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

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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.

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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ICC Dispute Resolution Bulletin Publishes Article on Judicial Review of Arbitral Jurisdiction in the U.S. and Germany

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October 2022— An article authored by Chaffetz Lindsey’s Andreas Frischknecht, Alex Lupsaiu and former visiting law clerk Greta Körner has just been published in the second issue of the 2022 ICC Dispute Resolution Bulletin.

The article, titled ”Who Decides? Judicial Review of Arbitral Jurisdiction in the U.S. and Germany — particularly under Article V(1)(c) of the New York Convention,” examines how courts in the United States and Germany differ fundamentally in their approach to arbitral jurisdiction and the degree to which it is subject to judicial review.

But, nonetheless, the authors find that the practical outcomes in both jurisdictions are more similar than the stark differences in theory might suggest.

The full article is available in the ICC Dispute Resolution Library  to subscribers via the Jus Mundi platform.

Chambers Global Recognizes Chaffetz Lindsey’s International Arbitration Team in 2022 Rankings

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February 2022– Chambers & Partners has released its 2022 Global Guide, and Chaffetz Lindsey’s International Arbitration practice continues to be recognized as a standout.

The firm remains the only US-based boutique to be recognized in the Global Market Leaders International Arbitration rankings. This marks the fourth consecutive year the firm is included in the Global rankings. This year Yasmine Lahlou joins David Lindsey and Aníbal Sabater as an individually recognized Global Market Leader. All Chaffetz Lindsey international arbitration specialist partners, in addition to the firm in general, are ranked in the Chambers Global, USA, or Latin America tables.

Sources speak highly of Chaffetz Lindsey’s client service, with one remarking that “the team are extremely attentive to clients and go above and beyond for them.”

Further comments on our globally ranked arbitration partners include:

  • Yasmine Lahlou is well regarded by peers for her arbitration expertise across the U.S. and Latin American markets. She regularly handles commercial and treaty cases, particularly those concerning the energy and construction industries. According to a client, Lahlou is “very good at explaining the arbitration strategy to the clients in a compelling manner,” going on to say that “right off the bat in meetings with the client she is able to give a snapshot of the weaknesses and best strategies for the case and what the best options are for the clients.”
  • Aníbal Martin Sabater remains a notable figure within the US and Latin American markets for his capabilities handling big-ticket commercial arbitrations as well as treaty disputes. An interviewee highlights this point, stating: “Anibal has outstanding experience for issues related to commercial arbitration and related court proceedings.”
  • David Lindsey draws on significant expertise handling commercial arbitration cases concerning the oil and gas industry. His practice spans the US and Latin American markets, demonstrating particular strength in Brazil.

 

Chambers & Partners is a world leader in researching the global legal profession, and identifying the leading lawyers and law firms. Chambers Global ranks the top lawyers and law firms in over 190 countries across the world based on in-depth research and interviews with thousands of lawyers and their clients worldwide.

Click here to view Chaffetz Lindsey’s Chambers Global profile.

James Hosking Elected to ICCA’s Governing Board for Four-Year Term Beginning April 2022

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February 2020— Chaffetz Lindsey’s James Hosking one of nine new members recently elected to the International Council for Commercial Arbitration (ICCA) Governing Board. ICCA is a world-wide organization devoted to promoting the use and improving the processes of arbitration, conciliation and other forms of dispute resolution. ICCA Members come from over 95 countries, and the organization is led by an international Governing Board of 40 prominent dispute resolution specialists representing 26 nationalities.

In a press release announcing the new Governing Board members, ICCA President Lucy Reed commented, “I could not be more pleased with the new ICCA leaders. The 9 new Members of the Governing Board, like the outgoing GB Members – whom I thank profusely for their commitment and work – will bring a wealth of international arbitration experience and wisdom to ICCA.”

James will sit on the board for a four-year term beginning April 2022.

Chaffetz Lindsey congratulates the additional eight new Governing Board Members:

  • Abby Cohen Smutny (US)
  • Nayla Comair-Obeid (Lebanon)
  • Eduardo Damião Gonçalves (Brazil)
  • Samaa Haridi (Egypt; US)
  • Karl Hennessee (US;France)
  • Dyalá Jimenez (Costa Rica)
  • Maxi Scherer (Germany)
  • Claus von Wobeser (Mexico)

Find more information on ICCA and the Governing Board here.

ITA in Review Publishes Alicia Yeo’s Report on the “Arbitration & Insolvency: When Theory Meets Practice” Panel

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February 2022 — ITA in Review’s newest edition features a report by Chaffetz Lindsey’s Alicia Yeo on the panel webinar “Arbitration & Insolvency: When Theory Meets Practice,” which was hosted by Young Practitioners’ Group of the Institute for Transnational Arbitration (“Young ITA”) in October 2021. The webinar was organized and moderated by Lidia Rezende, Chaffetz Lindsey attorney and Young ITA’s North America Chair.

The webinar explored practical issues that arise at the intersection of insolvency and arbitration, from both Brazilian and U.S. law perspectives. The discussion centered on three topics that often arise in the international arbitration and insolvency space:  (1) the right to initiate arbitration when insolvency procedures are involved; (2) the viability of arbitration proceedings brought by insolvent parties, particularly with regard to security for costs; and (3) the enforceability of arbitral awards by or against insolvent parties.  Panelists included Ruth Teitelbaum, Eduardo A. Mattar, Jennifer Permesly, and André Luis Monteiro.

Read Alicia’s report on the event here.

About Young ITA
Young ITA promotes the involvement of young professionals in the international arbitration community through programs, publications and other activities. Learn more about Young ITA and ITA in Review.

 

Who’s Who Legal Recognizes Seven Chaffetz Lindsey Lawyers in the Arbitration 2022 Global Guide

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December 2021 — Who’s Who Legal has named seven Chaffetz Lindsey team members as Thought Leaders or Future Leaders in their Arbitration 2022 report.  James Hosking is spotlighted as a Global Elite Thought Leader — one of just 15 in North America  — and Gretta Walters was named as one of the eight Most Highly Regarded Non-Partner Future Leaders in the Americas.

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

James Hosking is “a terrific advocate” noted as “cerebral but also very commercial.” One source adds, “I’d put him in the very top-tier of arbitration practitioners in New York.”

Yasmine Lahlou is “a multifaceted top-drawer lawyer” who is highlighted as “super bright and effective” as well “one of the best on African issues.”

Caline Mouawad is “an excellent and very thoughtful lawyer”, distinguished for her “astonishing ability to find the weak spot of a case in a heartbeat.”

The “brilliant” and “very sharp-minded” Aníbal Martín Sabater is widely endorsed as an “exceptionally bright and able counsel.”

Gretta Walters is “an excellent speaker and advocate” who is “very active and well known within the international arbitration community.” Peers single her out as “a perfect choice for arbitration counsel” thanks to her “great oral presentation skills and convincing legal arguments.”

Founding Partners Peter Chaffetz and David Lindsey were also recognized as Thought Leaders.

Who’s Who Legal partners with The Global Arbitration Review (GAR) to research and identify “the world’s best arbitration lawyers, who have come highly recommended for their expertise in resolving complex international disputes.” Read more about WWL’s methodology here.

 

Aníbal Sabater Discusses LatAm Policy Changes’ Impact on International Arbitration: Towards Harmony or Dissonance?

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May 2020 – On Thursday, April 30th, Aníbal Sabater joined Noiana Marigo of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP and Rekha Rangachari of NYIAC in a well-attended live podcast discussion titled “Change within the System: Mexico, Ecuador and Argentina.” The podcast is the first of a three part series hosted by New York International Arbitration Center (NYIAC), exploring how the dueling dynamic and policy changes across Latin American jurisdictions impact international arbitration. Anibal and Noiana discussed the effects of legal developments on ideological and power structures, new constitutional processes, and the role of infrastructure on progress.

A recording of the podcast is available here:

EPISODE 1: NYIAC Talks Podcast Spotlight on International Arbitration in Latin America: Towards Harmony or Dissonance?
Focus: Change within the System: Mexico, Argentina, Ecuador
When: Thursday, April 30, 2020

The podcast series, “NYIAC Talks Podcast Spotlight on International Arbitration in Latin America: Towards Harmony or Dissonance?” will continue with episodes focusing on the change in the system in Peru, Bolivia and Chile and the apparent lack of a system in Venezuela and mistrust of the system in Brazil.

 

UPCOMING PODCASTS IN THIS SERIES:

EPISODE 2: NYIAC Talks Podcast Spotlight on International Arbitration in Latin America: Towards Harmony or Dissonance? *

Focus: Peru, Bolivia, and Chile
When: Thursday, May 21, 2020 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

EPISODE 3: NYIAC Talks Podcast Spotlight on International Arbitration in Latin America: Towards Harmony or Dissonance? *

Focus: Venezuela and Brazil
When:  Thursday, June 11, 2020 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

 * NY CLE:  Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US LLP has been certified by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board as an Accredited Provider of Continuing Legal Education in the State of New York. This transitional and non-transitional continuing legal education course has been approved for newly admitted and experienced attorneys in accordance with the requirements of the New York State CLE Rules and Regulations for a maximum of 0.5 credit hour in the Professional Practice category. 

 

What COVID-19 Means for Latin American Arbitration

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April 2020 – Latin Lawyer turned to Aníbal Sabater for insight into “What COVID-19 Means for Latin American Arbitration.” In his article, Aníbal analyzes COVID-19’s impact on the arbitration process, arbitral institutions, and users. Aníbal also examines the economic and political impact of the pandemic on Latin American countries, and the potential short and long-term effects on commercial and investment arbitration in the region.

According to Anibal, “COVID-19 is creating challenges and uncertainty for international arbitration practitioners across Latin America, but it is also generating opportunities.”  His article is an early attempt at analysis and prediction.

Latin Lawyer is the definitive source of news and analysis for private practitioners and in-house counsel in Latin America’s business legal market.

Click here to view the entire article, or access it on Latin Lawyer’s website. This article is also available on Global Arbitration Review, Latin Lawyer‘s sister publication.

 

Click here to view our full list of COVID-19 Information and Resources.

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