Thomas Stouten
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Thomas specialises in international arbitration under the auspices of the ICC, LCIA, SIAC, DIAC, UNCITRAL, ICSID, UNUM, and NAI and also court litigation, including post-arbitration litigation (both in the Netherlands and on the Dutch Carribbean). He has extensive experience in complex disputes, often with multi-jurisdictional aspects, covering a broad range of issues arising from both commercial and corporate transactions. Because of his international law practice, Thomas also worked in both the New York and London offices of Houthoff.
The ICC World Council appointed Thomas as member of the ICC Court of International Arbitration in Paris for the Netherlands. Legal 500 has recognised Thomas as Next Generation Partner in the field of Arbitration law.
The ICC World Council appointed Thomas as member of the ICC Court of International Arbitration in Paris for the Netherlands. Legal 500 has recognised Thomas as Next Generation Partner in the field of Arbitration law.
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“One client stated that 'Thomas definitely is one of the stellar lawyers in the Dutch arbitration world. His track record is impressive and so are his advocacy skills'.”Chambers Global & Europe, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Counsel (2024 Edition) -
Next Generation PartnerLegal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2024 Edition)
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"A client mentions: ‘Thomas Stouten definitely stands out as a leader. He is a razor-sharp lawyer, with a very strong personality that helps in both hearings and negotiations. Thomas will always go the extra mile for his clients, leading to outstanding results’."Legal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2024 Edition)
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Up and ComingChambers Global & Europe, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Counsel (2023 Edition)
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"A client says: 'Thomas Stouten is a razor-sharp lawyer who is very responsive and gets to the heart of our matters very quickly'."Chambers Global & Europe, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Counsel (2023 Edition)
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"One client mentioned: ‘Thomas Stouten is a leading individual in the arbitration society. He is likeable and easy to work with, while his expertise on arbitration law is unparalleled. He clearly is the lawyer you want on your side'."Legal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2023 Edition)
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Next Generation PartnerLegal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2023 Edition)
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“A client describes Thomas Stouten as ‘smart, collegiate and very pleasant to work with’.”Legal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2022 Edition)
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“Thomas Stouten has a good grasp both of the legal aspects and the commercial aspects underlying a case.”Legal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2022 Edition)
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“Thomas Stouten is a one-of-a-kind specialist, moreover a real pleasure to work with. A most promising arbitration specialist with a next level approach on arbitration.”Legal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2021 Edition)
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“Thomas Stouten is a rising star in the field, someone to watch.”Legal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2021 Edition)
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Next Generation PartnerLegal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2021 Edition)
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“Thomas Stouten who remains a razor sharp lawyer. Thomas is highly persuasive both in writing and orally. Thomas is eager, very responsive and great in hearings. Over the years he has really won our trust and also acts as a trusted advisor in various non-dispute related matters.”Legal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2021 Edition)
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“Thomas Stouten just received a well-deserved partner appointment. Thomas’ legal skills are exceptional which he combines with a pragmatic approach to our legal issues. He is razor-sharp, both orally and in writing, and really knows what is going on in our business.”Legal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2020 Edition)
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Stouten: appointment to the partnership well deserved, rising star within the team.Legal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2020 Edition)
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RecommendedLegal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2020 Edition)
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“I worked with Thomas Stouten and others during the whole arbitration process. They are polite, passionate, smart, professional and always fully prepared for upcoming situations. Besides, they do wonderful paperwork.”Legal 500, Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (2020 Edition)
Thomas also acts as an arbitrator. He gives lectures regarding arbitration and frequently speaks at arbitration conferences. He publishes in the Dutch Journal on Arbitration, the Dutch Journal on Property Law, Arbitration World (5th and 6th edition), the Dispute Resolution Journal of the AAA/ICDR and the Handbook on Third-Party Funding in International Arbitration.
He was also recognised as one of the Future Leaders in the Netherlands by Who's Who Legal: Litigation and Global Arbitration Review, and Who’s Who Legal: Arbitration, in view of his capability in post-arbitration litigation and arbitration.
He was also recognised as one of the Future Leaders in the Netherlands by Who's Who Legal: Litigation and Global Arbitration Review, and Who’s Who Legal: Arbitration, in view of his capability in post-arbitration litigation and arbitration.
Additional positions
- Member of the Task Force Addressing Issues of Corruption in International Arbitration of the ICC
- Member of the ICC Court of International Arbitration in Paris for the Netherlands
- Officer of the IBA Arbitration Committee, serving as Co-chair of the Recognition and Enforcement of Arbitral Awards Subcommittee
Qualifications & Experience
- LL.M. Dutch Law (Utrecht University)
- LL.M. International and European Law (Utrecht University)
- Several modules (University of Pretoria)
