price review arbitration on behalf of\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ea coal producer\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in the Illinois basin.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon an award for declaratory relief worth over $4 billion in an ICC arbitration on behalf of\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003etwo international oil majors\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eagainst a Southeast Asian government, arising out of a revenue-allocation dispute under a gas service contract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon an award for declaratory relief worth approximately $9.5 billion, as well as four groundbreaking interim measures awards, awards on behalf of\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eChevron\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;against Ecuador, arising out of Chevron\u0026rsquo;s claim for violation of the U.S.-Ecuador bilateral investment treaty as a result of the government\u0026rsquo;s involvement in a fraudulent Ecuadorian court judgment against Chevron for alleged environmental contamination.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon an award for declaratory relief worth approximately $1.5 billion in an AAA arbitration on behalf of\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ea U.S. LNG company\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eagainst one of its customers, arising out of a dispute over gas volumes at a new tolling facility.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon a $360 million award for\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eBurlington Resources\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in an ICSID arbitration against Ecuador, arising out of the expropriation of an oil concession and associated counterclaims for alleged environmental contamination.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon an $85 million award for\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eConocoPhillips\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in an UNCITRAL arbitration concerning the proper tariff charged by a gas pipeline in Indonesia. The case involved the application of a contract's various representations and warranties to hold the gas transporter liable for a tariff increase decreed by Indonesia's pipeline regulators.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon a $50 million award in an SIAC arbitration on behalf of\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eConocoPhillips China\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;against its counterparty in a farm-out agreement arising out of three coal-bed methane concessions in China.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon a $30 million lost-profits award in a Geneva-seated ICC arbitration on behalf of\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ea Turkish electricity distribution company\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;against the Turkish government, for breach of a privatization contract.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eWon a favorable award for declaratory relief in an ICC arbitration on behalf of\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ePhillips 66\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;against PDVSA and one of its subsidiaries, arising out of the price protection mechanism in a long-term crude oil supply agreement for a Texas refinery.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eAdvising\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eAustralia Pacific LNG (APLNG\u003c/strong\u003e) on an LNG SPA price review negotiation with a foundation North American customer, with a multi-billion-dollar price differential in dispute.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresenting\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eShell\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in an ICSID arbitration against the Philippines, arising out of a dispute over the tax assumption provisions in the service contract for the offshore Malampaya gas project.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresenting\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ea major Philippine conglomerate\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in an SIAC arbitration against its Indonesian joint venture partner, arising out of a dispute over shares in a Dutch venture that owns and operates the major toll roads in and around Manila.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresented\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ea construction contractor\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in an LCIA arbitration, arising out of a\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eforce majeure\u003c/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;dispute related to an oil refinery in Kurdistan. The case settled favorably.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresented\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ePT Medco E\u0026amp;P Brantas\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in an AAA arbitration against Lapindo Brantas, Inc., arising out of an environmental indemnification dispute related to their joint operating agreement for oil exploration and production in Indonesia. The case settled favorably.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresented\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal Gold Corporation\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in an ICSID claim against Armenia under the U.S.-Armenia BIT, arising from Armenia\u0026rsquo;s repudiation and violation of mining licenses issued to Global Gold for mineral exploration and exploitation in several Armenian oil fields. The case settled favorably.\u003c/p\u003e","\u003cp\u003eRepresented\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ea major U.S. electrical contractor\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;in several lawsuits and AAA arbitrations for breach of contract. The cases settled favorably.\u003c/p\u003e"],"recognitions":[{"title":"\"Wade is well known for his strategic thinking and unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible results.\"","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026"},{"title":"\"Wade is excellent in advocacy, especially in arbitration, and provides clear and concise advice to his clients.\" ","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Foreign Firms, Philippines 2026"},{"title":"\"Wade's ability to navigate complex legal frameworks make them an invaluable asset to any client.\" ","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026"},{"title":"\"Wade has deep understanding of cross-border disputes.\"","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026"},{"title":"Wade Coriell - Recommended Lawyer","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Energy - Foreign Firms, Singapore 2026"},{"title":"Wade Coriell - Recommended Lawyer","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Projects - Foreign Firms, Singapore 2026"},{"title":"Wade Coriell - Leading Partner ","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Foreign Firms, Philippines 2026"},{"title":"Wade Coriell - Leading Partner","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026"},{"title":"\"Wade Coriell is a brilliant litigator.\"","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Foreign Firms, Philippines 2026"},{"title":"\"Clients and colleagues alike consistently praise Wade's professionalism, integrity, and results-driven approach.\"","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026"},{"title":"Wade is a leading expert in international arbitration, with outstanding credentials in both the US and Singapore","detail":"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026"},{"title":"\"Wade is a first-class leading practitioner, an excellent advocate and strategist.\"","detail":"Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution, Philippines 2026"},{"title":"“Wade is the head of the team. He instills a high degree of trust, brings a wealth of experience...\"","detail":"Chamber Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution, Philippines 2026"},{"title":"\"Wade Coriell is a household name.\" ","detail":"Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution, Philippines 2025"},{"title":"\"His advocacy skills are amazing, and he is incredibly persuasive as well.\"","detail":"Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, Singapore 2025"},{"title":"\"Wade Coriell's strength is oral argumentation.\"","detail":"Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution, Philippines 2025"},{"title":"\"... He provides excellent service and quick responses, and has great commercial vision.\"","detail":"Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, Singapore 2024"},{"title":"\"Wade is very effective in oral arguments.\" ","detail":"Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, Singapore 2024"},{"title":"\"Wade leads the King \u0026 Spalding team and is quite well known.\"","detail":"Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2024"},{"title":"\"I would trust him to lead our most important and sensitive international dispute matters.\"","detail":"Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2022"},{"title":"\"A dynamic oral advocate with a sharp legal mind.\"","detail":"Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2022"},{"title":"\"An excellent advocate whose level of experience and ability make him stand out.\"","detail":"Chambers Global"},{"title":"\"A lawyer to know.\"","detail":"The Global Arbitration Review 100"},{"title":"A Leading Practitioner in International Arbitration","detail":"Who's Who, Arbitration Future Leaders, Global Arbitration Review, Legal 500, Latin Lawyer"},{"title":"One of Five Rising Stars in International Energy Law","detail":"Law360, 2013"}]},"locales":["en"]},"secondary_title_id":null,"upload_assignments":{"headshot":[{"id":5987}]},"capability_group_id":3},"created_at":"2026-01-29T22:11:12.000Z","updated_at":"2026-01-29T22:11:12.000Z","searchable_text":"Coriell{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"Wade is well known for his strategic thinking and unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible results.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"Wade is excellent in advocacy, especially in arbitration, and provides clear and concise advice to his clients.\\\" \", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Foreign Firms, Philippines 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"Wade's ability to navigate complex legal frameworks make them an invaluable asset to any client.\\\" \", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"Wade has deep understanding of cross-border disputes.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Wade Coriell - Recommended Lawyer\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Energy - Foreign Firms, Singapore 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Wade Coriell - Recommended Lawyer\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Projects - Foreign Firms, Singapore 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Wade Coriell - Leading Partner \", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Foreign Firms, Philippines 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Wade Coriell - Leading Partner\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"Wade Coriell is a brilliant litigator.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Foreign Firms, Philippines 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"Clients and colleagues alike consistently praise Wade's professionalism, integrity, and results-driven approach.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"Wade is a leading expert in international arbitration, with outstanding credentials in both the US and Singapore\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"Wade is a first-class leading practitioner, an excellent advocate and strategist.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution, Philippines 2026\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"“Wade is the head of the team. 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He provides excellent service and quick responses, and has great commercial vision.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, Singapore 2024\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"Wade is very effective in oral arguments.\\\" \", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, Singapore 2024\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"Wade leads the King \u0026amp; Spalding team and is quite well known.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2024\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"I would trust him to lead our most important and sensitive international dispute matters.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2022\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"A dynamic oral advocate with a sharp legal mind.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2022\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"An excellent advocate whose level of experience and ability make him stand out.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Chambers Global\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"\\\"A lawyer to know.\\\"\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"The Global Arbitration Review 100\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"A Leading Practitioner in International Arbitration\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Who's Who, Arbitration Future Leaders, Global Arbitration Review, Legal 500, Latin Lawyer\"}{{ FIELD }}{:title=\u0026gt;\"One of Five Rising Stars in International Energy Law\", :detail=\u0026gt;\"Law360, 2013\"}{{ FIELD }}Representing an Australian mining company in an ICSID dispute against the Republic of India, arising out of the expropriation of a gold mining project in the state of Rajasthan.{{ FIELD }}Won an award for declaratory relief worth well over $1 billion in an UNCITRAL arbitration on behalf of a Philippine electricity provider under a Concession Agreement.{{ FIELD }}Won a $100 million award on behalf of a consortium of sellers in a Singapore-seated LNG price review arbitration.{{ FIELD }}Won an award for declaratory relief on behalf of a Southeast Asian conglomerate in an SIAC arbitration over share ownership in a joint venture that owns and manages the tollways in the capital of the Philippines.{{ FIELD }}Won a baseball-style coal price review arbitration on behalf of a coal producer in the Illinois basin.{{ FIELD }}Won an award for declaratory relief worth over $4 billion in an ICC arbitration on behalf of two international oil majors against a Southeast Asian government, arising out of a revenue-allocation dispute under a gas service contract.{{ FIELD }}Won an award for declaratory relief worth approximately $9.5 billion, as well as four groundbreaking interim measures awards, awards on behalf of Chevron against Ecuador, arising out of Chevron’s claim for violation of the U.S.-Ecuador bilateral investment treaty as a result of the government’s involvement in a fraudulent Ecuadorian court judgment against Chevron for alleged environmental contamination.{{ FIELD }}Won an award for declaratory relief worth approximately $1.5 billion in an AAA arbitration on behalf of a U.S. LNG company against one of its customers, arising out of a dispute over gas volumes at a new tolling facility.{{ FIELD }}Won a $360 million award for Burlington Resources in an ICSID arbitration against Ecuador, arising out of the expropriation of an oil concession and associated counterclaims for alleged environmental contamination.{{ FIELD }}Won an $85 million award for ConocoPhillips in an UNCITRAL arbitration concerning the proper tariff charged by a gas pipeline in Indonesia. The case involved the application of a contract's various representations and warranties to hold the gas transporter liable for a tariff increase decreed by Indonesia's pipeline regulators.{{ FIELD }}Won a $50 million award in an SIAC arbitration on behalf of ConocoPhillips China against its counterparty in a farm-out agreement arising out of three coal-bed methane concessions in China.{{ FIELD }}Won a $30 million lost-profits award in a Geneva-seated ICC arbitration on behalf of a Turkish electricity distribution company against the Turkish government, for breach of a privatization contract.{{ FIELD }}Won a favorable award for declaratory relief in an ICC arbitration on behalf of Phillips 66 against PDVSA and one of its subsidiaries, arising out of the price protection mechanism in a long-term crude oil supply agreement for a Texas refinery.{{ FIELD }}Advising Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG) on an LNG SPA price review negotiation with a foundation North American customer, with a multi-billion-dollar price differential in dispute.{{ FIELD }}Representing Shell in an ICSID arbitration against the Philippines, arising out of a dispute over the tax assumption provisions in the service contract for the offshore Malampaya gas project.{{ FIELD }}Representing a major Philippine conglomerate in an SIAC arbitration against its Indonesian joint venture partner, arising out of a dispute over shares in a Dutch venture that owns and operates the major toll roads in and around Manila.{{ FIELD }}Represented a construction contractor in an LCIA arbitration, arising out of a force majeure dispute related to an oil refinery in Kurdistan. The case settled favorably.{{ FIELD }}Represented PT Medco E\u0026amp;P Brantas in an AAA arbitration against Lapindo Brantas, Inc., arising out of an environmental indemnification dispute related to their joint operating agreement for oil exploration and production in Indonesia. The case settled favorably.{{ FIELD }}Represented Global Gold Corporation in an ICSID claim against Armenia under the U.S.-Armenia BIT, arising from Armenia’s repudiation and violation of mining licenses issued to Global Gold for mineral exploration and exploitation in several Armenian oil fields. The case settled favorably.{{ FIELD }}Represented a major U.S. electrical contractor in several lawsuits and AAA arbitrations for breach of contract. The cases settled favorably.{{ FIELD }}Wade Coriell is the Co-Head of our International Disputes practice group, a recent member of the firm’s ten-person Policy Committee, and a member of the Singapore International  Arbitration Centre's Court of Arbitration.  He has represented clients in several of the largest international commercial and investment arbitrations on record in Asia and the Americas, particularly in the energy sector. Chambers Global ranks Wade as a global market leader in international arbitration, while Chambers Asia-Pacific ranks him as a Band 1 practitioner in Singapore, calling him \"an excellent advocate whose level of experience and ability make him stand out\" and reporting that clients \"would trust him to lead our most important and sensitive international dispute matters and consider him to have become one of the pre-eminent practitioners in Singapore.\"  The Legal 500 notes that Wade \"has an excellent record in oil \u0026amp; gas cases, particularly in Indonesia and the Philippines; he is in the forefront of LNG price review disputes;\" and that his \"abilities as a terrific advocate and a pragmatic advisor make him stand out among his competitors.\"\nWade has particular strength in handling high-profile matters pending simultaneously in multiple jurisdictions, often involving elements of public, investor and government relations.  Clients report to Chambers  that he \"is very thorough and cuts through complex commercial issues and simplifies them in such a form that they are easily understood,\" and that \"[h]is advocacy skills are amazing.\"  Wade has handled disputes against the governments of Argentina, Armenia, Ecuador, India, Indonesia, Korea, Peru, the Philippines, Romania, Thailand, and Venezuela, as well as international arbitrations for commercial clients in these and numerous other countries. His recent work includes handling four Asia-based disputes and one Latin American dispute of over $1 billion each.\nWade has represented clients before the Singapore International Arbitration Centre, the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre, the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes, the International Chamber of Commerce, the London Court of International Arbitration, the American Arbitration Association, the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague, and other institutions.  In addition to his role on the Court of Arbitration, he also regularly serves as an arbitrator under the SIAC Rules.\nSince 2015, Chambers has ranked Wade annually for his strong international arbitration practice, and he is currently ranked as a Band 1 practitioner in Singapore and a Band 5 practitioner globally. He also is listed in Legal 500, Who’s Who, Arbitration Future Leaders, Benchmark Litigation, Global Arbitration Review 100, and Latin Lawyer. The Global Arbitration Review has called him \"a lawyer to know.\"\n  Wade Coriell lawyer Partner \"Wade is well known for his strategic thinking and unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible results.\" Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026 \"Wade is excellent in advocacy, especially in arbitration, and provides clear and concise advice to his clients.\"  Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Foreign Firms, Philippines 2026 \"Wade's ability to navigate complex legal frameworks make them an invaluable asset to any client.\"  Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026 \"Wade has deep understanding of cross-border disputes.\" Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026 Wade Coriell - Recommended Lawyer Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Energy - Foreign Firms, Singapore 2026 Wade Coriell - Recommended Lawyer Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Projects - Foreign Firms, Singapore 2026 Wade Coriell - Leading Partner  Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Foreign Firms, Philippines 2026 Wade Coriell - Leading Partner Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026 \"Wade Coriell is a brilliant litigator.\" Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, Foreign Firms, Philippines 2026 \"Clients and colleagues alike consistently praise Wade's professionalism, integrity, and results-driven approach.\" Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026 Wade is a leading expert in international arbitration, with outstanding credentials in both the US and Singapore Legal 500 Asia-Pacific, International Arbitration, Singapore 2026 \"Wade is a first-class leading practitioner, an excellent advocate and strategist.\" Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution, Philippines 2026 “Wade is the head of the team. He instills a high degree of trust, brings a wealth of experience...\" Chamber Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution, Philippines 2026 \"Wade Coriell is a household name.\"  Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution, Philippines 2025 \"His advocacy skills are amazing, and he is incredibly persuasive as well.\" Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, Singapore 2025 \"Wade Coriell's strength is oral argumentation.\" Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution, Philippines 2025 \"... He provides excellent service and quick responses, and has great commercial vision.\" Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, Singapore 2024 \"Wade is very effective in oral arguments.\"  Chambers Asia-Pacific, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration, Singapore 2024 \"Wade leads the King \u0026amp; Spalding team and is quite well known.\" Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2024 \"I would trust him to lead our most important and sensitive international dispute matters.\" Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2022 \"A dynamic oral advocate with a sharp legal mind.\" Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2022 \"An excellent advocate whose level of experience and ability make him stand out.\" Chambers Global \"A lawyer to know.\" The Global Arbitration Review 100 A Leading Practitioner in International Arbitration Who's Who, Arbitration Future Leaders, Global Arbitration Review, Legal 500, Latin Lawyer One of Five Rising Stars in International Energy Law Law360, 2013 Georgetown University Georgetown University Law Center Harvard University Harvard Law School New York Texas Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas Board Member of International Law Students Association Editorial Board Member of AAA Dispute Resolution Journal Member of SIAC Court of Arbitration Law Clerk, Sidney A. Fitzwater, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas Representing an Australian mining company in an ICSID dispute against the Republic of India, arising out of the expropriation of a gold mining project in the state of Rajasthan. Won an award for declaratory relief worth well over $1 billion in an UNCITRAL arbitration on behalf of a Philippine electricity provider under a Concession Agreement. Won a $100 million award on behalf of a consortium of sellers in a Singapore-seated LNG price review arbitration. Won an award for declaratory relief on behalf of a Southeast Asian conglomerate in an SIAC arbitration over share ownership in a joint venture that owns and manages the tollways in the capital of the Philippines. Won a baseball-style coal price review arbitration on behalf of a coal producer in the Illinois basin. Won an award for declaratory relief worth over $4 billion in an ICC arbitration on behalf of two international oil majors against a Southeast Asian government, arising out of a revenue-allocation dispute under a gas service contract. Won an award for declaratory relief worth approximately $9.5 billion, as well as four groundbreaking interim measures awards, awards on behalf of Chevron against Ecuador, arising out of Chevron’s claim for violation of the U.S.-Ecuador bilateral investment treaty as a result of the government’s involvement in a fraudulent Ecuadorian court judgment against Chevron for alleged environmental contamination. Won an award for declaratory relief worth approximately $1.5 billion in an AAA arbitration on behalf of a U.S. LNG company against one of its customers, arising out of a dispute over gas volumes at a new tolling facility. Won a $360 million award for Burlington Resources in an ICSID arbitration against Ecuador, arising out of the expropriation of an oil concession and associated counterclaims for alleged environmental contamination. Won an $85 million award for ConocoPhillips in an UNCITRAL arbitration concerning the proper tariff charged by a gas pipeline in Indonesia. The case involved the application of a contract's various representations and warranties to hold the gas transporter liable for a tariff increase decreed by Indonesia's pipeline regulators. Won a $50 million award in an SIAC arbitration on behalf of ConocoPhillips China against its counterparty in a farm-out agreement arising out of three coal-bed methane concessions in China. Won a $30 million lost-profits award in a Geneva-seated ICC arbitration on behalf of a Turkish electricity distribution company against the Turkish government, for breach of a privatization contract. Won a favorable award for declaratory relief in an ICC arbitration on behalf of Phillips 66 against PDVSA and one of its subsidiaries, arising out of the price protection mechanism in a long-term crude oil supply agreement for a Texas refinery. Advising Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG) on an LNG SPA price review negotiation with a foundation North American customer, with a multi-billion-dollar price differential in dispute. Representing Shell in an ICSID arbitration against the Philippines, arising out of a dispute over the tax assumption provisions in the service contract for the offshore Malampaya gas project. Representing a major Philippine conglomerate in an SIAC arbitration against its Indonesian joint venture partner, arising out of a dispute over shares in a Dutch venture that owns and operates the major toll roads in and around Manila. Represented a construction contractor in an LCIA arbitration, arising out of a force majeure dispute related to an oil refinery in Kurdistan. The case settled favorably. Represented PT Medco E\u0026amp;P Brantas in an AAA arbitration against Lapindo Brantas, Inc., arising out of an environmental indemnification dispute related to their joint operating agreement for oil exploration and production in Indonesia. The case settled favorably. Represented Global Gold Corporation in an ICSID claim against Armenia under the U.S.-Armenia BIT, arising from Armenia’s repudiation and violation of mining licenses issued to Global Gold for mineral exploration and exploitation in several Armenian oil fields. The case settled favorably. Represented a major U.S. electrical contractor in several lawsuits and AAA arbitrations for breach of contract. The cases settled favorably.","searchable_name":"Wade Coriell","is_active":true,"featured":null,"publish_date":null,"expiration_date":null,"blog_featured":null,"published_by":35,"capability_group_featured":null,"home_page_featured":null}]}}