Savoie Arbitration, established in 2016, is a boutique law firm based in Paris, France, specializing in international dispute resolution. The firm represents clients in arbitration and international litigation, offering counsel on cross-border issues such as public international law, foreign investment promotion laws and treaties, as well as international enforcement and asset tracing. The team comprises professionals with experience from top-tier law firms and high-profile institutions, dedicated to delivering high-end services through a flexible and tailored approach.
The firm's expertise encompasses investment treaty arbitration, international commercial arbitration, cross-border litigation, and advising states, international organizations, and NGOs. Notable cases include serving as lead counsel to Latvian investors in the first-ever investment treaty claim against Norway, representing Romania in UNCITRAL claims under the Canada-Romania and US-Romania BITs, and acting as co-lead counsel for an Asian government in its inaugural investment treaty claim. Additionally, Savoie Arbitration has advised on the negotiation of 15 bilateral investment treaties and the investment chapter of the Canada-Europe Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
Under the leadership of founding partner Pierre-Olivier Savoie, the firm emphasizes a client-centric approach, remaining at the forefront of innovation in international dispute resolution and international law. The team's commitment to excellence is reflected in their extensive experience and successful track record in high-stakes arbitrations and negotiations, ensuring clients receive informed and effective representation in complex international disputes.
