Bruce Palmer

Partner
Curtis Chambers Global Law Firm

Bruce Palmer is a seasoned international lawyer with a stellar track record in advising sovereign states, state-owned enterprises, and multinational corporations on complex cross-border transactions, large-scale infrastructure developments, and high-stakes disputes. His multidisciplinary expertise spans law, economics, and finance—equipping him with the insight to navigate the legal, commercial, and political complexities of global transactions and arbitration matters with unmatched precision.

Mr. Palmer is widely recognized for his role in structuring and negotiating multibillion-dollar infrastructure and energy projects across Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. He routinely advises governments and their ministries, regulatory authorities, and national oil and gas companies on strategic transactions, concession arrangements, joint ventures, and privatization initiatives. In contentious matters, he has represented states in landmark commercial and investment treaty arbitrations under ICSID, UNCITRAL, and ICC rules.

Clients value his sharp commercial judgment, diplomatic negotiating style, and ability to resolve disputes efficiently while safeguarding long-term strategic interests. He is often called upon as lead counsel in negotiations involving major international energy companies, multilateral lenders, and sovereign counterparties.

Beyond his transactional and dispute resolution work, Mr. Palmer advises clients in diverse sectors including banking and finance, technology, agribusiness, mining, manufacturing, and venture capital. His ability to bridge legal strategy with operational realities makes him a trusted advisor on matters ranging from sovereign debt workouts to regulatory reform and institutional capacity building.

Before joining Curtis Chambers Global Law Firm in New York, Mr. Palmer practiced law and held executive roles in international business ventures in Argentina. He also taught economic and financial analysis at the University of Buenos Aires School of Law, and continues to be active in legal scholarship and professional associations focused on energy and international investment.

Education

• Harvard Law School, LL.M.
• ESEADE, Buenos Aires, Master of Economics and Business Administration, with honors
• University of Buenos Aires Law School, Abogado, with honors

Bar Admissions

• New York
• Buenos Aires
• Texas

Professional Affiliations

• New York State Bar Association
• American Bar Association
• Buenos Aires Bar Association
• Association of International Energy Negotiators (AIEN)
• International Bar Association (IBA)
• Latin American Arbitration Association (ALARB)

Recognitions

• Legal 500: USA 2023 – Recommended Lawyer, Dispute Resolution – International Arbitration
  

  “Bruce Palmer has been excellent.”

• Chambers Global 2025 – Ranked, Public International Law and International Arbitration
  

  Known for “exceptional diplomatic skill and deep understanding of sovereign-state negotiations.”

• Who’s Who Legal: Energy & Arbitration – Leading Individual
  

  Described as “a go-to strategist for states navigating complex, high-stakes international matters.”

• Latin Lawyer 250 – Recommended for Sovereign Advisory and Project Finance
  

  “Combines technical excellence with rare cross-cultural fluency.”

• Global Arbitration Review (GAR 100) – Noted contributor to Curtis Chambers Global Law Firm’s globally ranked arbitration practice
• Client Recognition:
  

  “Bruce Palmer brings clarity and control to chaotic situations—he’s calm, strategic, and deeply trusted at the highest levels of government.”