Insights on International Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

Join Riyaz Dattu for a roundtable luncheon hosted by the C.D. Howe Institute.

On February 25, President Trump issued an executive order (EO) requiring the US Department of Commerce (Commerce) to investigate the national security implications of the copper supply chain. The investigation will be based on section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962.

This inaugural issue of ArentFox Schiff’s publication on international mining, energy, and infrastructure disputes aims to provide insights and practical information to general counsels and senior executives of companies operating internationally, particularly in countries that present challenging economic and political conditions for doing business.

Join Ucheora Onwuamaegbu as he speaks on a panel at the American Society of International Law Conference.

ArentFox Schiff is pleased to announce the addition of Partner Andrew S. Wong to its Complex Litigation practice in the firm’s Los Angeles office.

On October 25, the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) released its 2024 Annual Report, which highlights significant trends and statistics in ICSID’s cases during the fiscal year ending on June 30, 2024 (FY2024). ICSID administered 341 cases in that period (which was just five short of 346 cases in FY2022), marking the second-highest caseload in its history — a testament to its pivotal role in global investment dispute resolution.

Join Ucheora Onwuamaegbu as he speaks on a panel at the Kuwait Business Law Conference.

ArentFox Schiff International Arbitration & Dispute Resolution Partners Lee M. Caplan and Timothy J. Feighery and Associate Jodi Tai authored the California Contribution to the Delos Guide to Arbitration Places (GAP), which is now available online.

On June 17, the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID or the Centre) published a report on the trends in enforcement and compliance of the awards rendered by arbitration tribunals constituted under the ICSID Convention.

The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID or the Centre) announced on August 8, that it had registered its 1,000th case under the ICSID Convention and the Additional Facility.

Join Ucheora Onwuamaegbu as he speaks on a panel at the 2024 CPR Africa Arbitration Day.

Join Riyaz Dattu for the OurEnergyPolicy’s Energy Leaders webinar series.

Partner Marylee Jenkins will attend the Brand Strategy Summit USA on October 8, where she will lead an interview titled “Advancing the Trademark System: A Behind-the-Scenes Look.”

ArentFox Schiff is pleased to announce that 135 attorneys have been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America 2025, with two attorneys highlighted as “Lawyers of the Year” and 70 attorneys listed as “Ones to Watch.”

For the ninth consecutive year, Latinvex has listed ArentFox Schiff among the top international law firms in Latin America.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is an emerging technology with the potential to effect profound changes in all areas of society, including dispute resolution.

Mining companies operate in many countries where the risks related to the presence in the supply chain of forced and child labor tend to be high.

When negotiating a transaction or vendor agreement, or adopting website terms of service or privacy policies, the choices made in dispute resolution provisions can significantly impact outcomes and costs in the event of a dispute.

ArentFox Schiff is pleased to announce that International Practice Co-Leader Hunter T. Carter and Partner Cristina A. Carvalho have been named to Latinvex’s 2024 Top 100 Lawyers list, an annual ranking of leading attorneys from international law firms that serve as go-to advisors for Latin American companies.

The 2023 International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) Caseload Statistics published this month reveal an increase in disputes between foreign investors and sovereign states in the mining, energy/electricity, and construction (infrastructure).

Canada Legal Practice Leader Riyaz Dattu was quoted on the implications for companies, if this proposal passes.

ArentFox Schiff is pleased to announce that International Practice Co-Leader Hunter Carter has co-authored a chapter titled “Challenging and Enforcing Arbitration Awards: Colombia,” featured in the Global Arbitration Review’s (GAR) extensive online resource, Know-how.

ArentFox Schiff is pleased to announce that 130 attorneys have been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America 2024, with an additional four attorneys highlighted as “Lawyers of the Year” and 69 attorneys listed as “Ones to Watch.”

On July 25, 2023, the United Nations Commission on International Trade (UNCITRAL) concluded its 56th session in Vienna, Austria.

ArentFox Schiff is pleased to announce that Co-Managing Partner Cristina A. Carvalho and International Practice Co-Leader Hunter T. Carter have been named again to Latinvex’s 2023 Top 100 Lawyers list.