International
International
Arbitrator
& Counsel
Arbitrator
& Counsel
Arbitrator
& Counsel
International arbitration lawyer with over 15 years of legal experience, resolving complex disputes with expertise, precision and cross-cultural expertise.
International arbitration lawyer with over 15 years of legal experience, resolving complex disputes with expertise, precision and cross-cultural expertise.
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Independent
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Based
in
Paris
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Strategic Thinker
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Independent
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Based
in
Paris
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Strategic Thinker
Experience
You can rely on
Experience
You can rely on
Experience
You can rely on
Delivering the quality and rigour of big law experience while maintaining transparent and client-focused fees.
Delivering the quality and rigour of big law experience while maintaining transparent and client-focused fees.
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Arbitrator & Counsel
Having acted as counsel and arbitrator, I anticipate what matters to tribunals while presenting clients’ cases.
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Arbitrator & Counsel
Having acted as counsel and arbitrator, I anticipate what matters to tribunals while presenting clients’ cases.
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Arbitrator & Counsel
Having acted as counsel and arbitrator, I anticipate what matters to tribunals while presenting clients’ cases.
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Global Reach
Rooted in Paris and a practice across Europe, Türkiye, Central Asia, and beyond, I navigate global disputes with ease.
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Global Reach
Rooted in Paris and a practice across Europe, Türkiye, Central Asia, and beyond, I navigate global disputes with ease.
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Global Reach
Rooted in Paris and a practice across Europe, Türkiye, Central Asia, and beyond, I navigate global disputes with ease.
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Ethical Commitment
Grounded in strong values of independence, fairness and transparency, I ensure trust and balance in every role I undertake.
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Ethical Commitment
Grounded in strong values of independence, fairness and transparency, I ensure trust and balance in every role I undertake.
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Ethical Commitment
Grounded in strong values of independence, fairness and transparency, I ensure trust and balance in every role I undertake.
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Multilingual
Fluent in English, French, Ukrainian, Russian and conversant in Turkish, I ensure clarity across borders.
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Multilingual
Fluent in English, French, Ukrainian, Russian and conversant in Turkish, I ensure clarity across borders.
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Multilingual
Fluent in English, French, Ukrainian, Russian and conversant in Turkish, I ensure clarity across borders.
Anna's expertise in arbitration is unparalleled; her insights have transformed our approach to dispute resolution.
Who's Who Legal
Service
Tailored for you
Service
Tailored for you
Service
Tailored for you
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Case Assessment
A fast, decision-ready brief so management can choose go, settle or finance.
Scope and facts map
Jurisdiction and admissibility matrix
Claim and defense scenarios with win-loss ranges
Budget and timetable with key milestones
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Case Strategy
I provide comprehensive support from pre-litigation preparation to representation during arbitral proceedings.
Helping clients anticipate and navigate legal challenges
Building strategies tailored to each case and client objective
Clearly and effectively presenting interests before arbitral tribunals
Ensuring clients feel confident, well-prepared, and strongly represented
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Co-Counsel
I accept co-counsel mandates with international and local firms.
Second-chair or specialist role on jurisdiction, procedure, evidence or enforcement
Drafting and argument support for written submissions and hearings
Coordination with experts, funders and investigation teams
Clear workstream splits, timelines and budgeting; one point of contact
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Counsel Coordination
Seamless teamwork across jurisdictions.
Selection of a suitable lead or local counsel as well as
Build and manage a blended team
Align workstreams, budget and deadlines
One point of contact and clear reporting
(05)
Second Opinion
A tight, independent review of pleadings or strategy before critical filings.
Risk matrix and likely tribunal reactions
Alternative pleading routes and procedural options
Practical edits to submissions and evidence plans
(06)
Funding Advisory
Everything needed to speak with funders with confidence.
Data room checklist and document curation
Investment memo for funders
Support on term-sheet structure and negotiations
(07)
Post-Arbitration Processes
Focused support at the critical enforcement and annulment stages.
Recognition and enforcement strategies
Asset tracing, interim relief and recovery steps
Annulment or set-aside proceedings and settlement leverage
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Arbitrator Appointments
I accept appointments as a sole, co-, and presiding arbitrator and and conduct proceedings and draft awards in English, French, Russian, and Ukrainian..
Sole, co- and presiding appointments
Experience under ICC, ICSID, UNCITRAL, SCC, VIAC, ISTAC rules
Independence and availability on request
Languages: EN, FR, RU
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Training and Seminars
Practical, in-house programs tailored to your team.
Drafting and stress-testing arbitration clauses
Case management for in-house counsel
Evidence, experts and remote hearings
Settlement
(01)
Case Assessment
A fast, decision-ready brief so management can choose go, settle or finance.
Scope and facts map
Jurisdiction and admissibility matrix
Claim and defense scenarios with win-loss ranges
Budget and timetable with key milestones
(02)
Case Strategy
I provide comprehensive support from pre-litigation preparation to representation during arbitral proceedings.
Helping clients anticipate and navigate legal challenges
Building strategies tailored to each case and client objective
Clearly and effectively presenting interests before arbitral tribunals
Ensuring clients feel confident, well-prepared, and strongly represented
(03)
Co-Counsel
I accept co-counsel mandates with international and local firms.
Second-chair or specialist role on jurisdiction, procedure, evidence or enforcement
Drafting and argument support for written submissions and hearings
Coordination with experts, funders and investigation teams
Clear workstream splits, timelines and budgeting; one point of contact
(04)
Counsel Coordination
Seamless teamwork across jurisdictions.
Selection of a suitable lead or local counsel as well as
Build and manage a blended team
Align workstreams, budget and deadlines
One point of contact and clear reporting
(05)
Second Opinion
A tight, independent review of pleadings or strategy before critical filings.
Risk matrix and likely tribunal reactions
Alternative pleading routes and procedural options
Practical edits to submissions and evidence plans
(06)
Funding Advisory
Everything needed to speak with funders with confidence.
Data room checklist and document curation
Investment memo for funders
Support on term-sheet structure and negotiations
(07)
Post-Arbitration Processes
Focused support at the critical enforcement and annulment stages.
Recognition and enforcement strategies
Asset tracing, interim relief and recovery steps
Annulment or set-aside proceedings and settlement leverage
(08)
Arbitrator Appointments
I accept appointments as a sole, co-, and presiding arbitrator and and conduct proceedings and draft awards in English, French, Russian, and Ukrainian..
Sole, co- and presiding appointments
Experience under ICC, ICSID, UNCITRAL, SCC, VIAC, ISTAC rules
Independence and availability on request
Languages: EN, FR, RU
(09)
Training and Seminars
Practical, in-house programs tailored to your team.
Drafting and stress-testing arbitration clauses
Case management for in-house counsel
Evidence, experts and remote hearings
Settlement
(01)
Case Assessment
A fast, decision-ready brief so management can choose go, settle or finance.
Scope and facts map
Jurisdiction and admissibility matrix
Claim and defense scenarios with win-loss ranges
Budget and timetable with key milestones
(02)
Case Strategy
I provide comprehensive support from pre-litigation preparation to representation during arbitral proceedings.
Helping clients anticipate and navigate legal challenges
Building strategies tailored to each case and client objective
Clearly and effectively presenting interests before arbitral tribunals
Ensuring clients feel confident, well-prepared, and strongly represented
(03)
Co-Counsel
I accept co-counsel mandates with international and local firms.
Second-chair or specialist role on jurisdiction, procedure, evidence or enforcement
Drafting and argument support for written submissions and hearings
Coordination with experts, funders and investigation teams
Clear workstream splits, timelines and budgeting; one point of contact
(04)
Counsel Coordination
Seamless teamwork across jurisdictions.
Selection of a suitable lead or local counsel as well as
Build and manage a blended team
Align workstreams, budget and deadlines
One point of contact and clear reporting
(05)
Second Opinion
A tight, independent review of pleadings or strategy before critical filings.
Risk matrix and likely tribunal reactions
Alternative pleading routes and procedural options
Practical edits to submissions and evidence plans
(06)
Funding Advisory
Everything needed to speak with funders with confidence.
Data room checklist and document curation
Investment memo for funders
Support on term-sheet structure and negotiations
(07)
Post-Arbitration Processes
Focused support at the critical enforcement and annulment stages.
Recognition and enforcement strategies
Asset tracing, interim relief and recovery steps
Annulment or set-aside proceedings and settlement leverage
(08)
Arbitrator Appointments
I accept appointments as a sole, co-, and presiding arbitrator and and conduct proceedings and draft awards in English, French, Russian, and Ukrainian..
Sole, co- and presiding appointments
Experience under ICC, ICSID, UNCITRAL, SCC, VIAC, ISTAC rules
Independence and availability on request
Languages: EN, FR, RU
(09)
Training and Seminars
Practical, in-house programs tailored to your team.
Drafting and stress-testing arbitration clauses
Case management for in-house counsel
Evidence, experts and remote hearings
Settlement
Each of these services is delivered with a commitment to professionalism, client-focused approach and in-depth expertise in international arbitration and legal counsel.
Each of these services is delivered with a commitment to professionalism, client-focused approach and in-depth expertise in international arbitration and legal counsel.
Proven Success
in Dispute Resolution
Proven Success
in Dispute Resolution
Proven Success
in Dispute Resolution
Clients value my ability to develop clear strategies, anticipate challenges and deliver results in complex cross-border disputes.
I serve as an arbitrator with a commitment to fairness and cross-cultural insight, delivering awards that combine legal precision with efficiency and enforceability.
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cases as counsel and arbitrator.
cases as counsel and arbitrator.
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years of legal practice.
years of legal practice.
Arbitration Rules
I have acted in cases under various frameworks.
ICC
SCC
ISTAC
ICSID
UNCITRAL
Ad Hoc
Arbitration Rules
I have acted in cases under various frameworks.
ICC
SCC
ISTAC
ICSID
UNCITRAL
Ad Hoc
Arbitration Rules
I have acted in cases under various frameworks.
ICC
SCC
ISTAC
ICSID
UNCITRAL
Ad Hoc
Applicable Laws
Applicable Laws
My cases have applied across a wide spectrum of laws.
My cases have applied across a wide spectrum of laws.
English
French
Russian
Ukrainian
Turkish
Kyrgyz
Kazakh
Uzbek
Applicable Laws
My cases have applied across a wide spectrum of laws.
English
French
Russian
Ukrainian
Turkish
Kyrgyz
Kazakh
Uzbek
Memberships
Co-President
Co-President
Co-President
Member of the VIAC Legal Tech Think Tank
Member of the VIAC Legal Tech Think Tank
Member of the VIAC Legal Tech Think Tank
Representative for Europe and Central Asia
Representative for Europe and Central Asia
Representative for Europe and Central Asia
Member of the Working group on Arbitration
and Artificial Intelligence
Member of the Working group on Arbitration
and Artificial Intelligence
Member of the Working group on Arbitration
and Artificial Intelligence
Co-Chair, GAR Live Turkic Region
Co-Chair, GAR Live Turkic Region
Co-Chair, GAR Live Turkic Region
Member of the Board
Member of the Board
Member of the Board
Executive Committee Member;
Coordinator of the Mentorship Programme
Executive Committee Member;
Coordinator of the Mentorship Programme
Executive Committee Member;
Coordinator of the Mentorship Programme
Co-Chair, Baltic Arbitration Days
Co-Chair, Baltic Arbitration Days
Co-Chair, Baltic Arbitration Days
Committee on Alternative Dispute Resolution
Ukrainian National Bar Association
Committee on Alternative Dispute Resolution
Ukrainian National Bar Association
Committee on Alternative Dispute Resolution
Ukrainian National Bar Association
Recognitions
Over the Years
Recognitions
Over the Years
Recognitions
Over the Years
"She is flexible and able to adapt her approach to suit the unique circumstances of each case”
Lexology Index
2025
"In a short amount of time, Anna has made tremendous strides as an independent arbitrator, I expect great things from her"
Lexology Index
2025
“Her meticulous attention to detail ensures that every aspect of the case is thoroughly considered”
Lexology Index
2025
“The ‘smart and diligent’ Anna Guillard Sazhko performs well this year and is ‘always in high demand’ due to her ‘natural leadership skills and her ability to think critically with business awareness’”
Who’s Who Legal
2025
"One of the brightest arbitration practitioners in the market focusing on Eastern European disputes. Her knowledge of investment law and arbitration is second to none”
Who’s Who Legal
2025
Winner of the Lexology’s Client Choice Award 2021 for Arbitration – France
Lexology Index
2021
Arbitration Future Leaders
Who’s Who Legal
2021-2023
Recognitions
(7)
"She is flexible and able to adapt her approach to suit the unique circumstances of each case”
Lexology Index
2025
"In a short amount of time, Anna has made tremendous strides as an independent arbitrator, I expect great things from her"
Lexology Index
2025
“Her meticulous attention to detail ensures that every aspect of the case is thoroughly considered”
Lexology Index
2025
“The ‘smart and diligent’ Anna Guillard Sazhko performs well this year and is ‘always in high demand’ due to her ‘natural leadership skills and her ability to think critically with business awareness’”
Who’s Who Legal
2025
"One of the brightest arbitration practitioners in the market focusing on Eastern European disputes. Her knowledge of investment law and arbitration is second to none”
Who’s Who Legal
2025
Winner of the Lexology’s Client Choice Award 2021 for Arbitration – France
Lexology Index
2021
Arbitration Future Leaders
Who’s Who Legal
2021-2023
Recognitions
(7)
"She is flexible and able to adapt her approach to suit the unique circumstances of each case”
Lexology Index
2025
"In a short amount of time, Anna has made tremendous strides as an independent arbitrator, I expect great things from her"
Lexology Index
2025
“Her meticulous attention to detail ensures that every aspect of the case is thoroughly considered”
Lexology Index
2025
“The ‘smart and diligent’ Anna Guillard Sazhko performs well this year and is ‘always in high demand’ due to her ‘natural leadership skills and her ability to think critically with business awareness’”
Who’s Who Legal
2025
"One of the brightest arbitration practitioners in the market focusing on Eastern European disputes. Her knowledge of investment law and arbitration is second to none”
Who’s Who Legal
2025
Winner of the Lexology’s Client Choice Award 2021 for Arbitration – France
Lexology Index
2021
Arbitration Future Leaders
Who’s Who Legal
2021-2023
Recognitions
(7)
"She is flexible and able to adapt her approach to suit the unique circumstances of each case”
Lexology Index
2025
"In a short amount of time, Anna has made tremendous strides as an independent arbitrator, I expect great things from her"
Lexology Index
2025
“Her meticulous attention to detail ensures that every aspect of the case is thoroughly considered”
Lexology Index
2025
“The ‘smart and diligent’ Anna Guillard Sazhko performs well this year and is ‘always in high demand’ due to her ‘natural leadership skills and her ability to think critically with business awareness’”
Who’s Who Legal
2025
"One of the brightest arbitration practitioners in the market focusing on Eastern European disputes. Her knowledge of investment law and arbitration is second to none”
Who’s Who Legal
2025
Winner of the Lexology’s Client Choice Award 2021 for Arbitration – France
Lexology Index
2021
Arbitration Future Leaders
Who’s Who Legal
2021-2023
Recognitions
(7)
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paris - 2025
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ALMATY - 2025
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Astana - 2025
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paris - 2025
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ALMATY - 2025
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Astana - 2025
Thoughts
Leadership
Thoughts
Leadership
Thoughts
Leadership
Istanbul - 2024
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Bishkek - 2024
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Vienna - 2024
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Almaty - 2025
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Paris - 2025
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Astana - 2025
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Istanbul - 2024
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Bishkek - 2024
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Vienna - 2024
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Almaty - 2025
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Paris - 2025
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Astana - 2025
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How Can I
Help You?
How Can I
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