In the recently published Abuja Court of Appeal case of Statoil (Nigeria) Limited & Anor v. Federal Inland Revenue Service & Anor ((2014) LPELR-23144(CA)) (“Statoil”) dated 13 June 2014, the Nigerian court held that a third party had locus standi to challenge an arbitration agreement to which it
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Jeremy Wilson
Jeremy Wilson is co-chair of the firm’s International Arbitration and Disputes Practice Group. He advises and represents parties in investor-state matters, price review disputes, and commercial arbitrations, including in both ad hoc proceedings under the UNCITRAL Rules, and institutional arbitrations under the rules of the ICC, SIAC, HKIAC, the SCC, the DIAC, and the LCIA, in venues around the world. Jeremy has particular experience and a proven track record advising clients in the energy, life sciences, media, and consumer brands sectors.
Chambers UK ranks Jeremy as a leading lawyer for International Arbitration, noting client comments that Jeremy “is an excellent advocate”, “legally knowledgeable, commercially astute, pragmatic and personable to boot”. Clients also comment on his “impressive analytical and tactical skills” as well as his “quick and thorough understanding of complex legal issues”, while market sources have noted that he is “excellent on the law.” Chambers also notes his industry expertise, stating that the “very accomplished and knowledgeable” Jeremy Wilson is particularly commended for handling arbitrations in the oil and gas industries. Legal 500 UK notes “Jeremy Wilson is brilliant. As an advocate he is superb – careful, lucid and sensible submissions, clearly backed by an immense amount of preparation. A well-deserved reputation of excellence.”
Who’s Who Legal (WWL) recognizes Jeremy as a Global Leader in Arbitration in 2023-2024 and Jeremy is showcased in Legal 500’s Arbitration Powerlist: UK (2023).
Planning Ahead to Arbitration – Important Considerations for Investors
As foreign investment into Sub-Saharan Africa continues to grow, inevitably, so does the risk of disputes arising between commercial parties. The potential benefits of arbitration in settling a commercial dispute, including procedural flexibility and neutrality, are well known (read more from the ICC here). This post provides…
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