Caline Mouawad to Attend ERA’s “Meet the Female Arbitrators” Event as Featured Arbitrator

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Caline Mouawad to Attend ERA’s “Meet the Female Arbitrators” Event as Featured Arbitrator

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March 2023— Chaffetz Lindsey’s Caline Mouawad has been selected as a featured arbitrator for the Equal Representation in Arbitration Pledge’s “Meet the Female Arbitrators” event in New York City. The event will introduce a group of talented women arbitrators and is aimed to increase awareness of qualified arbitrator candidates to better serve clients, businesses and organizations in the appointment process.

The networking event sponsored by Herbert Smith Freehills in collaboration with NYIAC @ JAMS, will take place in person on Monday, March 20, 2023 from 6pm-8pm at JAMS (The New York Times Building, 620 Eighth Avenue, 16th floor, New York, NY 10018). Register your attendance here.

The Equal Representation in Arbitration Pledge is a global initiative which aims to address the underrepresentation  of women on international arbitral tribunals.

Caline Mouawad Joins Panel at 2023 USC-JAMS Arbitration Symposium in Collaboration with SIAC

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March 2023— Chaffetz Lindsey’s Caline Mouawad will speak at the upcoming 7th Annual USC-JAMS Arbitration Symposium in Collaboration with SIAC on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Caline will join Linda A. Klein (Baker Donelson), TJ Auner (Jones Day) and Charline Yim (Gibson Dunn) for the panel titled “Subpoena and Third-Party Evidence – the State of Play” taking place at 11:00am PT/1:00pm ET.

The panel will review the current status of the law on the ability to compel third parties to an arbitration to produce evidence. They will also consider the differences between domestic arbitration and international arbitration, recent 9th Circuit and US Supreme Court cases and other relevant case law.

The Symposium, hosted by the Singapore International Arbitration Center, University of Southern California and JAMS, is the keystone event of the 2nd Annual California International Arbitration Week (CIAW).

Click here for more information and to register. Hybrid registration available.

Smit-Lowenfeld Prize Awarded to Co-Authors Caline Mouawad Jessica Beess und Chrostin by International Arbitration Club of NY

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February 2023— Chaffetz Lindsey’s Caline Mouawad and King & Spalding’s Jessica Beess und Chrostin were recently awarded the twelfth annual Smit-Lowenfeld Prize by the International Arbitration Club of New York for best article in the field of international arbitration. The article, titled “The Illegality Objection in Investor-State Arbitration,” methodically reviews investment awards that involved an illegality objection.  The Smit-Lowenfeld Prize is awarded annually by the International Arbitration Club of New York to recognize the outstanding article published in the previous year on any aspect of international arbitration. The Prize honors the late Hans Smit of Columbia Law School and Andreas F. Lowenfeld of New York University School of Law, both renowned scholars in international litigation and arbitration.

 

Chaffetz Lindsey’s Aníbal Sabater commendend Caline and Jessica for their work. “Caline is a phenomenal lawyer, with deep analytical skills and years of experience in investment cases,” Aníbal stated. “It is no surprise to see her and Jessica recognized for their trailblazing study on the illegality objection, which we wholeheartedly recommend our colleagues read. Congratulations to both!”

 

When presenting the award, Lawrence W. Newman, Presiding Member of the IACNY and Of Counsel at Baker McKenzie, stated: “This is an important article on a heretofore unexplored area of investment treaty arbitration scholarship—the responses of arbitration tribunals to assertions by host countries that claimant investors obtained their investments in violation of local law.”

 

Read the full article published by Arbitration International here.

 

Read the International Arbitration Club of New York’s press release here.

Latinvex Recognizes Three Chaffetz Lindsey Partners in 2022 Rankings

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January 2023— Chaffetz Lindsey’s Caline Mouawad, Yasmine Lahlou and Gretta Walters have been recognized for their international expertise by Latinvex in their recently released 2022 rankings.

Caline Mouawad and Yasmine Lahlou have been named among the “Top 100 Female Lawyers in Latin America,” marking the fourth consecutive year Caline has been recognized and the fifth consecutive year for Yasmine. In addition, Gretta Walters has debuted as one of 25 Rising Legal Stars in Latin America. Prominent attorneys on this list have been highlighted for the scope and prominence of work and future potential in the region.

Click here for Latin America’s Top 100 Female Lawyers rankings.

Click here for Latin America’s Rising Legal Stars rankings.

              * Note: a subscription to Latinvex may be required.

Latinvex’s editorial staff selects the top 100 female lawyers specializing in Latin America among international law firms. The tenth annual ranking looked at nearly 100 law firms and chose attorneys from 61 different firms based in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Bermuda. The criteria for selection was a combination of factors, including recent track record on major deals and business, prominence of firm in Latin America and rankings.

Chaffetz Lindsey Named One of Four Leading Firms in North America by Who’s Who Legal

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December 2022— Who’s Who Legal Arbitration has released their 2023 rankings with the top names in arbitration, ranking seven Chaffetz Lindsey team members amongst the elite group. Among the team, both James Hosking and Yasmine Lahlou have been named as “Global Elite Thought Leaders”, with just 17 individuals receiving such recognition in North America & the Caribbean. According to Who’s Who Legal this title is reserved for the top 2.5% of ranked practitioners considered the “very best by peers and clients, achieving the highest number of recommendations in the research.” Chaffetz Lindsey is one of only 8 firms in the world with more than one Global Elite Thought Leader.

Additional accolades include Anibal Sabater, Caline Mouawad, Peter Chaffetz and David Lindsey as “Global Leaders in Arbitration” and Gretta Walters as a “Future Leader (Partner) in Arbitration.”

Chaffetz Lindsey has also been highlighted as one of four “Leading Firms” in North America and the Caribbean in the Legal Marketplace Analysis.

“This year’s guide highlights the top arbitration practitioners globally, who variously impress with their persuasive work as counsel and their expertise on arbitration panels,” Who’s Who Legal states.

Here’s what Who’s Who Legal had to say about the team:

  • James Hosking has “an excellent reputation” as “a thought leader” in the field with peers describing him as “responsive, efficient and sharp”.
  • Yasmine Lahlou is “a very experienced” practitioner and “effective advocate” according to market commentators who add that she is “extremely knowledgeable about international arbitral procedures”.
  • Caline Mouawad is lauded as “an absolute star” who is “an excellent choice” for investment treaty arbitration.
  • Having amassed over 25 years of experience, Aníbal Martín Sabater is “a well-respected and knowledgeable” figure with a focus on international commercial and investment arbitration.

Three Chaffetz Lindsey Members Among Arbitration Lawyers to Launch New Association Focused on the Arab World

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November 2022— Chaffetz Lindsey senior associate May Khoury is among five international arbitration practitioners that are joining forces to launch “ArabArb”, an independent network that aims to unite, promote, and serve the U.S.-based arbitration community with roots, affinity, or interest in the Arab World. Founders of the organization include Randa Adra, partner at Crowell & Moring; Cherine Foty, senior associate at Covington & Burling in Washington, DC; Lillian Khoury, senior associate at Steptoe & Johnson in New York; and Nour Nicolas, associate at Foley Hoag in New York.

Chaffetz Lindsey partners Caline Mouawad and Yasmine Lahlou will sit on the advisory committee of this women-led group, making three out of eleven members represented by the Chaffetz Lindsey team.

Additional advisory committee members include Meriam Al-Rashid, global co-chair of International Arbitration at Eversheds Sutherland; Amal Bouchenaki, partner at Herbert Smith Freehills; Maria Chedid, global co-chair of the International Arbitration Group at Arnold & Porter; and Samaa Haridi, partner at King & Spalding.

ArabArb’s mission is to create a platform for members to connect and collaborate with fellow practitioners as well as advance the knowledge and understanding of international arbitration as it relates to the Arab World. The group will work to increase the visibility of diverse and qualified counsel, arbitrators, and experts who are particularly suited to handle disputes relating to the Arab World.

ArabArb will host a launch event in New York City on November 16, 2022 during New York Arbitration Week to introduce itself to the legal community, present its mission, and welcome new members. The group plans to organize conferences and training seminars on topics relevant to the community, as well as offer mentoring opportunities and exposure to law students of Arab descent. Register for the event here.

Learn more about the organization here.

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IBA Investment Arbitration Subcommittee Finalizes Report on “Arbitrating Small Value Claims In Investment Arbitration”

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November 2022— The IBA Investment Arbitration Subcommittee has finalized its report on “Arbitrating Small Value Claims In Investment Arbitration.” The report, authored by Chaffetz Lindsey’s Caline Mouawad, Maxi Scherer (WilmerHale), Noiana Marigo (Freshfields) and Patrick Pearsall (Allen & Overy), examines the mechanisms and strategies available to parties to calibrate time, effort, and financial resources invested to arbitrate small value investment claims in a manner that is commensurate with the sums at stake.

The report examines three aspects of small value claims: (1) empirical data from ICSID, the PCA, and the SCC regarding small value claims registered from 2010 through 2021; (2) special procedures already available to parties in investment agreements and arbitral rules; and (3) various other procedural mechanisms that parties may incorporate into their arbitration and create a bespoke procedure designed to streamline their case and minimize the costs of arbitration.

Read the full report here.

James Hosking, Caline Mouawad & David Blackman to Speak at the 16th Annual Investment Treaty Arbitration JURIS Conference

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October 2022— Chaffetz Lindsey’s James Hosking, Caline Mouawad and David Blackman will be speaking at the upcoming 16th Annual Investment Treaty Arbitration conference on Friday, October 14th, 2022. The four panel event – being held in Washington, DC — will host leading arbitration practitioners and scholars from around the globe to discuss international investment law and arbitration.

Each panel will feature a topic question and two authors whose writings have taken opposing views. A moderated panel will engage in a discussion of the topic question and the writings of the authors. We are pleased to have three Chaffetz Lindsey attorneys featured on the panels:

Additional event details including in-person and virtual registration is available on the conference page here. Chaffetz Lindsey is pleased to sponsor this event.

Caline Mouawad and Yasmine Lahlou to Speak at 2 Worlds Arbitration New York on August 26th

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August 2022— Chaffetz Lindsey’s Caline Mouawad and Yasmine Lahlou will join an impressive group of practitioners and thought leaders at the 2 Worlds Arbitration New York event taking place August 25th-August 26th. The two day event titled “U.S. & Brazilian Perspectives on the Future of International Arbitration” is organized by the Arbitration Channel and hosted by Columbia Law School and New York University.

Caline will speak on a panel titled “Practical Matters on the Production of Evidence” on Friday, August 26th at 11:30am. Additional panelists include Erica Franzetti (King & Spalding), Friedrich Rosenfeld (New York School of Law) Kabir Duggal (Arnold & Porter) and moderator Gustavo Vaughan (Clearly Gottlieb).

On the same day, Yasmine and Brazilian leading practitioner Carlos Alberto Carmona (MRTC Advogados) will engage in a debate on arbitrators’ conflicts of interest and disclosure obligations.

The event will be held in person at the Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce (485 Madison Ave, Suite 401 New York, New York). Register for free at http://www.canalarbitragem.com.br/2worlds/.

Legal 500 Recognizes Chaffetz Lindsey‘s International Arbitration and Insurance Teams and Eleven Partners in 2022 USA Report

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June 2022— Chaffetz Lindsey’s International Arbitration and Insurance teams have been recognized in the 2022 Legal 500 USA report. Both teams received a Tier 2 ranking among the top 10 practices in the country.

In addition, eleven Chaffetz Lindsey partners have been individually recognized in the report.

On the International Arbitration list, James Hosking, Caline Mouawad and Anibal Sabater were named Leading Lawyers, Yasmine Lahlou has been named a Next Generation Partner, and Gretta Walters made her first appearance on the table as a Rising Star. David Lindsey received the Hall of Fame honor and Andreas Frischknecht was noted as a Recommended Lawyer. For Advice to Insurers, Peter Chaffetz and Steve Schwartz are both listed on the Hall of Fame. Cecilia Moss and Charlie Scibetta are listed as Recommended Lawyers.

Legal 500 referees had the following to say about the firm:

‘Chaffetz Lindsey is one of the premier boutique construction and investment arbitration law firms that I have had the pleasure of working with. Lawyers are consummate professionals and have always stood out to me as one of the most prepared legal teams that I get to work with.’

‘Chaffetz Lindsey is an international arbitration boutique, capable of fully conducting complex cases in several languages, which is a highly appreciated asset in the LatAm market. Partners are 24/7 available to clients. They work seamlessly with local counsel.’

‘Chaffetz Lindsey’s arbitration team provides high-level services, with sophistication and dedication to the client. My personal experience as second chair in an arbitral case has been greatly enriched by the professionalism and organization of the partners and associates.’

‘I have worked with Steve Schwartz and Charles Scibetta. They are both very experienced reinsurance lawyers who give sound legal and practical advice. I have not had better experience elsewhere.’

‘Peter Chaffetz and Andrew Poplinger are very “hands-on” and very accessible throughout our engagement. They worked quickly and efficiently to enable us to meet tight deadlines. They quickly grasped our business priorities and devised a strategy to achieve those goals. Both Peter and Andrew showed an excellent grasp of the industry and they were very well versed in the applications we were making, showing helpful insights which influenced our strategy which delivered an great outcome.’

Chaffetz Lindsey’s recognition follows:

Dispute Resolution: International Arbitration

Band 2: Chaffetz Lindsey
Hall of Fame: David Lindsey
Leading Lawyers: James Hosking, Caline Mouawad, Aníbal Sabater
Next Generation Partner: Yasmine Lahlou
Rising Star: Gretta Walters
Recommended: Andreas Frischknecht, Anibal Sabater, Caline Mouawad, David Lindsey, Gretta Walters, James Hosking, Yasmine Lahlou

Insurance: Advice to Insurers

Band 2: Chaffetz Lindsey
Hall of Fame: Peter Chaffetz & Steve Schwartz
Recommended: Cecilia Moss, Charles Scibetta, Peter Chaffetz, Steve Schwartz

The Legal 500 Series ”highlight[s] the practice area teams who are providing the most cutting edge and innovative advice to corporate counsel.” “[Their] research is based on feedback from 300,000 clients worldwide, submissions from law firms and interviews with leading private practice lawyers, and a team of researchers who have unrivalled experience in the legal market.”

Chambers USA Recognizes Chaffetz Lindsey As An Elite Boutique Firm for International Arbitration and Enforcement

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June 2022 – Chaffetz Lindsey is pleased to be recognized in Chambers & Partners as the elite boutique firm for International Arbitration disputes. Chaffetz Lindsey was ranked in Band 2 of Chambers’ 2022 USA-Nationwide: International Arbitration: The Elite rankings. The firm is the only US-based boutique to make The Elite list.

Chambers noted, “Chaffetz Lindsey has a very diverse practice and a team of impressive, high-quality lawyers.”

In addition, five of Chaffetz Lindsey’s International Arbitration partners were individually ranked. The team received the following recognition:

  • James Hosking is ranked in Band 1 of USA International Arbitration: Counsel.  James is called out by clients as an “extraordinary lawyer – he’s clever, available, and adopts a practical approach.” “He’s a real thinker and is deeply immersed in this sector. He’s the real deal.” “James is very skilled and a great attorney for complex arbitration proceedings.” James is also recognized as a prominent arbitrator on the USA International Arbitration: Arbitrator table.
  • Yasmine Lahlou “is technically excellent and leads her team very efficiently.” “She’s great and a real force in the arbitration community.” “Yasmine is extremely impressive on her feet.”
  • Caline Mouawad is praised by referees as “absolutely fantastic and a very dedicated and hard-working lawyer.” “Caline is very bright, cognizant of our needs and is really thinking hard about the issues. She is great to work with and her writing style is fantastic.“
  • Referees say Aníbal Sabater “has a lot of experience in investment arbitration. He is excellent in strategy and always sees the bigger picture.” “He’s a really terrific arbitrator and can conduct proceedings in both English and Spanish. He is extremely knowledgeable, has great judgment and is very fair.” In addition to being ranked as counsel, Anibal is recognized among the top arbitrators on the USA International Arbitration: Arbitrator table.
  • Likewise, David Lindsey is called out as “a very prominent arbitrator.”

The team was also recognized on the International Arbitration: Enforcement table, which notes a small number of firms with a nation-wide specialized practice in award and judgment enforcement.

To view the firm’s International Arbitration profile, visit our website or the Chambers USA website.

NYIAC Elects Caline Mouawad and James Hosking for 2022 Leadership Roles

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March 2022– The New York International Arbitration Center (NYIAC) held its Annual Board Meeting on January 26th to elect new leaders and to review the past two years of successfully navigating the pandemic.  Chaffetz Lindsey, a member of NYIAC’s Founding Firm Circle, has been actively involved in the organization’s leadership over the years.  This year, Chaffetz Lindsey’s Caline Mouawad will join the NYIAC Executive Committee. Chaffetz Lindsey Founding Partner James Hosking will co-chair the Program Committee with Marisa Marinelli, which includes planning NYIAC’s Annual Grand Central Forum. NYIAC’s professional leadership works with New York’s international arbitration leaders who serve as members of NYIAC’s Board of Directors, its Officers and its Committee Chairs.

In a press release issued by NYIAC , Executive Director Rekha Rangachari observes, “NYIAC continues to thrive since its auspicious beginning in 2013.  Collaborations in part define our strength, first with the AAA-ICDR, and now with JAMS and Arbitration Place, each providing an opportunity to best dialogue and respond to the needs of our global community. These developments enhance New York’s role as a leading global center of international arbitration.”

The New York International Arbitration Center (“NYIAC”) is a nonprofit organization formed to advance, strengthen and promote the conduct of international arbitration in New York.

Read NYIAC’s full press release here.

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