Milbank featured in Global Arbitration Review

Milbank, a renowned firm on Wall Street, has seen significant growth in its international arbitration practice stemming from its expertise in project finance on a global scale. The firm’s initial ventures into international arbitration were spearheaded by John McCloy, who represented U.S. multinational oil companies in arbitrations following nationalizations in Libya. This marked the beginning of Milbank’s regular appearances in the world of commercial arbitration, particularly in project-related disputes.

The firm’s strong presence in project finance and infrastructure has also propelled its expansion into the investor-state arbitration market over the past decade. Milbank’s international arbitration group has successfully represented both investors and States, with a primary focus on investment disputes arising from natural resources and infrastructure projects governed by bilateral and multilateral investment treaties, including the Energy Charter Treaty.

In addition to its expertise in investment disputes, Milbank’s commercial arbitration practice handles a wide range of complex disputes in various sectors such as M&A, biotechnology, space, and construction law. The firm has built a strong reputation in intellectual property-based arbitration, bolstered by Michael Nolan’s background as General Counsel of the Intellectual Property Owners Association. This experience allows Milbank to navigate arbitrations involving a mix of substantive laws from jurisdictions like New York, Germany, France, England, or Japan.

Overall, Milbank’s international arbitration practice continues to thrive due to its deep-rooted experience in project finance and infrastructure, enabling the firm to handle a diverse range of disputes in both the commercial and investment arbitration spheres. With a specialized focus on natural resources, infrastructure projects, and intellectual property, Milbank has established itself as a top player in the arbitral arena, representing clients across various industries and geographies.

For more information about Milbank’s international arbitration practice, visit www.milbank.com or contact their office locations listed on their website.