Davy Karkason is a seasoned attorney specializing in international law, investment disputes, and commercial litigation. He holds a Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University, where he focused extensively on international law, investment law, international trade, and dispute resolution. His academic foundation also includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science & International Relations with a minor in Criminal Justice from Nova Southeastern University and an Associate’s Degree in Political Science from Boise State University.

Professionally, Davy represents a diverse clientele in significant international arbitration forums such as the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR), the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), and the Permanent Court of International Arbitration. Notably, he has successfully represented international investment firms in multi-million-dollar claims, advised on cases involving international securities fraud, waste-to-energy projects, breaches of contracts, and complex mining disputes.

Davy is also experienced in litigating matters under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), specifically Articles 2, 3, 4A, and 9, addressing fraud, secured transactions, negotiable instruments, and international wire transfers. His advisory expertise extends to foreign direct investments, cryptocurrency regulations, international sanctions (particularly involving Venezuela), and construction litigation involving development companies and contractors.

In addition to his litigation experience, Davy serves as a trusted intermediary Pay Master for multimillion-dollar international transactions, working alongside bankruptcy and international tax attorneys to manage intricate business and bankruptcy matters. He is known for his meticulous approach to due diligence and internal investigations, significantly mitigating risk for international investors.

Active within professional circles, Davy holds affiliations with the Miami International Arbitration Society, the Swiss Club, Florida Bar Business Law and International Law Groups, the CSCC Regional Chamber of Commerce, and serves as a board member of the Swiss American Chamber of Commerce Florida Chapter. He regularly contributes as a sponsor and speaker at the Florida International Trade & Cultural Exposition (FITCE).

Davy is fluent in English and French, with intermediate proficiency in Turkish. He holds certifications from West Law, LexisNexis, the International Chamber of Commerce, and is an Associate of The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (ACiarb). He is admitted to practice in Florida, Washington D.C., Florida’s Southern and Middle District Courts, all Florida State Courts and Courts of Appeal, and the U.S. Court of International Trade.

Publication:

1. Charter Institute of Arbitrators Author: Davy Karkason – Article on “Discovery in International Arbitration Using U.S. District Court“
2. Florida Bar Article, Co-Author Davy Karkason on NO WRITTEN SHAREHOLDER AGREEMENT? A SURVEY OF FLORIDA SHAREHOLDERS’ STATUTORY RIGHTS
3. Quoted in Bloomberg Law, Tariff-Dodging Settlements Underscore DOJ Focus on Trade Fraud (Aug. 18, 2026), on the DOJ Trade Fraud Task Force and False Claims Act enforcement against importers — commentary rooted in the firm’s international trade disputes and OFAC sanctions practices

Speaking & Media:

1. Quoted in Bloomberg, “Cuba Property Claims Complicate Rival Bids for Canadian Miner Sherritt” (Sept. 11, 2026), on Helms-Burton certified claims and the Sherritt sale
2. Cited in the Chicago Journal of International Law, “Balancing Nationalities in International Investment Law” (Vol. 26, No. 2), citing Davy Karkason, “Dual Nationality in Arbitration: ICSID v. UNCITRAL Rules”
3. Cited in the Syracuse Journal of International Law and Commerce blog, “Tech Revolution: The Evolution of Global Industry Arbitration” (Sept. 2024), citing Davy Karkason, “Navigating New Frontiers: International Arbitration Trends for 2024”
4. Cited in the Duke Journal of Comparative & International Law, “Security Threats and Diminishing Market Access: Implications for Chinese Investors”, citing Davy Karkason, “International Expropriation in ISDS Cases”
5. Cited in the Undergraduate International Law Review at Cornell (Vol. I), “Investor-State Arbitration: Balancing Contract Enforcement and Sovereignty in Global Commerce”, citing Davy Karkason, “Challenges and Criticisms of Investor State Dispute Mechanisms”
6. Cited in the University of Pennsylvania Journal of International Law, “Programmable Money, Welfare State, and the Legal Construction of CBDC”, citing the firm’s analysis of trade sanctions
7. Speaker, Venture Café Miami — international arbitration and investment law
8. Speaker, NABCRMP EDGE Series – Emerging Domains in Governance & Ethics (July 2026)
9. Panelist, “Moving Your Business Offshore: Navigating Success Beyond Borders”, Levan Center of Innovation (September 2023)
10. GlobeNewswire: counsel on U.S.–Jamaica BIT investment-treaty claims (April 2024)
11. The Columbus Dispatch: “Transnational Matters Analyzes WTO Dispute Settlement Reforms” (press release)

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