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Julian Lex
CORPORATE LITIGATION & INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION
With over three decades of experience at the nexus of global commerce and law, Julian Lex specializes in resolving high-stakes disputes for Fortune 500 conglomerates and sovereign states. His approach combines forensic precision with a master-class in strategic diplomacy.
IN CLIENT SETTLEMENTS
SUCCESSFULLY REPRESENTED
LEGAL PRACTICE AUTHORITY
GLOBAL REACH
BIOGRAPHY
Julian Lex's career began in the rigorous courts of London, where he quickly earned a reputation for dismantling complex financial fraud schemes. His transition to international arbitration saw him leading some of the most significant cross-border disputes of the last century.
As the founding partner of Lex & Partners, he has cultivated an environment where legal strategy is treated with the same reverence as art. He serves as an advisor to several global central banks and is a frequent keynote speaker at the Davos World Economic Forum.
Today, Mr. Lex remains active in the firm's most critical litigation, personally overseeing the strategy for every case that enters the chambers. His commitment to client discretion and procedural integrity has made him the silent partner for the world's most influential entities.
AT A GLANCE
EDUCATION
EDUCATION
BAR ADMISSION
New York, 1994
LANGUAGES
English, French, German
OFFICE
London / Zurich
RANKED
Lead Counsel
CORE EXPERTISE
Corporate Litigation
Defense of multinational corporations incomplex liability and contractual disputesacross global markets.
Corporate Litigation
Defense of multinational corporations incomplex liability and contractual disputesacross global markets.
Corporate Litigation
Defense of multinational corporations incomplex liability and contractual disputesacross global markets.
Corporate Litigation
Defense of multinational corporations incomplex liability and contractual disputesacross global markets.
Corporate Litigation
Defense of multinational corporations incomplex liability and contractual disputesacross global markets.
Corporate Litigation
Defense of multinational corporations incomplex liability and contractual disputesacross global markets.
1994
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Harvard Law School, Magna Cum Laude
1991
M.A. in International Relations
University of Oxford, Rhodes Scholar
1989
B.A. in Political Science
Yale University
Chambers Global
BAND 1: DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Legal 500
HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE
Global Arbitration
LAWYER OF THE YEAR 2022
Who’s Who Legal
GLOBAL ELITE THOUGHT LEADER
ARBITRATION SETTLEMENT
Sovereign State v. Energy Conglomerate
Lead counsel representing a Southeast Asian state in an UNCITRAL arbitration regarding oil exploration rights and environmental remediation liabilities.
FULL CASE STUDY
HOSTILE TAKEOVER BLOCKED
Global Tech Acquisition Defense
Devised a multi-jurisdictional defense strategy for a NASDAQ-listed technology firm against an aggressive $28B acquisition attempt.
FULL CASE STUDY
For urgent inquiries regarding high-stakes litigation or
international advisory, contact Mr. Lex's executive assistant.
PRIMARY OFFICE
15 St James's Square, London SW1Y 4JU
SECURED EMAIL
j.lex@lexpartners.com
