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Wednesday
25 March
2026
18:30 to 22:00
IN PERSON
BY INVITATION ONLY
[Social]

Sovereigns Strike Back: War Stories from the front lines of high-stakes arbitration

Wednesday 25 March 2026
18:30 to 22:00
Logo partner

Presentation

Over dinner and candid conversation (Chatham House Rules), Gibson Dunn partners will share their behind-the-scenes war stories of the tactical playbook sovereigns deploy in high-stakes disputes—including fraud and corruption allegations and other procedural tactics—and how tribunals and courts across key forums respond.

Time: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

*Please note that this event is by invitation only.

Host Speakers

Eric BOUFFARD
Partner
Gibson Dunn
Penny MADDEN KC
Partner
Gibson Dunn
Piers PLUMPTRE
Partner
Gibson Dunn

Venue


16 Avenue Matignon
75008 Paris

Participation in this event is by invitation only. No online or email registration. 

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