Practice Area

International Arbitration

Cross-border disputes raise difficult questions of governing law, jurisdiction, and award enforcement. We represent clients in commercial arbitration before international tribunals and pursue enforcement of awards across borders.

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How We Approach International Arbitration

Our Process

STEP ONE

Confirm Jurisdiction & Forum

We establish governing law, applicable arbitration rules, and the proper tribunal before the matter proceeds.

STEP TWO

Present the Case

We build and present the case before the arbitral tribunal, coordinating counsel and evidence across jurisdictions.

STEP THREE

Enforce the Award

We pursue recognition and enforcement of the resulting award in the jurisdictions where assets are located.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which arbitral institutions do you appear before?

We appear before a range of major international arbitral institutions, with the appropriate forum depending on the parties' arbitration agreement and the nature of the dispute.

How is the governing law and seat of arbitration determined?

Governing law and seat are typically fixed by the parties' underlying arbitration agreement. Where the agreement is silent or ambiguous, these questions are resolved according to the applicable institutional rules and relevant international arbitration law.

How are foreign arbitral awards enforced in the United States?

Foreign arbitral awards are generally enforceable in U.S. courts under the New York Convention, subject to limited grounds for challenge. We pursue recognition and enforcement proceedings in the jurisdiction where the counterparty's assets are located.

How long does an international arbitration typically take?

Timelines vary significantly based on the complexity of the dispute, the arbitral institution's procedures, and whether either party challenges the resulting award.

Representative Matters

Case Results

Result

$6.7M

Award Confirmed & Enforced

Cross-Border Commercial Arbitration · S.D. New York · 2023

A cross-border joint venture collapsed after a foreign partner refused to honor its payment obligations under the venture agreement.

We obtained a favorable arbitral award and confirmed and enforced it in U.S. federal court to secure payment.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

Discuss Your International Arbitration Matter

Contact our attorneys for a confidential evaluation of your case. No obligation. All inquiries protected by attorney-client privilege.

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