CMS' London group covers a range of public international law issues, including jurisdiction, immunity and enforcement matters. The team also comprises experts in expropriations, The Law of the Sea, treaty law, state responsibility, international institutional law, and obtaining evidence for use in overseas proceedings. The practice further encompasses sanctions and investor-state arbitrations. Karen Denny represents sovereign states and international organisations in public international law matters; Pieter Bekker leads the investment arbitration task force; and Sarah Vasani is ‘a standout practitioner’.
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‘CMS provides excellent advice on matters relating to privileges and immunities, as well as other aspects of public international law.’
‘CMS’ UK public international law practice is distinguished by its comprehensive expertise in handling complex, multi-jurisdictional legal issues.’
‘The practice excels in international dispute resolution, particularly in arbitration.’
‘Showcases a strong track record that reassures potential clients of its ability to manage and resolve high-stakes disputes effectively.’
‘Clients value their strategic compliance and advisory services, which are crucial for navigating the complexities of international regulations and sanctions.’
‘It is rare for a law firm to understand so well the issues that are specific to multilateral development banks, which straddle both the private sector and public sector worlds. In this regard, Karen Denny, and the CMS team by association, stand out. ’
‘Clients highlight Karen Denny for her deep understanding of matters related to public international law.’
‘Sarah Vasani is a standout practitioner.’
Kernmandanten
- Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines
- Fugro
- Patel Engineering
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting for the Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) in its ongoing dispute with the European Commission, following the black-listing of SVG due to alleged IUU fishing activities by SVG-flagged vessels.
- Advising Fugro on public international law issues, particularly the Law of the Sea.
- Acting for Patel Engineering in claims under the Mozambique-India bilateral investment treaty.
Anwält*innen
Führende Partner*innen
Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Praxisleitung
Karen Denny; Peter Bekker
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Sarah Vasani; Zainab Hodgson; Lindsay Reimschussel