Shearman & Sterling is pleased to announce that Garreth Wong has joined the firm as an International Arbitration partner in London. Prior to joining Shearman & Sterling Garreth was a partner at Bird & Bird.

Garreth brings broad experience spanning disputes relating to joint venture and shareholder agreements, mergers & acquisitions, foreign investment, construction and engineering, telecommunications, oil & gas and renewable energy, natural resources and mining, aviation, financial services, sports, technology and pharmaceuticals.

Garreth represents clients in high-value complex commercial and investment treaty arbitrations under all leading arbitration rules and a wide variety of national laws.

“Garreth’s arrival further strengthens our world-renowned International Arbitration group,” said David Beveridge, Senior Partner at Shearman & Sterling. “His focus on high-value, complex cross border disputes perfectly complements our existing offering. His appointment is indicative of our commitment to invest in key areas that help us to continue to deliver the best possible service to our clients.”

Commenting on Garreth’s appointment, Emmanuel Gaillard, Global Head of Disputes and of the firm’s International Arbitration Practice said, “Garreth’s deep knowledge of the U.K. International Arbitration market, combined with his experience in multi-jurisdictional cases creates perfect synergies with our existing offering. His recognition as a first-rate advocate with broad experience means he will be a great fit for our team and well positioned to support our global clients.”

Garreth Wong added, “I have long known about and admired Shearman & Sterling’s preeminent International Arbitration practice. It is a real honor to join such a stellar team. Their strengths in supporting organizations facing critical challenges, and their focus on complex high-value cross-border disputes, are a great fit with the practice I have been developing. I very much look forward to contributing to the practice.”