Reed Smith has expanded its team with the addition of Luis Fortuño and Juliya Arbisman, both joining the firm as partners after stepping away from their previous roles at Steptoe, according to official statements made by the firm on Thursday.
Partner Luis Fortuño becomes part of the regulatory and investigations practice based in Washington, D.C. His background includes a governorship of Puerto Rico and membership in the US Congress, indicating a strong aptitude for advising clients on federal regulatory and public policy issues. Furthermore, his experience extends to dealing with cross-border transactions and disputes related to Latin America and the Caribbean.
Juliya Arbisman joins the New York office, bringing her expertise to the global commercial disputes group. She will also be playing a significant role in the international arbitration and energy and natural resources groups. Arbisman’s specialty lies in handling international law disputes, with a particular focus on matters involving the mining and metals industry.
Both Fortuño and Arbisman previously served in prominent roles at Steptoe, bringing a wealth of experience and numerous potential developments to Reed Smith. Their addition to the Reed Smith team hints at the law firm’s strategic moves towards strengthening their capabilities in handling regulatory investigations and international disputes.
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