On May 5, 2011, at the Chambers Europe Awards 2011 in Amsterdam, Cleary Gottlieb was named “Russia Law Firm of the Year” (International Firms). The awards are based on research for the Chambers Europe guide, and recognize pre-eminence in key practice areas, outstanding work, impressive strategic growth and excellence in client service, with clients identifying firms they see as outstandingly responsive, accessible and dedicated. The firm was also short-listed for the award for Belgium.