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Clients and peers describe Nicole Duclos as “one of the best prepared international arbitration lawyers one is likely to meet.” She represents clients in international commercial and investment arbitration, as well as transnational litigation. In Latin America, Ms. Duclos is “an established favourite with clients and local co-counsel alike,” who describe her as “simply the best: meticulous, on top of everything, and with great knowledge of arbitration proceedings as well as the idiosyncrasies of Latin America.” In the Americas, clients describe her as “insightful, thorough, and the best of the best.”*
Ms. Duclos has acted as counsel and advisor in international commercial arbitrations under the ICC, UNCITRAL, ICDR and AAA rules, as well as in investment treaty disputes under the ICSID and UNCITRAL rules. Her experience spans construction, energy, mining, agroindustry, and finance, among other industries. She has published on international arbitration and is a regular speaker on commercial and investment treaty arbitration.
* See Accolades
Commercial Arbitration
- A Korean construction and petrochemical company in a post-M&A dispute against a U.S. manufacturer.
- A U.S. renewables developer in a dispute and injunctive proceedings against an EPC contractor arising from a consortium agreements relating to the development and construction of power plants in Central Africa.
- A Korean engineering and construction company in a dispute against supplier of major equipment for a power plant in Asia.
- European and American technology companies in an ICDR arbitration, and related litigation, arising from a patent infringement dispute.
- A Korean engineering and construction company in a dispute with a South American State agency arising from a lump-sum contract for the engineering and construction of a major infrastructure project in South America.
- A Peruvian mining company in an ICC arbitration against US EPCM and EP contractors in a dispute arising from the design and construction of a copper concentrator and molybdenum plant in South America.
- A Korean engineering and construction company in an ICC arbitration against its Brazilian joint venture partner in connection with the construction of a major infrastructure project in South America.
- A Chilean engineering and construction company in a dispute against a supplier of materials for the construction of an infrastructure project in Chile.
- A Canadian mining company in a UNCITRAL arbitration arising from construction, project management and construction management agreements in connection with the construction of a mining project in Chile and Argentina.
- A Korean engineering and construction company in an ICC arbitration against another Korean engineering and construction company, as well as its Latin American subsidiaries, in a dispute arising from the construction of a power plant in South America.
- A utilities company in an UNCITRAL arbitration concerning the cancellation of a long-term concession for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of a drinking water plant in Central America.
- Two Brazilian corporations involved in the construction and operation of thermoelectric power plants in Brazil in an ICC arbitration commenced by a multinational equipment manufacturer under an equipment supply contract.
- The Peruvian subsidiary of a Chinese mining company in an ICC arbitration against a Chinese supplier of equipment for a copper project in Peru.
- A Brazilian energy company in an ICC arbitration commenced by the supplier of major equipment for the construction of a biomass-to-ethanol plant in Brazil.
- A subsidiary of JPMorgan Chase in an ICC arbitration against the Republic of Uruguay concerning a dispute arising out of a shareholders agreement.
- Two Brazilian companies in their capacity as joint venture partners and EPC contractors in a dispute arising from the supply of defective equipment for the construction of a major thermoelectric project in Brazil.
- A leading Brazilian food company in a dispute against a French fund arising from two contracts for the sale and purchase of carbon emissions.
- The Brazilian subsidiary of a European engineering company in a ICC arbitration arising from EPC and EPCM contracts for the expansion of a paper mill plant in Brazil.
- A Belgian company and its Panamanian subsidiary in an ICC arbitration against a Colombian Joint Venture in connection with dredging works for the expansion of the Panama Canal.
- The Chilean subsidiary of a Canadian mining company in an UNCITRAL arbitration commenced by an EPC contractor in connection with the construction of a transmission line and substations in support of a major mining project in South America.
- A UK utilities company in a dispute against a Central American state agency arising from a turn-key contract for the design and construction of a drinking water plant.
- A Chilean gas distributor in an AAA arbitration against Chilean and Argentinean owners and operators of a natural gas pipeline.
- A Mexican telecommunications company in a AAA arbitration brought by a U.S. telecommunications company.
Investment Arbitration
- State and multilateral agencies in a dispute against Ecuador arising from the indirect expropriation of the collateral securing the financing of the construction of the new international airport in Quito.
- A South American State in an ICSID arbitration commenced by a Chinese investor under the relevant bilateral investment treaty.
- A Bolivian natural gas company, owned and controlled by Dutch shareholders, in an ad hoc arbitration against the Republic of Bolivia under the Netherlands-Bolivia bilateral investment treaty.
- A Canadian electricity company in a dispute against a Caribbean State for the expropriation of an electricity transmission business.
Domestic and International Litigation
- A South American paper company in five Section 1782 applications for discovery in aid of arbitration and litigation proceedings in Brazil.
- A Korean engineering and construction company in the successful lifting of a TRO seeking to enjoin an international arbitration proceeding seated in New York.
- An international financial institution in the challenge of a Section 1782 application made by a Chinese shipping company in the SDNY.
- A subsidiary of a major financial institution in proceedings before the SDNY, as well as before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, for the enforcement of an arbitral award rendered against a South American State in an ICC arbitration.
- A global private equity fund in connection with labor, civil, and bankruptcy proceedings arising from two failed equity investment in Brazil.
- A South Korean conglomerate in connection with bankruptcy proceedings affecting a major mining investment in Brazil.
- A South Korean automobile manufacturer in connection with bankruptcy proceedings affecting its Chilean and Peruvian distributors.
- A U.S. financial institution in civil, administrative, and criminal proceedings arising from an equity investment in a commercial bank in Argentina.
Memberships and Affiliations
- President of New York and Washington, D.C. Chapter of the Club Español de Arbitraje (CEA)
- Member, IBA Arbitration Guidelines and Rules Subcommittee's Steering Group, IBA Arbitration Committee
- New York State Bar Association (International Section)
- American Bar Association (Section of International Law)
- International Bar Association
- ALARB
Previous Experience
- Senior Associate in the international arbitration group of a major international law firm.
- Associate in the litigation department of a major New York law firm.
September 30, 2020
NEW YORK—Latinvex has selected Nicole Duclos, Veronica Yepez, Mary Hernández, and Ashley Sprague to its 2020 list of the “Top 100 Female Lawyers” at international law firms specializing in Latin America. Covington is among the top three law firms with the most women on the list and the law firm with most women in the FCPA category. Ms. Duclos represents clients ...
International Arbitration During Crisis
August 2020, Joint seminar by the Arbitration Centers of the Chilean and Colombian Chambers of Commerce, Speaker
The Role of Arbitrators, Counsel, and Experts in Construction Disputes
August 2020, Latin American Conference on Construction Law, Latin American Association of Construction Law, Speaker
May 20, 2020
NEW YORK—Latinvex has named Covington lawyers Nicole Duclos, Rubén Kraiem, Miguel López Forastier, and Gabriel Mesa among its list of Latin America’s Top 100 Lawyers. Ms. Duclos represents clients in international commercial and investment arbitration, as well as transnational litigation. According to the publication, “Nicole Duclos is a skilled practitioner ...
The Day After: Dispute Resolution in a Post-COVID-19 World
May 2020, URUVYAP, Speaker
March 23, 2020
NEW YORK—The American Lawyer has named Covington lawyers Sergio Urías and Laura Torre as “Dealmakers of the Year.” The annual feature highlights “the most impressive and significant matters that deal lawyers worked on in 2019.” Shareholders of Covington’s client Prisma Medios de Pago, Argentina’s largest payment processing company, were mandated by the antitrust ...
May 23, 2019
NEW YORK, May 23, 2019—Latinvex has selected Nicole Duclos, Mary Hernández, Ashley Sprague, and Veronica Yepez to its 2019 list of the “Top 100 Female Lawyers” at international law firms specializing in Latin America. Covington is among the top three law firms with the most women on the list. Ms. Duclos represents clients in international commercial and ...
Covington Holds Fourth International Arbitration Academy
March 28, 2019
NEW YORK—Covington has partnered with the Columbia Law School’s Center for International Commercial and Investment Arbitration to hold the fourth annual Covington Academy on International Arbitration (CAIA). A team of Covington partners and associates from New York, Washington, and London will participate in this year’s program, which is open to Columbia’s J.D., ...
February 7, 2019
NEW YORK—Latinvex has named Covington partners Nicole Duclos, Rubén Kraiem, Miguel López Forastier, and Gabriel Mesa among “Latin America’s Top 100 Lawyers” in 2019. Ms. Duclos represents clients in international commercial and investment arbitration, as well as transnational litigation. Clients interviewed by Latinvex praised Ms. Duclos’ extensive arbitration ...
Technology and Arbitration
February 2019, X Conference on International Arbitration, San José, Speaker
Covington Advises Argentinian Payments Company on Sale with Enterprise Value of $1.42B
January 22, 2019
NEW YORK—Covington advised Prisma Medios de Pago, Argentina’s leading payments company, in the sale of a controlling stake to Advent International. Prisma’s existing shareholders will retain a 49% stake in the company. The transaction values 100 percent of Prisma at $1.42 billion. Prisma is an Argentinian company established in 2014 through the merger of Visa ...
December 14, 2018
LONDON— Global Arbitration Review and Who’s Who Legal: Arbitration have recognized Covington’s International Arbitration Practice Group in its 2019 report. The publication named Covington partners Nicole Duclos and Jeremy Wilson as “Future Leaders,” a ranking of “the most eminent lawyers in the field under 45,” and recognized Miguel López Forastier and Stephen ...
Now Is the Time for Latin American Arbitration
Spring 2018, Commercial Dispute Resolution
Nicole Duclos and Miguel López Forastier are quoted in a Commercial Dispute Resolution article regarding international arbitration in Latin America. According to Duclos, three indicators reflect the way the discipline “has continued to grow in popularity and acceptance.” These include: the proactive modernisation of many countries’ arbitration laws during the ...
February 22, 2018
NEW YORK—Latinvex has named Covington partners Nicole Duclos and Gabriel Mesa among “Latin America’s Top 100 Lawyers” in 2018. Ms. Duclos represents clients in international commercial and investment arbitration, as well as transnational litigation. Clients interviewed by Latinvex praised Ms. Duclos’ extensive arbitration experience, noting that she is “ready to ...
2018, Arbitration World, 6th Edition (Sweet & Maxwell), Co-Author
Training on Drafting of Arbitration Clauses, Brazilian Chamber of Mediation and Arbitration
October 2017, CBMA Conference, New York University School of Law, Speaker
Corruption in International Arbitration
October 2017, ABA Fall Meeting Section of International Law, Miami, Speaker
International Arbitration in Latin America
September 2017, Korean Commercial Arbitration Board (KCAB) Conference, Seoul, Speaker
May 26, 2017
SAN FRANCISCO AND NEW YORK—Latinvex has again selected Covington partners Tammy Albarrán and Nicole Duclos to its annual list of the “Top 100 Female Lawyers” focusing on Latin America at international law firms. Ms. Albarrán was selected a top practitioner in the FCPA & Fraud category, while Ms. Duclos was selected in the Arbitration & Litigation category. Ms. ...
Covington Holds Second International Arbitration Academy
April 6, 2017
NEW YORK—Covington has partnered for the second year with Columbia Law School and its Center for International Commercial and Investment Arbitration to hold the Covington Academy on International Arbitration (CAIA). The program is open to Columbia’s J.D., LL.M., and S.J.D. students. The three-day program consists of training followed by practical exercises and ...
Has winter arrived in international arbitration: Crisis, ethics and corruption
April 2017, ArbitralWomen, Lima, Peru, Speaker
Deliberations by Arbitral Tribunals
April 2017, X Conference on International Arbitration, Lima, Peru, Speaker
February 27, 2017
NEW YORK—Latinvex has named Covington partners Gabriel Mesa and Nicole Duclos among “Latin America’s Top 100 Lawyers” in 2017. Mr. Mesa counsels corporations in joint ventures and private mergers and acquisitions in Latin America and other emerging markets, as well as in the United States. A client described Mr. Mesa as "an excellent lawyer,” noting that his ...
International Arbitration
February 21, 2017, Columbia Business & Law Association - Fundamentals Series Event, speaker
International Arbitration in the Latin American Context
November 2016, Supreme Court of Chile, Santiago, Chile, Speaker
May 31, 2016
NEW YORK—Covington is advising MagtiCom Ltd., the leading mobile operator in the Republic of Georgia, on its definitive agreement to acquire retail and corporate ISP cable assets from Caucasus Online LLC. The deal is expected to close on or around August 1, 2016. Following the successful conclusion of the transaction, MagtiCom will be the first and only operator ...
April 22, 2016, Law360
Nicole Duclos is quoted in this Law360 article regarding the launch of the Covington Academy on International Arbitration with Columbia Law School. According to Duclos, the program will give participants an edge over those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to receive live feedback during the practical training exercises. “[W]e realized that the void ...
Covington Launches International Arbitration Academy
April 21, 2016
NEW YORK — Covington has partnered with Columbia Law School and its Center for International Commercial and Investment Arbitration to launch the Covington Academy on International Arbitration (CAIA). The program is open to Columbia’s J.D., LL.M, and S.J.D. students. The three-day program will consist of training followed by practical exercises and live feedback ...
Case Study Series: International Commercial Arbitration
April 19, 2016, Columbia Business Law Association, Columbia Law School, speaker
April 4, 2016
SAN FRANCISCO AND NEW YORK — Latinvex has again selected Covington partners Tammy Albarrán and Nicole Duclos to its annual list of the “Top 100 Female Lawyers” specializing in Latin America among international law firms. Latinvex chose attorneys from 57 law firms and ten practice areas. The criteria for selection included a combination of factors, including ...
The Arbitral Tribunal’s deliberation process
April 2016, X International Arbitration Conference, Lima, Peru, Speaker
Public Policy and Recognition & Enforcement of Arbitral Awards
March 31, 2016, The Politics and Policy of International Arbitration, Harvard International Arbitration Conference, Cambridge, MA, speaker
Joint Ventures: Termination and Exit Strategies
December 2015, AmCham Perú, Lima, Peru, Speaker
National Treatment, Fair and Equitable Treatment, Non-Discrimination and Denial of Justice
December 2015, Specialization Program on International and Investment Arbitration, Universidad del Pacífico-AmCham, Lima, Peru, Speaker
December 2015, Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution International Arbitration Review, Co-author
Covington’s Nicole Duclos Named “Rising Star”
April 2, 2015
NEW YORK, April 2, 2015 — The Minority Corporate Counsel Association named Covington partner Nicole Duclos a recipient of its 2015 “Rising Star” award. Ms. Duclos was one of 15 lawyers selected “whose accomplishments and dedication to the legal field and to their respective communities place them among those attorneys to watch.” In a profile, MCCA’s Diversity ...
State Participation in International Arbitration
April 2015, IX International Arbitration Conference, Lima, Peru, Speaker
2015, Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution, International Arbitration Review, Kluwer Law International
Washington-area appointments and promotions for Oct. 20
October 20, 2014, The Washington Post
"Covington & Burling of the District appointed Ashley Bass, Robin Blaney, Krista Carver, Jeffrey Davidson, Nicole Duclos, Shankar Duraiswamy, Scott Freling, David Garr, Andrew Lazerow, Michael Lechliter, Anne Lee, Scott Schrader, Nathan Shafroth and Ranganath Sudarshan partners."
Covington Promotes 15 Lawyers to Partnership
October 1, 2014
WASHINGTON, DC, October 1, 2014 — Covington & Burling is pleased to announce that it has elected 15 lawyers to its partnership effective today. “Our new partners come from six firm offices and practice in a variety of areas that are of great importance to the firm’s clients,” said Timothy Hester, chair of Covington’s management committee. “These are all superb ...
Covington promotes Chilean in New York
October 1, 2014, Global Arbitration Review
Covington's Nicole Duclos is featured in this article on her recent promotion to partner: "Duclos’s promotion is effective today. She joined Covington in September 2013, bringing with her two former Allen & Overy associates, Erin Thomas and Thomas Odell." "Unsurprisingly given her Chilean nationality, much of her arbitration practice focuses on South America. ...
May 7, 2014
NEW YORK, May 7, 2014 — Nicole Duclos has been named to Latinvex’s list of “Latin America’s Top 50 Female Lawyers.” The online publication selected the top 50 female lawyers specializing in Latin America from among nearly 100 international law firms. Ms. Duclos focuses on international commercial and investment arbitration in Latin America. Her experience spans ...
Enforcement of arbitral awards issued in commercial and investment treaty arbitrations
April 2014, VIII International Arbitration Conference, Lima, Peru, Speaker
Grounds for Annulment of Arbitral Awards under the FAA
February 2014, V Conference on International Arbitration, San José, Costa Rica, Speaker
Absolute and Relative Standards of Treaty Protection
November 2013, Diploma on Investment Arbitration, Universidad del Pacífico and Arbitration Center Amcham Perú, Lima, Peru, Speaker
Temporal Application of International Treaties
October 2013, I International Seminar on Investment Arbitration, Lima, Peru, Speaker
September 9, 2013
NEW YORK, September 9, 2013 — Covington & Burling is expanding its international commercial arbitration capabilities and reach into Latin America with the addition of Nicole Duclos. Ms. Duclos joins the firm’s New York City office as of counsel along with associates Erin Thomas and Thomas Odell. The team’s arrival enhances the firm’s international arbitration ...
Preparation of a Case in International Arbitration
June 2013, ICC-YAF, Sao Paulo, Brazil, Speaker
Judicial Intervention in International Arbitration
July 2012, ICC Costa Rica, San José, Costa Rica, Speaker
Multi-party Arbitration
April 2012, V Conference on International Arbitration, Lima, Peru, Speaker
The Merits Hearing: Getting the Message to the Tribunal
April 2012, ITA 8th Americas Workshop, Santiago, Chile, Speaker
Differences Between Commercial and Investment Arbitration
February 2012, III Conference on International Arbitration, San José, Costa Rica, Speaker
International Arbitration of Energy Disputes
July 2011, V International Course on Investment Arbitration, Lima, Peru, Speaker
International Arbitration in Latin America
May 2011, Universidad de Buenos Aires Law School, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Speaker
International Arbitration: Trends and Challenges
May 2011, Universidad de Los Andes Law School, Santiago, Chile, Speaker
International Commercial Arbitration: Basic Principles and New Challenges
May 2011, Universidad de Valparaíso Law School, Valparaíso, Chile, Speaker
Issue Conflict
April 2011, V Conference on International Arbitration, Lima, Peru, Speaker
Resolving Infrastructure Disputes in Latin America
March 2011, ACEC (American Council of Engineering Companies) Annual Convention and Legislative Summit, Legal Counsel Forum, Washington, DC, Speaker
Annulment of ICSID Awards: Debate and New Trends
February 2011, II Conference on International Arbitration, San José, Costa Rica, Speaker
Foreign Direct Investment Moot Competition
October 2010, Pepperdine University Law School, Malibu, CA, Judge
Constitution of the Arbitral Tribunal
April 2010, ICC Conference: How to Conduct Efficient Arbitration Proceedings?, Lima, Peru, Speaker
Witnesses' Cross-Examination
April 2010, IV Conference on International Arbitration, Lima, Peru, Speaker
The Umbrella Clause
September 2009, IV Seminar on Investment Arbitration, Bogota, Colombia, Speaker
Expert Testimony in International Arbitration: Practical Aspects
May 2009, International Arbitration and its Development in Chile, Universidad Católica Law School, Santiago, Chile, Speaker
Treaty Shopping and Treaty Planning: A Practical Case
April 2009, III Conference on International Arbitration, Lima, Peru, Speaker
2009, Journal of World Investment & Trade, Co-author
Foreign Direct Investment Moot Competition
November 2008, Suffolk University Law School, Boston, MA, Judge
Fraud in Investment Treaty Arbitration and Counter-Claims in Investment Treaty Arbitration
August 2007, UNCTAD Training Course on International Investment Agreements and Arbitration, Santiago, Chile, Speaker
2005, International Law Practicum, Co-author
1995, Editorial Jurídica Conosur Ltda., Santiago, Chile, Author
- Who’s Who Legal, Recommended - Partners (2021)
- Legal 500 Latin America: Named "Next Generation Lawyer" (2021)
- Super Lawyers (New York Metro) (2020)
- Diario Financiero (Chile): Prominent Lawyers Abroad (2020)
- Latinvex, "Latin America's Top 100 Female Lawyers: Arbitration & Litigation" (2020)
- Latinvex, "Latin America's Top 100 Lawyers: Arbitration & Litigation" (2020): "Nicole Duclos is a skilled practitioner who benefits from considerable experience acting on commercial disputes throughout the region ... Her abilities in the arbitration field have earned her high praise, with one commentator asserting: 'She is very thorough in her analysis and also pays attention to the details of the case without losing sight of the big picture.'"
- Chambers, International Arbitration - USA Nationwide (2020): "Nicole Duclos comes particularly recommended for her expertise in international commercial arbitrations. One client states: 'She is a professional of the highest level, and is 100% focused on all the matters for which she is responsible. Furthermore, she shows great leadership of her work team and excellent management of the client relationship'"
- Chambers Global – USA – International Arbitration (2020): Nicole Duclos is "very knowledgeable about clients from Latin America as well as other parts of the world." She frequently acts in cross-border arbitrations that involve Latin American parties.
- Who’s Who Legal, Arbitration Future Leaders - Partners (2020): Category: "Most Highly Regarded Partners in the Americas." "Sources loud Covington & Burling’s Nicole Duclos as 'insightful, thorough, and the best of the best.' She is praised for being 'smart, talented and target-oriented, with an endless capacity for working and being attentive to every detail.'"
- Legal 500 Latin America: Named "Next Generation Lawyer" (2020)
- Chambers Latin America, Arbitration (2020): "Nicole Duclos is a skilled practitioner who benefits from considerable experience acting on commercial disputes throughout the region. Her abilities in the arbitration field have earned her high praise, with one commentator asserting: "She is very thorough in her analysis and also pays attention to the details of the case without losing sight of the big picture.'"
- Super Lawyers (New York Metro) (2019)
- Chambers Global – USA – International Arbitration (2019): “Nicole Duclos comes highly recommended for her strength in disputes arising from Latin America. Sources commend her 'excellent communication skills’ and 'ability to handle complex situations and lead her team well.'"
- Latinvex, "Latin America's Top 100 Lawyers: Arbitration & Litigation" (2019): She is "ready to provide the best advice always bearing in mind our business needs," and "deeply committed to providing an extraordinary class legal service."
- Chambers Latin America (2019): "She has a very high level of involvement and understanding of the topics she handles and is very methodical and demanding in her work. She also has excellent communication skills as well as the ability to handle complex situations and lead her team well."
- Global Arbitration Review and Who’s Who Legal: Arbitration, "Future Leader: the most eminent lawyers in the field under 45" (2018)
- Super Lawyers (New York Metro) (2018)
- Chambers Global – USA – International Arbitration (2018): Nicole Duclos earns impressive praise for her "excellent experience" in Latin America-focused international arbitration disputes. She acts for clients in disputes under a broad range of institutional rules, in matters concerning energy and natural resources, finance and construction.
- Latinvex, "Latin America's Top 100 Female Lawyers: Arbitration & Litigation" (2018)
- Latinvex, “Latin America's Top 100 Lawyers" (2018)
- Chambers Latin America (2018): "Impressive" practitioner Nicole Duclos focuses her practice on Latin American commercial and investment arbitration, as well as litigation, across several industries. Sources report that she is "extremely smart and increasingly visible in the region."
- Expert Guides, Expert, Commercial Arbitration: North America, United States(2017)
- Super Lawyers (New York Metro) (2017)
- Chambers Latin America (2017): "Nicole Duclos is singled out for praise by market commentators for her work in international arbitrations in the region. They comment that 'she is a very good lawyer.'"
- Latinvex, "Latin America’s Top 100 Lawyers" (2017): "The Legal Corporate Compliance & M&A Head at a major Brazilian energy company praises Duclos' extensive arbitration experience. 'She is … very candid, accessible, ready to provide the best advice always bearing in mind our business needs.' The legal head of an Asian mining company praises Duclos and her team for being 'proficient, highly skilled and experienced, as well as deeply committed on providing an extraordinary class legal service, always available to the client.'"
- Chambers Latin America (2016): "The 'very client-oriented' Nicole Duclos attracts positive feedback from interviewees, who praise her "organisational skills, ability to co-ordinate a team, and intelligence.'"
- Latinvex, "Latin America's Top 100 Female Lawyers: Arbitration & Litigation" (2016)
- Legal 500 Latin America (2016): "The firm’s New York and London offices are also integral to the firm’s Latin America arbitration practice, with key figures in the former including 'brilliant strategist' Nicole Duclos.”
- Super Lawyers (New York Metro) (2016)
- Chambers Global (2014): Nicole is "highly regarded by market sources, one of whom observed that 'she combines complete grasp of the facts with an impressive attention to the smallest details. Her contribution to our case was decisive.'"
- Legal 500 US, Energy - Litigation (2016)
- Latinvex, "Latin America's Top 50 Female Lawyers" (2015)
- Minority Corporate Counsel Association, "Rising Star" (2015)
- Legal 500 Latin America (2013): Nicole "is ‘an established favourite' with clients and local co-counsel alike; 'she’s simply the best: meticulous, on top of everything, and with great knowledge of arbitration proceedings as well as the idiosyncrasies of Latin America.'"
- Legal 500 US (2013): "Nicole Duclos is ‘one of the best prepared international arbitration lawyers one is likely to meet,' and 'exceptionally intelligent, she is exhaustive, absolutely indefatigable, and leaves no stone unturned.'"
- Chambers, International Arbitration: Latin America-wide (2013): Ms. Duclos "impresses sources: 'She's very sharp – definitely one to watch.'"
- Legal 500 US (2012): Ms. Duclos is a "first-class lawyer" who "has made a huge difference, she brings the team real local knowledge and her handling of cases is brilliant."
- Chambers, International Arbitration: Latin America-wide (2012): Ms. Duclos "has advised clients in arbitrations involving an array of Latin American states. 'She's very commercially aware, astute and able to carry the torch,' say sources, 'a star of the future with the world at her feet.'"