Investment Treaty Arbitration
Unrivalled in high-profile investor-State disputes
LALIVE is a global leader in investment treaty arbitration, with a rich heritage spanning over 50 years. The firm’s co-founding partner, Pierre Lalive, acted as counsel in the first ICSID case in 1972 and as president of the ad hoc committee in ICSID’s first annulment matter in 1985.
A rare depth and breadth of expertise
Our standout involvement in many high-profile, complex, multi-billion investor-State disputes is showcased by our 40 investment treaty cases, with a near 90 per cent success rate. We act for both States and investors, giving us an understanding of both sides of our clients’ investment treaty disputes. Our teams combine this rounded perspective with deep industry insight, particularly in mining, energy, construction, and banking.
We are also frequently appointed as arbitrators in disputes arising out of bilateral and multilateral investment treaties, investment contracts and other instruments.
Teams that are as international as our clients’ needs
Our expertise spans borders and cultures, reflecting our clients’ needs. Internationally, many of our partners are recognised as leading figures, with two designated by respective States to the prestigious ICSID Panel of Arbitrators and Conciliators: Matthias Scherer (Switzerland) and Joachim Knoll (Germany).
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