Ranking tables
International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators | Global
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Rankings overview for Individuals
Band 1
- Albert Jan van den Berg Hanotiau & Van den Berg20 Years Ranked
- Bernard Hanotiau Hanotiau & Van den Berg22 Years Ranked
- Ian Glick KC One Essex Court20 Years Ranked
- Klaus Michael Sachs CMS20 Years Ranked
Laurent Aynès Darrois Villey Maillot Brochier18 Years Ranked
Luca G Radicati di Brozolo ARBLIT – Radicati di Brozolo Sabatini Benedettelli Torsello18 Years Ranked
Veijo Heiskanen Lalive12 Years Ranked
Yves Derains Derains & Gharavi24 Years Ranked- Brigitte SternUniversité de Paris I (Panthéon-Sorbonne)
- Gabrielle Kaufmann-KohlerLévy Kaufmann-Kohler
- Georg von Segesservon Segesser Law Offices
- John BeecheyArbitration Chambers
- Juan Fernández-ArmestoArmesto & Asociados
- Laurent LévyLévy Kaufmann-Kohler
- Pierre MayerMayer Greenberg
Band 2
Carole Malinvaud Gide Loyrette Nouel22 Years Ranked- Christopher Style KC One Essex Court14 Years Ranked
Domitille Baizeau Lalive16 Years Ranked
Eduardo Silva Romero Wordstone Dispute Resolution19 Years Ranked- J. William Rowley KC Twenty Essex23 Years Ranked
Laurence Shore BonelliErede18 Years Ranked
Matthias Scherer Lalive15 Years Ranked
Melanie van Leeuwen Derains & Gharavi6 Years Ranked
Michael E Schneider Lalive24 Years Ranked
Paolo Michele Patocchi Patocchi & Marzolini24 Years Ranked- Pierre Tercier Peter & Kim20 Years Ranked
- Wolfgang Peter Peter & Kim24 Years Ranked
- Alexis MourreMGC Arbitration
- Bernardo M Cremades Sanz-PastorB Cremades y Asociados
- Gary BornWilmerHale
- Juliet BlanchArbitration Chambers
- Kaj Hobér3 Verulam Buildings
- Klaus ReichertBrick Court Chambers
- Maxi SchererWilmerHale
- Nathalie Voserrothorn legal
- Philipp HabeggerHabegger Arbitration
- Pierre-Yves GunterGunter Arbitration
- Vera Van HoutteVera Van Houtte - Sole Practitioner
Band 3
- Andrew Foyle One Essex Court6 Years Ranked
- Dame Elizabeth Gloster KC One Essex Court2 Years Ranked
- David Neuberger One Essex Court2 Years Ranked
Elliott Geisinger Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd19 Years Ranked
Gabrielle Nater-Bass Homburger17 Years Ranked
Hamid G Gharavi Derains & Gharavi17 Years Ranked- Julian D. M. Lew KC Twenty Essex17 Years Ranked
- Pascal Hollander Hanotiau & Van den Berg19 Years Ranked
- Siegfried H. Elsing Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe20 Years Ranked
- Wendy J Miles KC Twenty Essex16 Years Ranked
Xavier Favre-Bulle Lenz & Staehelin18 Years Ranked- Andreas ReinerARP Andreas Reiner & Partners
- Charles PoncetPoncet SARL
- Christopher Greenwood KCEssex Court Chambers
- Daniel HochstrasserDaniel Hochstrasser AG
- David AriasArias SLP
- Deva VillanúaDevarb
- Eva KalninaArbitration Chambers
- Inka HanefeldHanefeld Rechtsanwälte
- Joe Smouha KCEssex Court Chambers
- Olivier CaprasseCaprasse Arbitration
- Pierre-Yves TschanzTschanz Arbitration
- Sébastien BessonLévy Kaufmann-Kohler
- Thomas ClayClay Arbitration
- Zachary Douglas KC3 Verulam Buildings
All Individuals profiles
Band 1
1 Albert Jan van den Berg
Hanotiau & Van den Berg | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedBrussels-based Albert Jan Van den Berg of Hanotiau & Van den Berg remains one of the top choices to act as arbitrator in international tribunals. He has extensive expertise in investment treaty arbitration and is frequently appointed on cases brought under either BITs or the ECT.1 Bernard HanotiauHanotiau & Van den Berg | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1 | 22 Years RankedBernard Hanotiau of Hanotiau & Van den Berg is held in high esteem for his excellence as arbitrator. He regularly sits in complex commercial and investment treaty cases especially those concerning the mining, construction and pharmaceutical sectors.1 Ian Glick KCOne Essex Court | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked"He is acutely intelligent and a repository of knowledge on applicable law and procedures. He is also crisp and efficient in analysing issues and formulating questions."1 Klaus Michael Sachs
CMS | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedKlaus Michael Sachs of CMS remains one of Germany's top arbitrators and often sits in high-profile construction and energy disputes. He is widely held in high esteem for his capacity to lead tribunals in commercial and investment treaty cases on a Europe-wide and global basis.1 Laurent AynèsDarrois Villey Maillot Brochier | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1 | 18 Years RankedParis-based Laurent Aynès of Darrois Villey Maillot Brochier is trusted for his excellence as an arbitrator in ICC and UNCITRAL tribunals.1 Luca G Radicati di Brozolo
ARBLIT – Radicati di Brozolo Sabatini Benedettelli Torsello | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1 | 18 Years RankedLuca Radicati di Brozolo of ARBLIT – Radicati di Brozolo Sabatini Benedettelli Torsello is one of Italy's top arbitrators and is in high demand for his strength in European-wide cases under ICSID and ICC rules. He acts as president and co-arbitrator in tribunals.1 Veijo Heiskanen
Lalive | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1 | 12 Years RankedGeneva-based Veijo Heiskanen is a strong choice for European states and state-owned companies regarding large-scale investor-state arbitrations under ICSID and ICC rules. He also handles cases seated in Finland and acts as president in various tribunals.1 Yves Derains
Derains & Gharavi | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1 | 24 Years RankedYves Derains remains in demand for his role as president and co-arbitrator in both commercial and investor-state disputes. He is revered for handling a variety of rules including those of the ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL, with expertise in overseeing construction, telecommunications and pharmaceutical disputes.- Brigitte SternUniversité de Paris I (Panthéon-Sorbonne) | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1
- Gabrielle Kaufmann-KohlerLévy Kaufmann-Kohler | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1
- Georg von Segesservon Segesser Law Offices | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1
- John BeecheyArbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1
- Juan Fernández-ArmestoArmesto & Asociados | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1
- Laurent LévyLévy Kaufmann-Kohler | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1
- Pierre MayerMayer Greenberg | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 1
Band 2
2 Carole Malinvaud
Gide Loyrette Nouel | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 22 Years RankedParis-based Carole Malinvaud is a widely acclaimed counsel and arbitrator inside and outside of France. She acts as chair and co-arbitrator in tribunals under ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL rules. Malinvaud is also appreciated for her counsel work, where she represents clients in ICC arbitrations and related court proceedings.2 Christopher Style KCOne Essex Court | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedChristopher Style KC of One Essex Court is frequently appointed as chair in a variety of international arbitrations under ICC and LCIA rules across London, Paris and Zürich. He is also a CEDR-accredited mediator.2 Domitille BaizeauLalive | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedDomitille Baizeau demonstrates prowess in acting as counsel in various investor-state and commercial disputes governed by different arbitration rules such as those of the ICC and UNCITRAL. She is also an increasingly visible arbitrator, acting as president or co-arbitrator in European-seated tribunals.2 Eduardo Silva RomeroWordstone Dispute Resolution | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 19 Years RankedEduardo Silva Romero has an impressive caseload of investor-state arbitration mandates handing significant Europe-linked ICSID and PCA-administered UNCITRAL arbitrations for European states and investors. He also attracts attention from market commentators for his activity as arbitrator. He established Wordstone Dispute Resolution in January 2024.2 J. William Rowley KC
Twenty Essex | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 23 Years RankedWilliam Rowley KC of Twenty Essex is often appointed as arbitrator in high-profile European investment treaty cases, especially those that concern mining and energy disputes.2 Laurence Shore
BonelliErede | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 18 Years RankedMilan-based Laurence Shore of BonelliErede enjoys a strong standing in the market for his role as president and co-arbitrator in prominent investment-treaty and commercial cases under ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL rules.2 Matthias SchererLalive | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedClients appreciate Matthias Scherer for his expertise in high-profile investor-state arbitrations under ICSID rules, where he mostly acts for European states. He is also in demand as an arbitrator, sitting in ICC and SCC tribunals in Switzerland and Stockholm.2 Melanie van LeeuwenDerains & Gharavi | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedParis-based Melanie van Leeuwen advances in the rankings due to her growing presence in the market. She often acts as co-arbitrator and president in commercial and investor-state disputes under ICC and ICSID rules, with a focus on the energy and telecommunications sectors.2 Michael E SchneiderLalive | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 24 Years RankedMichael Schneider is a well-respected figure in the European arbitration community. He is particularly appreciated for his role as an arbitrator in ICSID and ICC tribunals across the continent.2 Paolo Michele Patocchi
Patocchi & Marzolini | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 24 Years RankedPaolo Michele Patocchi acts as chair and co-arbitrator on a range of commercial and investment treaty cases. He is a founding partner of the Geneva firm Patocchi & Marzolini and wins roles on cases seated in various European jurisdictions especially those in relation to energy, construction and shareholder disputes.Key sectorsAviation and Aerospace|Defence and Space|Energy and Utilities|Government and Public Sector|Property, Construction and Infrastructure2 Pierre Tercier
Peter & Kim | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 20 Years RankedPierre Tercier of Peter & Kim is one of the top arbitrators in the European market, often acting as president in complex investor-state and commercial arbitration tribunals under ICSID and ICC rules.2 Wolfgang PeterPeter & Kim | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2 | 24 Years RankedWolfgang Peter of Peter & Kim is a high-profile figure in the Swiss and European arbitration world. He regularly sits in ICC and ICSID tribunals.- Alexis MourreMGC Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
- Bernardo M Cremades Sanz-PastorB Cremades y Asociados | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
- Gary BornWilmerHale | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
- Juliet BlanchArbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
- Kaj Hobér3 Verulam Buildings | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
- Klaus ReichertBrick Court Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
- Maxi SchererWilmerHale | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
- Nathalie Voserrothorn legal | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
- Philipp HabeggerHabegger Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
- Pierre-Yves GunterGunter Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
- Vera Van HoutteVera Van Houtte - Sole Practitioner | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 2
Band 3
3 Andrew FoyleOne Essex Court | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedAndrew Foyle of One Essex Court is often appointed as sole and co-arbitrator in commercial disputes relating to the finance and energy sectors, whereby he sits in London and Paris-based tribunals under LCIA and ICC rules.3 Dame Elizabeth Gloster KCOne Essex Court | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedFormer judge Elizabeth Gloster of One Essex Court acts as arbitrator in commercial and investment treaty cases under ICC and ICSID rules.3 David NeubergerOne Essex Court | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedFollowing his time as President of the Supreme Court of the UK David Neuberger has been increasingly sitting in commercial and investor-state tribunals under ICSID and LCIA rules.3 Elliott Geisinger
Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 19 Years RankedElliott Geisinger acts as counsel in commercial and investor-state arbitrations under ICC and SCC rules as well as arbitration-related litigation in front of Swiss courts. He is also renowned for his role as chair and co-arbitrator in shareholder and energy disputes.3 Gabrielle Nater-Bass
Homburger | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedGabrielle Nater-Bass of Homburger is frequently sought to act as president and sole arbitrator on complex commercial arbitration matters. She has in-depth experience of overseeing proceedings involving transport, energy and oil sectors. She regularly sits in ICC proceedings.3 Hamid G GharaviDerains & Gharavi | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedSovereign states and investors regularly mandate Hamid Gharavi for his strength in complex investor-state disputes under ICSID rules. He is also sought after for his prowess in handling annulment proceedings in front of French courts.3 Julian D. M. Lew KCTwenty Essex | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedJulian Lew KC of Twenty Essex draws on his long-standing experience as an arbitrator when presiding over complex disputes under ICC, ICSID and UNCITRAL rules. He also handles ECT claims under SCC rules.3 Pascal HollanderHanotiau & Van den Berg | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 19 Years RankedPascal Hollander of Hanotiau & Van den Berg regularly sits in commercial arbitration tribunals across Europe, whereby he acts as president and co-arbitrator. He has particular experience with construction disputes.3 Siegfried H. Elsing
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 20 Years RankedSiegfried Elsing is sought after as an arbitrator for commercial and investment cases, with extensive experience handling ICSID and ICC rules. He is based in the firm's Düsseldorf office.3 Wendy J Miles KCTwenty Essex | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 16 Years RankedWendy Miles KC of Twenty Essex is sought after for her role as arbitrator in ICC, LCIA and ICSID tribunals, especially those in relation to the construction, finance and energy sectors.3 Xavier Favre-Bulle
Lenz & Staehelin | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3 | 18 Years RankedGeneva-based Xavier Favre-Bulle of Lenz & Staehelin handles arbitrations under Swiss Rules and in front of the CAS. Additionally, he is sought after as a co-arbitrator in ICC tribunals.- Andreas ReinerARP Andreas Reiner & Partners | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Charles PoncetPoncet SARL | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Christopher Greenwood KCEssex Court Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Daniel HochstrasserDaniel Hochstrasser AG | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- David AriasArias SLP | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Deva VillanúaDevarb | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Eva KalninaArbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Inka HanefeldHanefeld Rechtsanwälte | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Joe Smouha KCEssex Court Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Olivier CaprasseCaprasse Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Pierre-Yves TschanzTschanz Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Sébastien BessonLévy Kaufmann-Kohler | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Thomas ClayClay Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3
- Zachary Douglas KC3 Verulam Buildings | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators2024 | Band 3