Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher acts for state entities, private corporations, non-governmental organisations, and individuals on a broad range of public international law matters, including ICSID arbitrations, human rights issues, and advisory work on sanctions. Penny Madden KC is an experienced international arbitrator with a focus on telecoms, international trade, and energy disputes, while the ‘highly authoritative’ Robert Spano draws on his experience as the former president of the ECHR to advise on PIL, business law, and human rights issues. Madden and Spano jointly head the team. Ceyda Knoebel is highly recommended by clients for her ’in-depth understanding and experience of international arbitration’. Former practice co-head Cyrus Benson left the firm in May 2025.