International Arbitration Lawyer Desk
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A dedicated international arbitration practice of Bhandari Law & Partners providing specialized legal services in cross-border dispute resolution involving Nepal
The International Arbitration Lawyer Desk is a dedicated initiative of Bhandari Law & Partners established to provide specialized legal services in international commercial arbitration, international construction arbitration, investor-State dispute settlement, and cross-border dispute resolution involving Nepal.
As international trade, infrastructure development, foreign investment, and cross-border transactions continue to expand, arbitration has become the preferred mechanism for resolving complex commercial disputes efficiently, confidentially, and across jurisdictions. Our International Arbitration Lawyer Desk in Nepal assists multinational corporations, foreign investors, financial institutions, contractors, international organizations, state-owned enterprises, government agencies, and private businesses in managing arbitration proceedings from strategy development to enforcement of arbitral awards.
Whether the arbitration concerns Nepalese law, a contract executed in Nepal, a Nepal-based party, a foreign investor operating in Nepal, or proceedings before an international arbitral institution, our lawyers provide practical, commercially focused, and internationally oriented legal representation.
Our Mission
The International Arbitration Lawyer Desk is established with the objective of providing world-class arbitration services while combining international best practices with deep knowledge on international arbitration. Our mission is to:
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Deliver strategic representation in international arbitration proceedings.
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Assist foreign investors and international businesses in resolving cross-border disputes efficiently.
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Promote arbitration as an effective alternative to litigation.
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Minimize commercial risks through proactive dispute management.
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Ensure enforceability of arbitral awards within Nepal and internationally.
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Provide seamless coordination with international law firms, experts, arbitrators, and foreign counsel.
Team of International Arbitration Lawyer Desk
The International Arbitration Lawyer Desk is led by experienced lawyers of Bhandari Law & Partners with expertise in international commercial transactions, construction law, investment law, dispute resolution, and arbitration:
Nabin Bhandari
Rikesh Poudel
Indika Basnet
Isha Ray
Our team collaborates with technical experts, international legal professionals, industry specialists, and foreign counsel whenever required to provide integrated legal solutions for complex international disputes.
Our International Arbitration Services
The Desk provides comprehensive legal services covering every stage of arbitration proceedings:
International Commercial Arbitration
Representation in disputes arising from:
•International sales contracts
•Joint venture agreements
•Shareholder disputes
•Distribution and agency agreements
•Supply contracts
•Technology transfer agreements
•Licensing arrangements
•Construction Contracts
•Energy and infrastructure contracts
•EPC contracts
•Banking and finance disputes
International Construction Arbitration
Legal representation involving:
•FIDIC Contracts
•EPC and Turnkey Projects
•Infrastructure Projects
•Hydropower Projects
•Roads and Highways
•Airports
•Telecommunications Projects
•Delay Claims
•Extension of Time Claims
•Defective Work Claims
•Payment Disputes
•Variation Claims
Investor-State Arbitration
Advising investors and businesses regarding:
•Investment Treaty Protection
•Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs)
•Foreign Investment Protection
•Expropriation Claims
•Fair and Equitable Treatment Claims
•Government Contract Disputes
•Investment-related Regulatory Disputes
Cross-Border Commercial Disputes
We assist clients with disputes involving multiple jurisdictions including:
•International Contract Disputes
•Multi-jurisdictional Litigation Strategy
•Conflict of Laws
•Jurisdictional Issues
•Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments
•Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards
Arbitration Agreement Drafting
Our lawyers draft and review:
•Arbitration Clauses
•Multi-tier Dispute Resolution Clauses
•Mediation-Arbitration Clauses
•Governing Law Clauses
•Jurisdiction Clauses
•Seat of Arbitration Provisions
•Institutional Arbitration Clauses
Arbitration under Major Institutional Rules
We advise and represent clients in arbitrations conducted under:
ICC Arbitration RulesSIAC Arbitration RulesLCIA Arbitration RulesHKIAC Arbitration RulesUNCITRAL Arbitration RulesICDR Arbitration RulesPCA Arbitration RulesNepal Council of Arbitration (NEPCA) RulesAd Hoc Arbitration
Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards
Our services include:
•Recognition of Foreign Awards in Nepal
•Enforcement Proceedings before Nepalese Courts
•Setting Aside Proceedings
•Interim Measures
•Asset Recovery
•Cross-border Enforcement Strategy
Industries We Serve
The International Arbitration Lawyer Desk advises clients across diverse sectors, including:
Energy and Hydropower
Infrastructure
Construction
Aviation
Telecommunications
Manufacturing
Banking and Finance
Insurance
Mining
Hospitality
Real Estate
Information Technology
International Trade
Healthcare
Development Projects
Experts Lawyer in International Arbitration
Our arbitration practice combines local expertise with international commercial understanding. We offer:
Extensive knowledge of Nepalese arbitration law and international arbitration practice.
Representation in high-value and technically complex commercial disputes.
Experience advising multinational companies and foreign investors operating in Nepal.
Commercially driven dispute resolution strategies.
Strong understanding of construction, infrastructure, energy, and investment projects.
Ability to coordinate with foreign law firms, international counsel, technical experts, and arbitrators.
Efficient, confidential, and client-focused legal services.
Our Arbitration Approach
Every arbitration requires careful planning and strategic execution. Our lawyers work closely with clients throughout the dispute lifecycle:
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Early Case Assessment
We evaluate legal merits, commercial risks, jurisdictional issues, and potential recovery before proceedings commence.
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Strategic Planning
We design arbitration strategies based on the governing law, applicable arbitration rules, evidence, and commercial objectives.
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Case Preparation
Our team manages document review, witness preparation, expert coordination, legal research, pleadings, and procedural strategy.
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Representation
We represent clients throughout arbitration proceedings, including hearings, negotiations, settlement discussions, and post-award proceedings.
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Award Enforcement
We assist clients in enforcing arbitral awards and protecting their rights across jurisdictions.
International Arbitration and Nepal
Nepal has increasingly embraced arbitration as an effective method of resolving commercial disputes. International businesses investing in Nepal frequently include arbitration clauses in contracts relating to construction, infrastructure, hydropower, energy, telecommunications, procurement, foreign investment, and international trade.
Our International Arbitration Lawyer Desk combines deep understanding of Nepalese legislation with international arbitration practice to provide effective representation for disputes involving Nepalese parties, foreign investors, government entities, contractors, lenders, and multinational corporations.
International Arbitration Research Centre
Bhandari Law and Partners have established International Arbitration Legal Research Center that provides practical resources on:
•International commercial arbitration.
•Investment arbitration.
•Construction and infrastructure disputes.
•Energy and natural resource disputes.
•Cross-border commercial disputes.
•Arbitration legislation and institutional frameworks.
•Enforcement and recognition of arbitral awards.
•Comparative arbitration practices across jurisdictions.
Contact International Arbitration Lawyer Desk:
You can contact on following details. The International Arbitration Lawyer Desk shall respond within 1 to 2 working days: