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Jenner & Block Secures Trial Victory for Chance the Rapper
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Recognition
Jenner & Block Named Law Firm of the Year, Earned Additional Honors Across Categories by The American Lawyer 2025 Industry Awards
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Chicago Bar Association Names Jenner & Block Law Firm of the Year
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Partner James Rogers Discusses European Commission Rules Antin Award in ICLG
The European Commission has ruled that Spain's obligation to pay EUR 101 million in compensation to Antin Infrastructure Services, as required by an arbitration award rendered under the Energy Charter Treaty, constitutes unlawful and incompatible state aid under EU law. The Commission has directed Spain not to comply with the award and to resist its enforcement.
“There Is Talk of Ceasefire in Ukraine — But Russian Legal Battles Rage on in London,” The Times
In an article for The Times, Partner James Rogers
London International Arbitration Partner James Rogers contributes to BRG’s fifth-annual M&A Disputes Report. This report delves into the global landscape of M&A disputes after a year of dealmaker uncertainty, macroeconomic fluctuations, and escalating geopolitical tensions.
Recognitions
20 Jenner London Lawyers Listed on 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List of England & Wales
20 lawyers from Jenner & Block’s London Office were featured in the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List of England & Wales.
Chambers Global 2026 Recognizes Seven Jenner & Block Lawyers and Four Practices
The 2026 Chambers Global guide ranked Jenner & Block as a leading law firm in four practice areas: Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets (Band 2); Corporate Crime & Investigations (Band 3); Derivatives (Band 3); and Energy: Electricity (Regulatory & Litigation) (Band 3).
Arbitration Lexology Index Recognises Three Lawyers as Leading Arbitration Practitioners
Jenner & Block is pleased to announce that three of its International Arbitration lawyers have been recognised in the Arbitration Lexology Index Report, which highlights the leading arbitration practitioners worldwide and features lawyers, expert witnesses, and future leaders.
Publications
"International Arbitration: Highlights of 2025 and Future Trends in 2026" Law.com
Partner James Rogers, Special Counsel Ronan O’Reilly, and Associate Connor Gray discuss key developments in international arbitration in 2025 and emerging trends for 2026 in an article published by Law.com.
SEC Reverses Position on Mandatory Arbitration Clauses in IPOs
On September 17, 2025, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved a policy statement (the Statement) that allows companies to include mandatory arbitration clauses in their governing documents for investor claims, reversing its longstanding practice of prohibiting companies intending to go public from doing so.
Partner James Rogers on Post-Brexit Enforcement Uncertainty and Arbitration Surge
In a recent feature for The Law Gazette, Partner James Rogers discusses how post-Brexit legal realities have redefined cross-border dispute strategy, particularly in the arena of enforcement and arbitration.
Client Alerts
The threshold for challenging awards and their enforcement in the UK remains high, a key reason why London remains one of the busiest arbitration venues in the world and a key jurisdiction for the enforcement of arbitral awards, including those against state entities. As such, there are several prominent enforcement cases pending in England which are testing the scope of the State Immunity Act 1978 (the “SIA”). In the latest decision,1 Sir William Blair, sitting as a Judge of the High Court, has
The English Arbitration Act - Key Changes and Implications for Businesses
On 24 February 2025, the Arbitration Act 2025 received Royal Assent, bringing into effect long-touted amendments to the English Arbitration Act 1996 (the “1996 Act”). This soft-touch reform introduces several changes aimed at enhancing the efficiency and adaptability of the arbitration process, solidifying London’s position as a leading hub for international dispute resolution.
The Yukos Saga Continues: English Court of Appeal Rejects Russian Plea of Sovereign Immunity
As all eyes focus on peace talks and the future of the Russia/Ukraine conflict, Russia recently suffered another defeat in the long running Yukos saga, with the English Court of Appeal confirming that Russia could not invoke immunity against enforcement of the infamous Yukos award.
Events
Global Disputes Summit, London Edition
Join London International Arbitration Partner James Rogers at the Global Disputes Summit (GDS) on 2 July for a morning panel session on “The do’s and don’ts of choosing and using an expert in International Arbitration.” During this session, James will share his insights alongside other panellists.