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International Arbitration: Arbitrators | Global

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The International Arbitration: Arbitrators rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across USA.

Rankings overview for Individuals

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Band 1

  1. Edna R Sussman Sussman ADR LLC9 Years Ranked
  2. John M Townsend Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP23 Years Ranked
  3. Lawrence Schaner
    Lawrence Schaner Schaner Dispute Resolution LLC12 Years Ranked
  4. D. Brian King3 Verulam Buildings
  5. Elliot E PolebaumPolebaum Arbitration
  6. George A BermannColumbia Law School
  7. Jean E KalickiArbitration Chambers
  8. John FellasFellas Arbitration
  9. Richard F ZieglerAcumenADR
  10. William W ParkWilliam W Park - Sole Practitioner
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Band 2

  1. C Mark Baker Norton Rose Fulbright19 Years Ranked
  2. Daniel Schimmel
    Daniel Schimmel Foley Hoag LLP8 Years Ranked
  3. Doak Bishop King & Spalding LLP21 Years Ranked
  4. Eric Schwartz
    Eric Schwartz Schwartz Arbitration23 Years Ranked
  5. James Hosking
    James Hosking Chaffetz Lindsey LLP14 Years Ranked
  6. Joseph E Neuhaus Sullivan & Cromwell LLP23 Years Ranked
  7. Marc Goldstein
    Marc Goldstein MJG Arbitration & Mediation10 Years Ranked
  8. Mark C. Morril MorrilADR LLC5 Years Ranked
  9. Paul Friedland
    Paul Friedland White & Case LLP22 Years Ranked
  10. Richard H Silberberg
    Richard H Silberberg Dorsey & Whitney LLP4 Years Ranked
  11. Stephanie Cohen
    Stephanie Cohen Stephanie Cohen Independent Arbitrator5 Years Ranked
  12. Claudia T SalomonICC International Court of Arbitration
  13. David RivkinArbitration Chambers
  14. Donald Francis DonovanArbitration Chambers
  15. Horacio Grigera NaónHoracio A Grigera Naon - Independent Arbitrator
  16. Louis B. (Benno) KimmelmanKimmelman Arbitration
  17. Lucy ReedArbitration Chambers
  18. Mark A CymrotMark Cymrot Independent Arbitrator
  19. Mark KantorMark Kantor - Sole Practitioner
  20. Matthew DraperDraper & Draper LLC
  21. Michael D NolanArbitration Chambers
  22. Robert B DavidsonJAMS
  23. Robert H SmitColumbia Law School
  24. Stanimir A AlexandrovStanimir A. Alexandrov PLLC

All Individuals profiles

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Band 1

  1. 1
    Edna R Sussman
    Sussman ADR LLC | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked

    Edna Sussman is a highly experienced commercial arbitrator who handles complex disputes across sectors such as manufacturing and medical devices.

  2. 1
    John M Townsend
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked

    John Townsend serves as both counsel and arbitrator, with particular expertise in investment treaty disputes.

  3. Lawrence Schaner
    1
    Lawrence Schaner
    Schaner Dispute Resolution LLC | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 1 | 12 Years Ranked

    Lawrence Schaner is a respected arbitrator adept at sitting under a variety of major arbitration rules, including SCC, ICDR, ICC and UNCITRAL

  4. D. Brian King
    3 Verulam Buildings | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 1
  5. Elliot E Polebaum
    Polebaum Arbitration | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 1
  6. George A Bermann
    Columbia Law School | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 1
  7. Jean E Kalicki
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 1
  8. John Fellas
    Fellas Arbitration | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 1
  9. Richard F Ziegler
    AcumenADR | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 1
  10. William W Park
    William W Park - Sole Practitioner | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. 2
    C Mark Baker
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    Norton Rose Fulbright | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 19 Years Ranked

    Mark Baker divides his time between serving as counsel and sitting as arbitrator in commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.

  2. Daniel Schimmel
    2
    Daniel Schimmel
    Foley Hoag LLP
    Foley Hoag LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 8 Years Ranked

    Daniel Schimmel earns excellent praise for his work as arbitrator in both commercial and investment arbitrations. He is also active in the enforcement of arbitral awards.

  3. 2
    Doak Bishop
    King & Spalding LLP
    King & Spalding LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 21 Years Ranked

    Doak Bishop is held in high esteem for his expert handling of commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. He is particularly regarded for his prowess in disputes concerning the construction, energy and oil and gas sectors as both advocate and arbitrator.

  4. Eric Schwartz
    2
    Eric Schwartz
    Schwartz Arbitration | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 23 Years Ranked

    Eric Schwartz draws on a wealth of experience from his time as Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration and is adept at sitting as an arbitrator under other major arbitration rules.

  5. James Hosking
    2
    James Hosking
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked

    James Hosking divides his practice between serving as counsel and sitting as arbitrator in high-value international disputes, including both investment treaty and commercial claims.

  6. 2
    Joseph E Neuhaus
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 23 Years Ranked

    Joseph Neuhaus has a considerable level of experience handling highly complex and high-value international disputes to bring to bear in arbitrator roles.

  7. Marc Goldstein
    2
    Marc Goldstein
    MJG Arbitration & Mediation | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 10 Years Ranked

    Marc Goldstein centers his practice on commercial arbitrations and is active in a range of sectors such as construction, energy and mining.

  8. 2
    Mark C. Morril
    MorrilADR LLC | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    Mark Morril is an experienced arbitrator and a popular choice for commercial disputes.

  9. Paul Friedland
    2
    Paul Friedland
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 22 Years Ranked

    Paul Friedland is a long-standing figure in the market and maintains an active practice acting both as counsel and sitting as an arbitrator in high-profile international arbitrations. He garners praise for his expert handling of both commercial and investment treaty matters.

  10. Richard H Silberberg
    2
    Richard H Silberberg
    Dorsey & Whitney LLP
    Dorsey & Whitney LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked

    Richard Silberberg is a popular choice for clients requiring an arbitrator for commercial disputes, and is particularly active in the sports industry.

  11. Stephanie Cohen
    2
    Stephanie Cohen
    Stephanie Cohen Independent Arbitrator | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    Stephanie Cohen has a growing reputation as an arbitrator and is particularly noted for her handling of commercial disputes.

  12. Claudia T Salomon
    ICC International Court of Arbitration | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  13. David Rivkin
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  14. Donald Francis Donovan
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  15. Horacio Grigera Naón
    Horacio A Grigera Naon - Independent Arbitrator | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  16. Louis B. (Benno) Kimmelman
    Kimmelman Arbitration | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  17. Lucy Reed
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  18. Mark A Cymrot
    Mark Cymrot Independent Arbitrator | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  19. Mark Kantor
    Mark Kantor - Sole Practitioner | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  20. Matthew Draper
    Draper & Draper LLC | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  21. Michael D Nolan
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  22. Robert B Davidson
    JAMS | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  23. Robert H Smit
    Columbia Law School | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
  24. Stanimir A Alexandrov
    Stanimir A. Alexandrov PLLC | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 2
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Band 3

  1. Aníbal Martin Sabater
    3
    Aníbal Martin Sabater
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked

    Aníbal Martin Sabater's practice has particular strength in Latin America matters, but he is well placed to advise on both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations across wide-ranging jurisdictions.

  2. Ank Santens
    3
    Ank Santens
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 3 | 12 Years Ranked

    Ank Santens is held in high regard for her expertise in investor-state arbitrations and is experienced in advising both investors and states. She is increasingly recognized for her work as arbitrator as well as counsel.

  3. Christina G Hioureas
    3
    Christina G Hioureas
    Foley Hoag LLP
    Foley Hoag LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked

    Christina Hioureas has a growing reputation as both arbitrator and counsel, with particular experience in arbitrating international commercial disputes.

  4. David Lindsey
    3
    David Lindsey
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 3 | 22 Years Ranked

    David Lindsey's practice includes both commercial and investor-state arbitrations, with notable experience in disputes concerning the oil and gas sector.

  5. 3
    Grant A Hanessian
    Hanessian ADR | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 3 | 12 Years Ranked

    Grant Hanessian has a wealth of experience with investment treaty and commercial arbitrations, with notable expertise with matters involving Latin America, Eastern Europe and Russia.

  6. Tai-Heng Cheng
    3
    Tai-Heng Cheng
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked

    Tai-Heng Cheng maintains an active practice serving as both counsel and arbitrator in international disputes relating to commercial and investment arbitrations. He has notable expertise relating to the Asia-Pacific region, particularly Singapore.

  7. 3
    Thomas J Brewer
    Thomas J. Brewer - Sole Practitioner | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked

    Thomas Brewer centers his practice on commercial arbitrations and is particularly adept at handling disputes concerning IP.

  8. Anne Marie Whitesell
    Georgetown University Law Center | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 3
  9. Kenneth B Reisenfeld
    BakerHostetler LLP | International Arbitration: Arbitrators
    2024 | Band 3