David Lindsey Named to Latin America’s Top 100 Lawyers by Latinvex

October 2015 – Chambers Latin America has released its 2016 rankings, and Chaffetz Lindsey’s International Arbitration team has again been recognized as one of the top tier firms for its work across the region.  Categorized by the publication as a “deeply respected dispute resolution boutique with a solid footing in the Latin American market,” Chaffetz Lindsey was noted for standout expertise with sovereign disputes and strong offerings this year in Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela.  Additionally, the firm was acknowledged for maintaining “strong working relationships with a number of local counsel.”  One client told researchers, “I am always very impressed with the team; these are very sophisticated lawyers.”

Several of the firm’s international arbitration team members were ranked individually. David Lindsey, who has been ranked by Chambers Latin America every year since its inception, was praised by market commentators as “an incredible lawyer” who “really leads on a case.” James Hosking was noted as an esteemed figure in the international arbitration scene and for being “client-oriented.”  Aníbal Sabater, described as a respected partner, received praise from market observers, one who commented: “I am very impressed with him.”  Jennifer Permesly’s clients said: “I have an incredibly high opinion of her” and “she is outstanding.”

Chambers Latin America ranks lawyers and law firms based on feedback from clients and peers.  The qualities on which rankings are assessed include technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.

March 2015 – Chambers Global has recognized the breadth and depth of Chaffetz Lindsey’s International Arbitration practice in its 2015 edition guide. The firm and its lawyers are written up in the Global-wide – Arbitration (International), Latin America-wide Arbitration (International) and International Arbitration – USA sections. David Lindsey, James Hosking, Anibal Sabater, Jennifer Permesley and Yasmine Lahlou are recognized individually.

For more details, please go to www.chambersandpartners.com.

February 2015 – Chaffetz Lindsey has been once again recognized in Global Arbitration Review’s GAR 100. The GAR 100 lists the top 100 international arbitration firms in the world, and provides an overview of the capabilities and areas of expertise of these firms. Please go to www.globalarbitrationreview.com for more information.

February 2015 – Chaffetz Lindsey Partner Anibal Sabater has been short-listed for the 2015 GAR Awards in the Best Prepared/Most Responsive Arbitrator category. The winner will be announced at the 5th Annual GAR Awards ceremony in Washington, DC on February 25th. Aníbal has sat in over 25 multi-million dollar arbitrations to date, and he is frequently called to act as a neutral. Anibal joined Chaffetz Lindsey as a partner in January 2015 from Norton Rose Fulbright, where he was a partner in their Houston and New York offices. He originally trained in Spain and commenced his career at Gómez-Acebo & Pombo in Madrid, before moving to the US in 2003. For more information about Anibal’s experience, please click here.

February 2014 – Chaffetz Lindsey has once again been recognized in the annual GAR 100. The GAR 100 is a guide to the international arbitration capabilities and experience of law firms around the world, and given the publication’s focus on practice in this area, it is considered to be one of the most imporant surveys of this market. Chaffetz Lindsey is proud to be recognized again in one of our core practice areas.

September 2012 – Chaffetz Lindsey’s work in Latin America has been recognized once again in two leading industry guides – Chambers Latin America and Legal 500 Latin America. The firm’s partners have been active in the region for over two decades, representing clients based in the region and international clients investing there across a varety of disputes. One of the guides refers to David Lindsey as “one of the pioneers in Latin America, [who] always impresses”.

The commitment of the team is also highlighted in both guides, with clients commenting on their responsiveness, and the willingness to “go above and beyond to ensure timely, helpful service”. James Hosking is described as “commercially savvy and pragmatic” as well as “incredibly responsive and a pleasure to work with”.

Chambers Latin America and Legal 500 Latin America are independent guides on the legal markets across Latin America. For more information about the rankings, please click here for Chambers and here for Legal 500.

March 2012 – Chaffetz Lindsey’s International Arbitration team has been short-listed for this year’s Chambers USA Awards for Excellence in association with Lex Mundi. The awards, which will be announced on June 7, 2012, recognize outstanding firms on the basis of research carried out for Chambers USA 2012. These awards reflect a law firm’s pre-eminence based on key expertise and notable achievements in the last 12 months, including outstanding work, strategic growth and excellence in client service. Chaffetz Lindsey is delighted with the recognition that the nomination conveys. Please click here to view the full list of nominations.