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This insight is the third in our series tracking the developments in the parallel proceedings brought by Nauru Ocean Resources …
July 23, 2026
July 23, 2026 • 7-minute read
Associate
International Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
Elena is an associate in the International Dispute Resolution & Arbitration practice.
She has experience working with clients on various matters of international arbitration and litigation matters, particularly within the energy and construction sectors.
Elena is a member of the ArbitralWomen Board for the 2024–2026 term. ArbitralWomen is a global nonprofit that works to support and promote women in international dispute resolution, through networking, mentoring and profile-raising opportunities.
Elena is half French and half Italian, and was born in Belgium.
The following is a list of representative matters in which Elena has assisted.
Representing a Middle Eastern state-owned entity in an ICC arbitration against a Dutch salvage contractor involving breaches of contract
Acting on a number of ICC arbitrations and referrals to a Dispute Adjudication Board in connection with the design and construction of a major maritime project in Central America
Advising a U.S. engineering consultancy firm about disputes arising out of the design and construction of new rail infrastructure in the Middle East
Advising the subsidiary of a state-owned oil company on various UK and EU sanctions issues
Acting for a German EPC contractor in relation to multiple adjudications arising from the construction of an energy-from-waste facility in England
Acting for Middle-Eastern state-owned entity in an ICC arbitration relating to a salvage project
Advising leading aircraft leasing companies on sanctions issues in both the sale and acquisition of portfolios of aircraft
Representing an international exploration and production company in a dispute regarding environmental warranties relating to Latin American assets
Representing an international exploration and production company relating to interests under a joint venture in West Africa
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Client Alerts
This insight is the third in our series tracking the developments in the parallel proceedings brought by Nauru Ocean Resources …
July 23, 2026
July 23, 2026 • 7-minute read
Client Alerts
This insight tracks the latest developments in parallel proceedings brought by Nauru Ocean Resources Inc. (“NORI”) and its sister company …
July 10, 2026
July 10, 2026 • 7-minute read
Articles
Deep Trouble: How NORI and TOML Are Testing the Limits of Seabed Governance
On 30 May 2026, Nauru Ocean Resources Inc. (“NORI”) and Tonga Offshore Mining Ltd. (“TOML”), two subsidiaries of The Metals …
June 29, 2026
June 29, 2026 • 6-minute read
Client Alerts
The first part of the 31st annual session of the International Seabed Authority (“ISA”) Council was held in Kingston, Jamaica …
March 25, 2026
March 25, 2026 • 5-minute read
Client Alerts
Conflict in the Gulf: Impact on Global Oil and LNG Markets
Escalating tensions in the Middle East over the weekend create immediate sensitivity in global oil and LNG markets, particularly because of the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz and the broader Gulf shipping routes.
March 1, 2026
March 1, 2026 • 2-minute read
Awards & Rankings
Elena Guillet Re-Elected to ArbitralWomen Board of Directors
Vinson & Elkins Associate Elena Guillet has been re-elected to the ArbitralWomen Board of Directors for the 2026-2028 term. ArbitralWomen …
July 2, 2026
July 2, 2026 • 1-minute read
Deals & Cases
Vinson & Elkins Advises SOCAR on $1 Billion Apollo Funds Investment in TANAP Stake
Vinson & Elkins advised the State Oil Company of the Azerbaijan Republic and SOCAR Turkey Enerji A.Ş. on the issuance …
June 11, 2026
June 11, 2026 • 1-minute read
Firm News
New Vinson & Elkins Report Examines Energy Disputes Trends for 2025
Vinson & Elkins has released its latest industry report, Energy Disputes: Navigating Key Trends and Challenges, providing an in-depth analysis of the evolving landscape of energy-related disputes.
February 20, 2025
February 20, 2025 • 2-minute read
Awards & Rankings
The Legal 500 UK ranks Vinson & Elkins in four categories. In total, 16 attorneys were ranked, some in more than one practice area.
October 3, 2024
October 3, 2024 • 1-minute read
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