Investor State Arbitration

Expert Representation in Investor State Arbitration  Disputes

As a leading full-service law firm with a global outlook, Bhandari Law and Partners is uniquely positioned to handle high-stakes international investment disputes. Our dedicated practice group specializing in Investor State Arbitration  advises and represents foreign investors, multinational corporations, and sovereign states in proceedings arising under Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs), Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), and other investment contracts.

We understand that claims in Investor State Arbitration involve complex legal, political, and economic challenges. Our trained legal experts combine world-class dispute resolution strategy with deep local insight to safeguard your interests, whether you are protecting an investment or defending a state’s regulatory measures.

Our Services in Investor State Arbitration

The increasing flow of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) across the global region makes robust legal protection for cross-border investments essential. We offer comprehensive services across the entire lifecycle of an Investor State Arbitration case:

Pre-investment due diligence & structuring
Assessing treaties, investment contracts, national law/regulation applicable to proposed investments; advising on structuring investments to maximize protection under Investor State Arbitration frameworks.

Treaty / Contract review, drafting & negotiation
Reviewing existing investment contracts or negotiating new ones; advising on inclusion or strengthening of arbitration clauses to ensure enforceability and clarity.

Risk assessment & legal advisory
Evaluating risks relating to nationality, compliance with domestic law, regulatory environment — advising clients on how to minimize exposure to host-state action.

Claim preparation & filing
Drafting notices of arbitration, pleadings, legal arguments, evidence packages, expert reports; ensuring compliance with procedural requirements under relevant arbitration rules.

Full representation during arbitration proceedings
Acting as lead counsel for investors (or States) presenting legal arguments, managing evidence, handling hearings, cross-examination, expert testimony, and advocacy before the tribunal.

Enforcement strategy & execution
Advising and assisting clients to enforce favorable awards, including recognition in relevant jurisdictions and navigating enforcement procedures under international conventions or domestic law.

Defense & counter-claim representation (for States)
When representing a government or state-owned entity, preparing jurisdictional or admissibility objections, defending claims, and raising counter-claims (if applicable) under treaties or contracts.

Post-investment regulatory and compliance advisory
Advising investors on domestic regulatory compliance, permit and licensing issues, regulatory changes  aiming to prevent disputes; assisting States in drafting investment laws/regulations consistent with treaty obligations.

Why Choose Bhandari Law and Partners?

Bhandari Law and Partners has established a reputation as a trusted advisor to multinational entities and government bodies on complex international matters.

Deep knowledge of international investment law: Our team has strong expertise in cross-border investment law, arbitration proceedings, and is well-versed with major institutions such as ICSID and rules under UNCITRAL.

Comprehensive support across lifecycle: From pre-investment structuring and drafting contracts, to representing you through arbitration and enforcing awards  we provide full-spectrum legal support.

Client-oriented approach with strategic thinking: We focus on not only winning disputes, but safeguarding long-term interests, managing risks proactively, and advising on compliance and investment structuring.

Balanced representation for both investors and States: Whether you’re a foreign investor seeking protections, or a State / public entity aiming to structure investments or defend claims  our firm handles both sides with professionalism and fairness.

Conclusion
Investor-State Arbitration offers a powerful, internationally recognized mechanism for resolving disputes between foreign investors and states balancing investor protection with state sovereignty, and giving access to neutral, enforceable adjudication of investment-related claims.At Bhandari Law and Partners, we offer full-spectrum legal services in Investor State Arbitration  from pre-investment advisory and contract structuring to arbitration representation and enforcement of awards. With our expertise, we aim to protect investors’ rights, safeguard investments, and support states in managing liabilities.Wherever you stand  as investor or state if investment, cross-border capital, or treaty-based protections are at stake, we stand ready to guide you.

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