Introduction
Elinor Thomas is a counsel in our dispute resolution practice
Elinor specialises in the resolution of complex cross border disputes, and has particular expertise in international commercial arbitration and investment arbitration.
Elinor acts for clients across a range of sectors, including oil, gas, power and renewable energy, mining, technology and communications, pharmaceutical and construction and engineering. In addition to disputes concerning high value natural resources and telecommunications projects, she regularly advises on shareholder and joint venture disputes and disputes arising out of M&A transactions. As an international arbitration specialist, she has acted in arbitrations under all of the major arbitration rules, including the ICC, LCIA, SCC, UNCITRAL and ICSID.
Elinor is also experienced in other forms of dispute resolution, having acted in mediations, expert determinations and court proceedings.
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