Aimee-Jane Lee

Aimee-Jane Lee

International Counsel, Debevoise & Plimpton

Highlights

  • Noted by The Legal 500 UK as a Rising Star and “an exceptional talent”
  • Has passed Levels I, II and III of the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) exams
  • Who’s Who Legal (2023) global leader for arbitration

Description

Aimee-Jane Lee is an international counsel in Debevoise & Plimpton’s International Dispute Resolution Group and is based in London. Her practice focuses on international commercial arbitration and litigation, and public international law.

Ms. Lee has advised private clients and states across multiple jurisdictions (notably in Asia, Africa and Eastern Europe) and a number of industries. She has represented clients in arbitrations conducted under the auspices of the main institutions and governed by a variety of substantive and procedural legal systems.

Noted by The Legal 500 UK as “an exceptional talent,” Ms. Lee is recommended for International Arbitration and Public International Law in the 2024 edition of the guide. The guide notes that she is “one of the maximum horsepower intellects in the firm as a whole, and can be trusted to bring true excellence to her matters.” She has also been described as “the superstar in the group,” who is “whip smart and has excellent attention to detail.” She is recommended for Public International Law in Chambers UK (2024), where she is described as “exceptional and a really standout lawyer” who is “goal-oriented and makes arguments in a strong and concise manner.” Sources have also said she is “brilliant,” “she is very strong and runs cases with perfect footwork” and she is “an outstanding individual. She is fantastic - extremely able and very impressive in action.”

In addition to her legal experience, Ms. Lee has passed Levels 1, 2 and 3 of the CFA exams (Chartered Financial Analyst). She is therefore particularly proficient in assisting with quantum-related aspects of disputes and liaising with quantum experts.

Specialisms

  • Financial Services & Markets
  • Private Equity
  • Energy
  • Mining
  • Telecoms

Education

  • CFA Institute, 2014, CFA Program Levels I, II & III
  • BPP Law School, 2004, L.P.C.
  • University of Cambridge, 2003, B.A. Law
  • University of Oxford, 2001, B.A. Philosophy, Politics and Economics