Dispute Advisory
&
Advocacy
Strategic advice and representation in complex international disputes before, during and after arbitration.
Clients engage Aija Lejniece at different stages of the dispute lifecycle, from early strategic advice and dispute prevention to representation in arbitration proceedings and post-award enforcement strategy.
Her practice combines deep arbitration expertise with a flexible structure that allows specialised international teams to be assembled depending on the needs of each dispute.
Lead Counsel in International Arbitration
Aija Lejniece represents clients as lead counsel in complex international arbitration proceedings involving investors, corporates and sovereign entities.
Her experience includes disputes under the rules of major arbitral institutions including ICSID, ICC, SCC, LCIA and HKIAC, as well as ad hoc proceedings under the UNCITRAL Rules.
Representation includes the full lifecycle of arbitration proceedings, from initial case assessment through written submissions, hearings and post-award strategy.
Co-Counsel and Strategic Support
In complex international disputes, Aija frequently collaborates with other law firms and arbitration teams as co-counsel or strategic advisor.
This includes providing specialised expertise on arbitration strategy, legal analysis, drafting of submissions and preparation for hearings.
Such collaboration allows dispute teams to integrate focused arbitration expertise while maintaining the broader team structure of the instructing firm.
Pre-Dispute Advisory
Early strategic advice can often shape the trajectory of a dispute long before formal proceedings begin.
Aija advises clients on dispute risk assessment, arbitration clause design, negotiation strategy and dispute-sensitive aspects of cross-border commercial agreements.
This may include review and drafting of dispute resolution clauses, contractual risk analysis and regulatory considerations relevant to potential disputes.
Third-Party Funding Case Assessment
Aija advises claimants and litigation funders on the assessment of potential arbitration claims.
This includes analysis of jurisdiction, merits, damages and enforcement prospects, as well as strategic considerations relevant to third-party funding structures.
Such assessments help determine whether a dispute is suitable for funding and how a claim may best be structured.
Award Enforcement and Multi-Jurisdiction Strategy
International disputes often continue beyond the arbitral award stage.
Aija advises on award enforcement strategies and the coordination of proceedings across multiple jurisdictions, including annulment proceedings and recognition actions.
Working with specialised court practitioners in key jurisdictions, she helps ensure that enforcement strategies are aligned with the overall dispute framework.
Independent Strategic Advice
Clients and law firms occasionally seek independent strategic advice on complex disputes.
Aija provides confidential second opinions, early case evaluations and strategic input on arbitration planning, settlement considerations and dispute management.
Cross-Border Legal Coordination
International clients and investors occasionally require legal assistance in jurisdictions where they are unfamiliar with the legal system or language.
Where appropriate, Aija assists in identifying and coordinating with trusted local counsel and facilitating communication across jurisdictions.
This may include supporting clients in structuring cross-border legal teams and ensuring that advice from local specialists is integrated into an overall strategic framework.
Engagement Models
Clients engage the practice in different ways depending on the needs of the dispute. These may include:
Lead counsel representation in arbitration proceedings
Co-counsel roles within larger international dispute teams
Strategic advisory mandates on arbitration and dispute risk
Independent case assessment for investors or litigation funders
This flexible model allows dispute teams to be structured efficiently while ensuring that clients benefit from experienced strategic oversight.
Fee arrangements are discussed on a case-by-case basis and may include phased or alternative structures depending on the nature of the matter and the needs of the client.
For enquiries regarding representation, strategic advice or potential disputes, please contact the practice.