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Rankings overview for Individuals

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  1. Alexis Mourre
    Alexis Mourre Mourre Chessa Le Lay Arbitration - MCL Arbitration21 Years Ranked
  2. Gabrielle Kaufmann-Kohler
    Gabrielle Kaufmann-Kohler LKK Arbitration26 Years Ranked
  3. John M Townsend Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP25 Years Ranked
  4. Klaus Michael Sachs CMS22 Years Ranked
  5. Laurent Lévy
    Laurent Lévy LKK Arbitration25 Years Ranked
  6. Luca G Radicati di Brozolo
    Luca G Radicati di Brozolo ARBLIT – Radicati di Brozolo Sabatini Benedettelli Torsello20 Years Ranked
  7. Wolfgang Peter
    Wolfgang Peter Peter & Kim26 Years Ranked
  8. Bernard HanotiauHanotiau Tossens Goldman
  9. Brigitte SternUniversité de Paris I (Panthéon-Sorbonne)
  10. Ian Glick KCOne Essex Court
  11. Jean E KalickiArbitration Chambers
  12. John BeecheyArbitration Chambers
  13. Judith Gill KCGill Arbitration Services
  14. Loretta Malintoppi39 Essex Chambers
  15. Lucy ReedArbitration Chambers
  16. Michael MoserTwenty Essex
  17. Neil KaplanArbitration Chambers
  18. Pierre MayerMayer Greenberg
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  1. Carole Malinvaud
    Carole Malinvaud Gide Loyrette Nouel24 Years Ranked
  2. Chiann Bao
    Chiann Bao ArbBoutique6 Years Ranked
  3. Claus von Wobeser
    Claus von Wobeser Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC26 Years Ranked
  4. David Arias
    David Arias Arias SLP22 Years Ranked
  5. Eduardo Silva Romero
    Eduardo Silva Romero Wordstone Dispute Resolution21 Years Ranked
  6. Gary Born WilmerHale25 Years Ranked
  7. John Fellas Fellas Arbitration18 Years Ranked
  8. Lawrence Schaner
    Lawrence Schaner Schaner Dispute Resolution LLC14 Years Ranked
  9. Albert Jan van den BergVan den Berg Arbitration
  10. Edna R SussmanSussman ADR LLC
  11. Eduardo ZuletaArbitration Chambers
  12. Elliot E PolebaumPolebaum Arbitration
  13. Juan Fernández-ArmestoArmesto Dispute Resolution
  14. Juliet BlanchArbitration Chambers
  15. Klaus ReichertBrick Court Chambers
  16. Lawrence BooThe Arbitration Chambers
  17. Michael PrylesMichael Charles Pryles
  18. Toby Landau KCDuxton Hill Chambers (Singapore Group Practice)
  19. Yves DerainsDerains & Gharavi
  20. Zachary Douglas KC3 Verulam Buildings
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  1. Aníbal Martin Sabater
    Aníbal Martin Sabater Chaffetz Lindsey LLP16 Years Ranked
  2. Benjamin Hughes
    Benjamin Hughes Hughes Arbitration14 Years Ranked
  3. Bernard Rix KC
    Bernard Rix KC Twenty Essex1 Years Ranked
  4. Carlos González-Bueno
    Carlos González-Bueno González-Bueno SLP10 Years Ranked
  5. D. Brian King
    D. Brian King DBKing Arbitration2 Years Ranked
  6. Eric Schwartz
    Eric Schwartz Schwartz Arbitration25 Years Ranked
  7. Georges Affaki AFFAKI9 Years Ranked
  8. Michael W Bühler
    Michael W Bühler Bühler Arbitration25 Years Ranked
  9. Richard F Ziegler
    Richard F Ziegler AcumenADR14 Years Ranked
  10. Antonio HierroHierro Estudio Legal
  11. Bernardo M Cremades Sanz-PastorB Cremades y Asociados
  12. Georg von SegesserVon Segesser Law Offices
  13. Guido Santiago TawilGuido Tawil - Sole Practitioner
  14. Henri C Alvarez KCHenri Alvarez, K.C. - sole practitioner
  15. L Yves Fortier, PC, CC, OQ KCCabinet Yves Fortier
  16. Michael Hwang SCMichael Hwang SC

All Individuals profiles

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Band 1

  1. Alexis Mourre
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    Alexis Mourre
    Mourre Chessa Le Lay Arbitration - MCL Arbitration
    Mourre Chessa Le Lay Arbitration - MCL Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1 | 21 Years Ranked

    Alexis Mourre is a notable name in the field, with particular expertise in cases in Europe and Latin America. He is fluent in French, English, Italian and Spanish, and is experienced in matters under ICC and ICSID rules, amongst others.

  2. Gabrielle Kaufmann-Kohler
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    Gabrielle Kaufmann-Kohler
    LKK Arbitration
    LKK Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1 | 26 Years Ranked

    Gabrielle Kaufmann-Kohler is a highly regarded arbitrator capable in expertly handling investment treaty and commercial cases. She has particular strength under the ICC, LCIA and ICSID rules.

  3. 1
    John M Townsend
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1 | 25 Years Ranked

    John Townsend is a notable figure for commercial and investment treaty arbitrations across Europe and in the USA. He frequently appears on matters under ICC, LCIA and ICSID rules.

  4. 1
    Klaus Michael Sachs
    CMS
    CMS | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1 | 22 Years Ranked

    Klaus Michael Sachs is based in Munich and is a highly reputed practitioner, particularly for cases under ICC, ICAC and LCIA rules. His linguistic capabilities includes fluency in German, English, French, Italian and Spanish.

  5. Laurent Lévy
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    Laurent Lévy
    LKK Arbitration
    LKK Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1 | 25 Years Ranked

    Laurent Lévy is notable name in the arbitration field, and can often be seen working on Swiss cases. His experience includes considerable expertise of cases under ICC, LCIA and ICSID rules.

  6. Luca G Radicati di Brozolo
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    Luca G Radicati di Brozolo
    ARBLIT – Radicati di Brozolo Sabatini Benedettelli Torsello
    ARBLIT – Radicati di Brozolo Sabatini Benedettelli Torsello | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked

    Luca Radicati di Brozolo often appears in arbitrations under LCIA, SIAC and ICSID rules, among others. He is particularly known for his ability in commercial and investor-state arbitrations.

  7. Wolfgang Peter
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    Wolfgang Peter
    Peter & Kim
    Peter & Kim | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1 | 26 Years Ranked

    Wolfgang Peter is highly reputed practitioner based in Switzerland. His expertise include strength in energy and M&A disputes, and he is a top choice for complex arbitrations.

  8. Bernard Hanotiau
    Hanotiau Tossens Goldman | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
  9. Brigitte Stern
    Université de Paris I (Panthéon-Sorbonne) | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
  10. Ian Glick KC
    One Essex Court | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
  11. Jean E Kalicki
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
  12. John Beechey
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
  13. Judith Gill KC
    Gill Arbitration Services | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
  14. Loretta Malintoppi
    39 Essex Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
  15. Lucy Reed
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
  16. Michael Moser
    Twenty Essex | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
  17. Neil Kaplan
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
  18. Pierre Mayer
    Mayer Greenberg | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. Carole Malinvaud
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    Carole Malinvaud
    Gide Loyrette Nouel
    Gide Loyrette Nouel | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2 | 24 Years Ranked

    Carole Malinvaud is based in Paris and is known for her strength in construction and energy disputes. She often features on cases across Europe and francophone Africa, and is particularly experienced in ICC and ICSID arbitrations.

  2. Chiann Bao
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    Chiann Bao
    ArbBoutique
    ArbBoutique | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked

    Chiann Bao is a highly respected name in the field and is noted for her abilities in handling matters under a range of arbitral rules, including SIAC, LCIA and VIAC rules. She also acts as a mediator.

  3. Claus von Wobeser
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    Claus von Wobeser
    Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC
    Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2 | 26 Years Ranked

    Claus von Wobeser is based in Mexico City and has built a robust global profile for his ability to handle complex commercial disputes. He is particularly experienced handling disputes under ICC, ICDR, LCIA and UNCITRAL rules.

  4. David Arias
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    David Arias
    Arias SLP
    Arias SLP | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2 | 22 Years Ranked

    David Arias is well regarded practitioner who often chairs cases in the USA and across Europe and Asia. He is experienced in matters under ICC, ICDIS and LCIA rules and is fluent in English, Spanish and French.

  5. Eduardo Silva Romero
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    Eduardo Silva Romero
    Wordstone Dispute Resolution
    Wordstone Dispute Resolution | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2 | 21 Years Ranked

    Eduardo Silva Romero is a Paris-based arbitrator known for his capabilities handling disputes involving States and State-owned entities. He often handles cases under ICC, ICSID and LCIA rules.

    Key sectors
    Energy and Utilities|Government and Public Sector|Health and Life Sciences|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)
  6. 2
    Gary Born
    WilmerHale
    WilmerHale | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2 | 25 Years Ranked

    Gary Born is a London-based arbitrator and chairs the firm's international arbitration practice. He has a robust reputation for handling complex commercial disputes.

  7. 2
    John Fellas
    Fellas Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2 | 18 Years Ranked

    John Fellas is highly respected arbitrator based in New York. He frequently handles cases under ICC and LCIA rules and his experience extends across various sectors.

  8. Lawrence Schaner
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    Lawrence Schaner
    Schaner Dispute Resolution LLC | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked

    Lawrence Schaner is a well regarded Chicago-based practitioner known for handling complex commercial arbitrations. Areas of expertise include acting as an arbitrator under ICC and ICDR rules.

  9. Albert Jan van den Berg
    Van den Berg Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  10. Edna R Sussman
    Sussman ADR LLC | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  11. Eduardo Zuleta
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  12. Elliot E Polebaum
    Polebaum Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  13. Juan Fernández-Armesto
    Armesto Dispute Resolution | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  14. Juliet Blanch
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  15. Klaus Reichert
    Brick Court Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  16. Lawrence Boo
    The Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  17. Michael Pryles
    Michael Charles Pryles | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  18. Toby Landau KC
    Duxton Hill Chambers (Singapore Group Practice) | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  19. Yves Derains
    Derains & Gharavi | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
  20. Zachary Douglas KC
    3 Verulam Buildings | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 2
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Band 3

  1. Aníbal Martin Sabater
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    Aníbal Martin Sabater
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3 | 16 Years Ranked

    Aníbal Martin Sabater is based in New York and is an experienced in commercial and investment cases. He is fluent in English and Spanish, and is best known for his work in the Latin America region.

  2. Benjamin Hughes
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    Benjamin Hughes
    Hughes Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked

    Benjamin Hughes is based in Singapore and is highlighted for his work in Asia. He can often be seen handling cases under SIAC and HKIAC rules, as well as others.

  3. Bernard Rix KC
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    Bernard Rix KC
    Twenty Essex
    Twenty Essex | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked

    Bernard Rix KC is based in London and is noted for his expertise handling matters in relation to oil and gas, insurance and shipping. He is experienced in cases under LCIA, ICC, SIAC and HKIAC rules.

  4. Carlos González-Bueno
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    Carlos González-Bueno
    González-Bueno SLP | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked

    Carlos González-Bueno a Madrid-based arbitrator and is fluent in Spanish, English, German, French and Portuguese. He often acts as an arbitrator in proceedings held under ICC, ICDR, AAA and CAM rules, amongst others.

  5. D. Brian King
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    D. Brian King
    DBKing Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
  6. Eric Schwartz
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    Eric Schwartz
    Schwartz Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3 | 25 Years Ranked

    Eric Schwartz is a New York-based practitioner and often handles cases in North America and Europe. Areas of strength include energy, IP and IT related disputes.

  7. 3
    Georges Affaki
    AFFAKI | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3 | 9 Years Ranked

    George Affaki is a Paris-based arbitrator who has a robust reputation arbitrating complex matters, most notably in finance-related arbitrations. He is also fluent in Arabic, English and French.

  8. Michael W Bühler
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    Michael W Bühler
    Bühler Arbitration
    Bühler Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3 | 25 Years Ranked

    Michael Bühler is a Paris based arbitrator with experience in commercial and corporate disputes, and has strength in the oil and gas, energy, construction and engineering industries. He often features in proceedings under ICC and DIAC rules.

  9. Richard F Ziegler
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    Richard F Ziegler
    AcumenADR
    AcumenADR | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked

    Richard Ziegler is an experienced arbitrator capable in arbitrating complex domestic and international disputes, and has particular strength in financial, technology-intensive and regulatory matters.

    Key sectors
    Aviation and Aerospace|Energy and Utilities|Financial Services|Health and Life Sciences|Insurance
  10. Antonio Hierro
    Hierro Estudio Legal | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3
  11. Bernardo M Cremades Sanz-Pastor
    B Cremades y Asociados | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3
  12. Georg von Segesser
    Von Segesser Law Offices | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3
  13. Guido Santiago Tawil
    Guido Tawil - Sole Practitioner | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3
  14. Henri C Alvarez KC
    Henri Alvarez, K.C. - sole practitioner | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3
  15. L Yves Fortier, PC, CC, OQ KC
    Cabinet Yves Fortier | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3
  16. Michael Hwang SC
    Michael Hwang SC | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2026 | Band 3