To mark the start of the new term, the Arbitration Pole of the AAPDI Young Researchers Section is offering an online seminar on Friday, 20th September 2020 on “The limits of uniform law in the enforcement of international arbitral awards.”
Caroline Duclercq will speak on “The limits of the application of the 1958 New York Convention to the enforcement of international arbitral awards” ; Oumar Bah and Baptiste Rigaudeau and Dr. Marius Amouzon will also speak on the subject.
Participation is free but required via the following link:
To mark the back-to-office season, Caroline DUCLERCQ provides a detailed analysis of the latest case law concerning the exercise by the debtor of its right to withdrawal following the assignment of contested claims in an article published in Les Cahiers de l'Arbitrage, 2024-2, p. 477 et seq.
This article focuses on two major decisions rendered on February 28, 2024 in which the French Supreme Court put an end to a 15-year saga by redefining the conditions under which the debtor’s right of withdrawal may be exercised in the context of judicial proceedings against international arbitration awards.
We extend our sincere thanks to Charles Kaplan, Charles Nairac, and Priscille Pedone for their trust.
Medici continues to expand with the arrival of Maria Mironova, who joins the firm as an associate.
Prior to joining Medici, Maria practiced international arbitration and cross-border litigation with two Anglo-Saxon law firms in Paris. She has acted in commercial and investment arbitration proceedings governed by the rules of the main institutions (ICC, PCA, ICSID...) or ad hoc, in a variety of industrial sectors. In her investment arbitration practice, Maria has advised both governments and investors.
Maria's litigation experience notably includes the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments, as well as obtaining provisional measures in complex proceedings involving multiple jurisdictions. In 2017, Maria also worked as an international tax law consultant with an international consulting firm in Moscow.
Maria holds an LL.M. in Transnational Arbitration and Dispute Settlement from the Institut d'études politiques de Paris (Sciences Po). Before moving to France, Maria also obtained a Master 2 in International Financial Law and a Bachelor's degree in International Law from the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO).
Medici is proud to announce the nomination of its partners Marie-Laure Bizeau, Valence Borgia, and Caroline Duclercq in the Best Lawyers in France 2025 rankings for their expertise in the "Arbitration and Mediation" category. Caroline Duclercq and Marie-Laure Bizeau are also listed in this ranking as Best Lawyers in the "International Arbitration" category, and Valence Borgia in the "Litigation" category.
Caroline Duclercq, Marie-Laure Bizeau, and Valence Borgia are also featured in the "Arbitration" category of the Who’s Who Legal 2024 ranking.
Additionally, the firm is recognized by the 2024 edition of Legal 500 Paris in the "Dispute Resolution: International Arbitration" category.
These recognitions are the result of the collective work of all the firm's lawyers, whom we sincerely thank! We also warmly thank our clients and peers for their trust.
This intensive 2-day program, organised by ICC Arbitration, is tailored for legal professionals aiming to sharpen their arbitration skills. A diverse range of topics including Effective Management of the Procedure and Practical Cases on Conducting Hearings and Discussions were explored.
Caroline shared insights on : authorizing new claims, non-signatory parties, and intervening parties.
The following speakers were also present to enrich discussions and share their experiences: Sylvie Bebohi Ebongo, Pierre Daureu, Diamana Diawara, Perrial Jean Nyodog and Habibatou Touré.
Whilst the firm is getting to celebrate its 4th anniversary in one month, we are particularly proud to have been ranked:
- excellent in both “Dispute resolution - International arbitration” and “Africa Desk - International arbitration and litigation”.
- highly recommended in “Promotion & construction - Construction litigation (including insurance)”, “Dispute resolution - Commercial litigation” and “Public Law - PPP contracts: mid-cap structuring”.
This recognition is a true honor, and we look forward to continuing to deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Thanks to all the team for the incredible efforts, dedication and enthusiasm. We would also like to express our heartfelt appreciation to our clients and peers for their continued trust.
Medici is proud to announce that it has been recognized for the first time by Chambers and Partners and ranked in both Chambers Global and Chambers Europe 2024 for International Arbitration.
It is truly humbling to see our law firm listed alongside the leading firms in international arbitration, within just a few years since its creation. This achievement is a significant milestone especially given that Chamber’s recognition is based on authentic client feedback.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our valued clients and esteemed peers for taking the time to respond to Chambers’ questions and interviews and for their constant support.
Thanks to all the team for the incredible efforts, dedication and enthusiasm.
Medici is proud to announce that its three partners have once again been recognised in the prestigious Who's Who Legal: Arbitration, 2024 ranking.
Caroline Duclercq is listed in the "Recommended" category (Global Guide) as a "Recommended Practitioner". Marie-Laure Bizeau and Valence Borgia continue to be recognised as "Future Leaders" (Global Guide). Marie-Laure Bizeau, Valence Borgia and Caroline Duclercq also feature in the "Recommended" category (France, National guide) as "Recommended Practitioner".
The nominations for Who's Who Legal are made by peers and clients, international arbitrators and lawyers, confirming Medici's position as a leading law firm specialising in international arbitration.
These awards are the result of the work of the entire team at the firm, to whom we extend our sincere thanks. The firm would also like to warmly thank its clients and peers for their trust and recommendations.
Medici continues its growth with the arrival of Valérie Kasparian, who has joined the firm as an associate.
Valérie brings a deep legal expertise in peri-arbitral litigation, commercial litigation, and international commercial arbitration. Valérie will play a crucial role in reinforcing our arbitration practice in the Middle East and North Africa region by leveraging her proficiency in the Arabic language and her extensive knowledge of the legal landscape of the MENA region to ensure the highest standards of legal representation.
Prior to joining Medici, Valérie practiced in the fields of commercial litigation and international commercial arbitration. She was involved in complex business disputes and assisted venture capital funds and companies in the technology, science and media sectors in resolving shareholder disputes, disputes between shareholders and directors, as well as in resolving their day-to-day business disputes (breach of contract, unfair competition, termination of commercial relations, product suspensions and merchant account suspensions on online marketplaces).
Valérie is a member of the Paris and Beirut Bars and holds a Master in International Private Law and International Commercial Law from the University of Paris II Panthéon-Assas and a Bachelor of Laws from Saint-Joseph University of Beirut.
Medici is delighted to announce that it has been ranked by the Décideurs Magazine (Leaders League group) for its “renowned practice” in “Promotion & Construction. Construction litigation (including insurance)”.
The Medici team thanks their clients and peers for their trust.
