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UK National Security Group
We guide companies and investors through the UK’s new investment screening regime introduced by the UK National Security and Investment Act 2021 (the ...
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UK National Security Group
We guide companies and investors through the UK’s new investment screening regime introduced by the UK National Security and Investment Act 2021 (the “Act”).
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Financial Services Litigation
Capitalizing on a wealth of financial services industry experience, our litigators and regulatory lawyers have achieved outstanding results for the ...
Financial Services Litigation
Capitalizing on a wealth of financial services industry experience, our litigators and regulatory lawyers have achieved outstanding results for the world’s major financial institutions in their most complex disputes, while also providing compliance counseling to avoid litigation and regulatory risk.
Rivian IPO Underwriters Secure Appellate Victory in Securities Class Action
April.25.2025
Orrick represented the lead underwriters of Rivian’s IPO.
Payments
Fintechs and emergent technologies are revolutionizing the way businesses and individuals make and receive payments.
RegFi Episode 67: Stablecoins: The GENIUS Act Explained
by Jeremiah Buckley and Sasha Leonhardt | June.25.2025
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Supreme Court & Appellate
Equally rooted in the appellate capital of Washington, D.C., the Bay Area’s technology hub, and the financial center of New York City, Orrick’s ...
Supreme Court & Appellate
Equally rooted in the appellate capital of Washington, D.C., the Bay Area’s technology hub, and the financial center of New York City, Orrick’s Supreme Court & Appellate group is one of the most respected appellate practices in the country.
Former FTC General Counsel Anisha Dasgupta Joins Orrick’s Supreme Court & Appellate Practice
July.01.2025
Having argued more than 50 federal and state appeals, Anisha brings a distinguished record in antitrust appellate litigation, among other matters.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI technology is evolving at an exponential pace – and AI laws coming online in the US and worldwide creating opportunity and risk. Orrick's AI law ...
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI technology is evolving at an exponential pace – and AI laws coming online in the US and worldwide creating opportunity and risk. Orrick's AI law center helps your business stay on top of the latest.
What Happened to the Big Beautiful Bill’s AI Regulation Enforcement Pause?
by Shannon Yavorsky, Nicholas Farnsworth and Bianca Ponziani | July.01.2025
The Senate voted 99-1 to remove the provision from budget reconciliation bill H.R.1, leaving AI-specific state laws and regulations enforceable.
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Blockchain and Virtual Currency
Orrick's Blockchain and Virtual Currency Group is helping shape standards and governance in the global legal industry regarding the use of blockchain ...
Blockchain and Virtual Currency
Orrick's Blockchain and Virtual Currency Group is helping shape standards and governance in the global legal industry regarding the use of blockchain technology.
RegFi Episode 67: Stablecoins: The GENIUS Act Explained
by Jeremiah Buckley and Sasha Leonhardt | June.25.2025
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Technology Companies Group
Nothing inspires us more than helping tech companies develop novel strategies and push boundaries.
Technology Companies Group
Nothing inspires us more than helping tech companies develop novel strategies and push boundaries.
Cross-Border Payments: Aspora Raises Series B Financing
July.02.2025
Aspora raised $53 million of Series B funding led by Sequoia Capital and Greylock.
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Data Centers
Orrick provides data center legal solutions for energy procurement, financing and development, and security, privacy and AI.
Data Centers
Orrick provides data center legal solutions for energy procurement, financing and development, and security, privacy and AI.
Nuclear Power in the UK's 2025 Spending Review and Industrial Strategy: What Happened and What's Next?
by Alfred Weightman, Albert Yu and Caitlyn Duke | July.01.2025
Considerations on nuclear power in the UK's 2025 Spending Review and Industrial Strategy.
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International Trade & Investment
We advise major companies on international trade and investment issues, including export controls, economic sanctions, and CFIUS national security ...
International Trade & Investment
We advise major companies on international trade and investment issues, including export controls, economic sanctions, and CFIUS national security screenings.
5 Things In-House Counsel Must Know Before DOJ’s Bulk Transfer Rule Enforcement Begins
by Benjamin Hutten, Jeanine P. McGuinness and Shannon Yavorsky | July.03.2025
Companies must be able to show tangible, good-faith steps toward compliance to avoid penalties in the transition from grace period to enforcement.
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Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation
Orrick’s Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation Group partners with technology-driven companies to maximize data value, address global compliance ...
Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation
Orrick’s Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation Group partners with technology-driven companies to maximize data value, address global compliance requirements and reduce cyber risk.
Orrick Advises AXA IM Alts on Sale of 40% Stake in The Boost Society to Norges Bank Investment Management
July.04.2025
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Employment Law & Litigation
We’re known for winning some of the biggest employment cases in the tech, retail, finance and professional services sectors, often disposing of these ...
Employment Law & Litigation
We’re known for winning some of the biggest employment cases in the tech, retail, finance and professional services sectors, often disposing of these complex disputes long before trial.
Orrick Advises AXA IM Alts on Sale of 40% Stake in The Boost Society to Norges Bank Investment Management
July.04.2025
This client result is available in French only.
Practice:
- International Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
- Energy & Infrastructure
- Oil & Gas
- Latin America
Alexander Witt Senior Associate
London
Alexander has particular experience in investment claims arising out of regulatory changes to renewable energy incentive regimes and the enactment of environmental protection laws. He has represented investors, Latin American and Eastern European States in a variety of claims under domestic and international law, including high-profile and politically sensitive investment treaty cases (often involving issues of corruption).
In addition to his international arbitration experience, Alexander frequently advises clients on financial sanctions and export control issues across a range of sectors including oil & gas, infrastructure, and defence.
He is fluent in Spanish and has a good command of German. Alexander also speaks and writes on international arbitration related subjects.