Who’s Who Legal 2019 Names Chaffetz Lindsey a “Leading Firm” Among Other Honors

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Who’s Who Legal 2019 Names Chaffetz Lindsey a “Leading Firm” Among Other Honors

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December 2018 – In the Who’s Who Legal 2019 Arbitration survey, WWL recognizes Chaffetz Lindsey as one of North America’s “Leading Firms” and a “world-renowned dispute resolution firm.” The Arbitration survey features the world’s leading arbitration lawyers who come highly recommended for their expertise in resolving complex international disputes.

WWL specifically called out James Hosking for being “widely endorsed as ‘a first-rate advocate’ who enjoys an excellent reputation as ‘a knowledgeable and strategic thinker’ who is highly experienced in commercial cases and investment disputes.” Likewise, David Lindsey is celebrated as “a go-to representative to major clients in complex commercial disputes” for whom “sources have a lot of respect.”  Partners Peter Chaffetz, Aníbal Martín Sabater, and Yasmine Lahlou are also listed as featured experts in the WWL Arbitration category.

Also hot off of the WWL press, Yasmine Lahlou has been named Number One on the Who’s Who Legal 2019: Future Leaders – Arbitration Americas list for the second year in a row.  Based on feedback from international general counsel and attorneys, the publication highlights Yasmine as “a sharp and witty arbitration practitioner” who stands out among peers for her “extremely well-prepared and thorough work.” She is further recommended as “an excellent legal analyst.” Yasmine was also ranked on the inaugural list in 2016.

Who’s Who Legal surveys and analyzes the opinions of general counsel and law firm lawyers from around the world to put together a list of practitioners who are considered experts in their practice area.  The “Future Leaders” list was created to recognize partners and non-partners aged 45 or under who are seen as the future leading figures of the international arbitration community.  Who’s Who Legal is a sister publication of the Global Arbitration Review.

Chaffetz Lindsey Tops Latinvex 2019 Rankings

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December 2018 – Latinvex released its 2019 rankings of Top Law Firms in Latin America. The rankings cover firms throughout the world with a Latin America-related practice. Out of all law firms globally, Chaffetz Lindsey was ranked eighth in the “Top Arbitration Firms” category—up two spots from the previous ranking.

In addition, Chaffetz Lindsey partners David Lindsey and Yasmine Lahlou received individual recognition. David was named to the publication’s “Latin America’s Top 100 Lawyers” list and Yasmine was named as one of “Latin America’s Top 100 Female Lawyers.”

Latinvex’s editorial and research staff select the leading attorneys and firms from international law firms involved in the legal business in Latin America. The rankings span 12 categories (including arbitration & litigation, banking & finance, capital markets, corporate/M&A, energy, FCPA & fraud and project finance) and include attorneys from major firms as well as boutiques, like Chaffetz Lindsey.  Chaffetz Lindsey is joined in the top ten of Latinvex’s Top Arbitration Firms by White & Case, King & Spalding, Quinn Emmanuel, Reed Smith, Covington & Burling, Hogan Lovells, Foley Hoag, Arnold Porter, and Latham & Watkins.

To view the publication’s ranking lists, please click here (note, a subscription to Latinvex might be required).

Latinvex publishes daily news and weekly analysis on Latin America business, including nearly 50 rankings benchmarking the region’s companies, countries and people. It provides extensive and unique coverage of Latin America’s legal, technology and energy sectors.

Chambers Latin America Recognizes Chaffetz Lindsey’s Top-Tier International Arbitration Team

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August 2018 – Chambers Latin America has released their 2019 edition, and Chaffetz Lindsey’s International Arbitration practice continues to be top-ranked in the region. According to the Chambers Latin America ranking summary, one client said, “I am extraordinarily pleased with the team’s performance. The level of detail in the preparation for the hearing and the performance itself were both excellent.”

Partners David Lindsey, James Hosking, Aníbal Sabater and Yasmine Lahlou were highlighted as notable practitioners.

James Hosking “has impressed observers with his capabilities, as they remark: ‘He’s very knowledgeable and very solid in various areas. He is also able to get a good grasp of other legislations and how to interact with them.'”

Aníbal Martin Sabater was noted for his abilities as both counsel and arbitrator. Sources describe him as “very professional, strategic and capable of understanding complex matters of local law as well as having an excellent knowledge of international law.”

David Lindsey was noted for being “a partner with considerable skill” while Yasmine Lahlou was described by a peer as being “very plugged in and capable.”  Chambers specifically highlighted her noteworthy expertise advising on significant cross-border commercial arbitration cases.

Chambers Latin America covers a total of 20 jurisdictions and spans Mexico; Central America; the Caribbean islands of Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico; and all Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries on the South American sub-continent.  The guide is published annually every September.  The publication ranks both lawyers and law firms based on the publication’s researchers and interviews with lawyers and clients through in-depth personal interviews.

You can view the entire 2019 Chambers Latin America International Arbitration rankings table here.

Who’s Who Legal 2018 Names CL Partners Thought Leaders in Arbitration

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August 2018 – Who’s Who Legal: Thought Leaders – Arbitration has named Chaffetz Lindsey partners David Lindsey, James Hosking, Aníbal Sabater, and Peter Chaffetz to their 2018 list.

According to Who’s Who Legal, individuals named to the list are “worthy of special mention owing not only to their vast expertise and experience advising on some of the world’s most significant and cutting-edge disputes, but also their ability to innovate and inspire.”

Click here to view all those included in Who’s Who Legal: Thought Leaders – Arbitration 2018.

Legal 500 USA 2018 Again Recognizes Chaffetz Lindsey’s International Arbitration and Insurance Practices

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June 2018 – Chaffetz Lindsey has again been ranked in Legal 500 USA’s annual guide to the top teams in International Arbitration and Insurance for 2018.

Our firm’s Insurance and Reinsurance practice was ranked Tier 2 in the Insurance: Advice to Insurers category with clients describing our “efficient” team as a “top practice in insurance.”  Counsel Andrew Poplinger was recognized for the first time as one of five Next Generation Lawyers for Advice to Insurers across the USA.  Partners Peter Chaffetz and Steve Schwartz were again two of the eight lawyers lauded as Leading Lawyers for Advice to Insurers: Reinsurance.  Peter and Steve are also listed in Legal 500’s Hall of Fame for having been recognized as elite leading lawyers for six consecutive years or more.

Our International Arbitration practice was ranked Tier 3, with clients noting the firm “has the advantages of a smaller firm and provides a personalized service.”  David Lindsey and James Hosking were again included in the list of Leading Lawyers for International Arbitration across the USA, with clients acknowledging James’ “deep legal knowledge and a very practical approach in providing advice.”  And Yasmine Lahlou was again recognized as one of seven Next Generation Lawyers for International Arbitration in the USA.

Legal 500 USA is an independent guide on legal practices across the United States, which conducts research based on interviews with clients and peer lawyers.  For more information about the 2018 Legal 500 USA International Arbitration rankings, please click here, and for more information about the 2018 Legal 500 USA Insurance rankings, please click here.

Chambers USA 2018 Recognizes Chaffetz Lindsey’s International Arbitration and Insurance Practices

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May 2018 – Chambers USA has released its 2018 rankings, and Chaffetz Lindsey has again been recognized in the areas of International Arbitration (Nationwide) and Insurance (Dispute Resolution in New York). Several lawyers from the firm are highlighted as notable practitioners in these areas, including Peter Chaffetz, Steve Schwartz, Charles Scibetta and Cecilia Moss for Insurance, and David Lindsey, James Hosking, Aníbal Sabater, and Yasmine Lahlou for International Arbitration.

Our insurance practice is noted by Chambers USA as having “extensive knowledge of the reinsurance industry, skilled handling of arbitrations and other disputes and a developing focus on direct insurance matters.”  Clients stated, “They are high-quality, excellent lawyers and leave no stone unturned” and also admire “the team approach: You are not hiring just an individual, you are hiring a team.”

  • Peter Chaffetz is described as an “extremely effective advocate” who “is insightful and provides great service.”
  • Steve Schwartz is praised for his “thorough, dedicated and creative approach,” as well as his “very well-prepared, analytical style,” with others reporting, “We are happy to give our biggest cases to him.”
  • Charlie Scibetta appears on the list for the first time with clients detailing him as “very practical and can tailor his services to the business needs and dispute.”
  • Cia Moss is also noted as a “Recognized Practitioner” both in reinsurance and direct insurance matters.

The firm’s International Arbitration group is hailed by clients as having an  “exceptional level of client service. They can always be relied upon to make themselves available and provide advice whenever necessary. In addition, they are very business and solution oriented – they are good at understanding the commercial sensitivities of cases and trying to focus on a good outcome for the company.”

  • Chambers notes David Lindsey’s “market-wide recognition for his representation of clients in commercial arbitrations.”
  • James Hosking is lauded by sources as “a passionate advocate for his client” who is “extremely responsive, no matter where he is in the world.” He is also noted for “his excellent business acumen to get to the heart of the matter, and provides strategic and practical advice.”
  • The “very responsive and very smart” Aníbal Sabater is recommended, with sources noting that as his native Spanish abilities “really contributes to the clarity of the arguments and the management of the case in a more expeditious way.”
  • Chambers highlighted “very proactive” Yasmine Lahlou’s expertise in commercial arbitrations.

To view the firm’s entire profile, please visit the Chambers USA website.  Since 1999, Chambers & Partners has been researching the global legal profession, identifying the leading lawyers and law firms. Chambers USA 2018 rankings are determined through interviews with thousands of lawyers and their clients worldwide. The results are audited independently and are based on a range of professional qualities most valued by clients.

Chambers 2018 Global Rankings Recognize David Lindsey and Aníbal Sabater

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February 2018 – Chaffetz Lindsey partners David Lindsey and Aníbal Sabater have been named to the International Arbitration Ranked Lawyers list of Chambers & Partners’ newly released 2018 Global Guide. David Lindsey has been ranked consistently over the years for his “wealth of experience in the field.” This is Aníbal’s first appearance on the Global list and ‘sources enthusiastically describe [him] as ‘quite remarkable’ and ‘deserving of recognition at a global level.’”

Since 1999, Chambers & Partners has been researching the global legal profession, identifying the leading lawyers and law firms. Chambers Global 2018 rankings are determined through interviews with thousands of lawyers and their clients worldwide. The results are audited independently and are based on a range of professional qualities most valued by clients.

David Lindsey & Yasmine Lahlou Speak at Second BVI International Arbitration Conference

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May 2017 – David Lindsey and Yasmine Lahlou are speaking at Business BVI’s second BVI International Arbitration Conference to be held May 30 – June 2 in Tortola, BVI.  The conference is being held in the newly opened BVI International Arbitration Centre.

On June 2, David will be part of a panel on the topic of “The perfect Arbitrator, a client, counsel, arbitrator and centre perspective.”  Yasmine will be speaking on several panels throughout the week.  On May 31, she will join the ArbitralWomen panel addressing “Enforcement of Arbitral Awards.”  On June 1, Yasmine will first speak on a panel entitled “Deliberate Diversity: A New Model for Arbitration,” which will discuss how arbitration would benefit from improved diversity, in respect of gender, nationality and ethnicity.  She will also be speaking on a panel addressing the “Conduct of Arbitration.”

For more information about the BVI International Arbitration Conference, click here.

David Lindsey Speaks at Amcham Brasil International Conference on Arbitration

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April 2017 – David Lindsey, founding partner of Chaffetz Lindsey, recently spoke at the Amcham Brasil International Conference on Arbitration – “A Critical View of Arbitration.”  The conference took place in São Paulo on April 3, 2017 and offered a debate on arbitration from the point of view of its users.

The panel, entitled “The practice of the arbitral tribunals concerning the breach of the non-compete clause,” addressed the enforceability and interpretation of such clauses.  David was joined by Adriana Braghetta of L.O. Baptista Advogados, Maria do Céu Marques Rosado of MRTC Advogados, and Paula Forgioni of Forgioni Advigados.  The panel was moderated by Pedro Maciel of Lefosse Advogados.

David represents plaintiff and defendant multinational companies in cross border disputes most often decided by international arbitration tribunals under the rules of the ICDR, the ICC, the LCIA, and other top international arbitral institutions.  His clients are leaders in the power, oil and gas, engineering, manufacturing, automotive sales, franchising, licensing, and pharmaceutical industries, and David has represented them in proceedings in North and South America, Europe, and Asia.  He also sits as an arbitrator in cases under the ICC, ICDR and UNCITRAL rules, both as chair, sole arbitrator and co-arbitrator.

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