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Rankings overview for Individuals

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Band 1

  1. Klaus Michael Sachs CMS21 Years Ranked
  2. Michael Moser Twenty Essex25 Years Ranked
  3. Wolfgang Peter Peter & Kim25 Years Ranked
  4. Albert Jan van den BergHanotiau & Van den Berg
  5. Alexis MourreMCL Arbitration
  6. Bernard HanotiauHanotiau & Van den Berg
  7. Gabrielle Kaufmann-KohlerLévy Kaufmann-Kohler
  8. Ian Glick KCOne Essex Court
  9. Jean E KalickiArbitration Chambers
  10. John BeecheyArbitration Chambers
  11. John M TownsendHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
  12. Juan Fernández-ArmestoArmesto & Asociados
  13. Judith Gill KCGill Arbitration Services
  14. Laurent LévyLévy Kaufmann-Kohler
  15. Lucy ReedArbitration Chambers
  16. Neil KaplanArbitration Chambers
  17. Pierre MayerMayer Greenberg
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Band 2

  1. Carole Malinvaud
    Carole Malinvaud Gide Loyrette Nouel23 Years Ranked
  2. Chiann Bao Chiann Bao5 Years Ranked
  3. Claus von Wobeser
    Claus von Wobeser Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC25 Years Ranked
  4. Edna R Sussman
    Edna R Sussman Sussman ADR LLC10 Years Ranked
  5. Eric Schwartz
    Eric Schwartz Schwartz Arbitration24 Years Ranked
  6. John Fellas Fellas Arbitration17 Years Ranked
  7. Lawrence Schaner
    Lawrence Schaner Schaner Dispute Resolution LLC13 Years Ranked
  8. Luca G Radicati di Brozolo
    Luca G Radicati di Brozolo ARBLIT – Radicati di Brozolo Sabatini Benedettelli Torsello19 Years Ranked
  9. Zachary Douglas KC 3 Verulam Buildings18 Years Ranked
  10. Brigitte SternUniversité de Paris I (Panthéon-Sorbonne)
  11. Eduardo ZuletaArbitration Chambers
  12. Elliot E PolebaumPolebaum Arbitration
  13. Gary BornWilmerHale
  14. Georg von Segesservon Segesser Law Offices
  15. Juliet BlanchArbitration Chambers
  16. L Yves Fortier, PC, CC, OQ KCCabinet Yves Fortier
  17. Lawrence BooThe Arbitration Chambers
  18. Loretta Malintoppi39 Essex Chambers
  19. Michael Hwang SCMichael Hwang SC
  20. Michael PrylesMichael Charles Pryles
  21. Toby Landau KCDuxton Hill Chambers (Singapore Group Practice)
  22. William W ParkWilliam W Park - Sole Practitioner
  23. Yves DerainsDerains & Gharavi

All Individuals profiles

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Band 1

  1. 1
    Klaus Michael Sachs
    CMS
    CMS | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1 | 21 Years Ranked

    Klaus Michael Sachs is a go-to practitioner for cases under ICC, ICAC and LCIA rules. He is based in Munich.

  2. 1
    Michael Moser
    Twenty Essex | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1 | 25 Years Ranked

    Michael Moser is a top arbitrator for commercial claims. He is fluent in Mandarin and experienced in handling complex cases in the APAC region.

  3. 1
    Wolfgang Peter
    Peter & Kim
    Peter & Kim | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1 | 25 Years Ranked

    Wolfgang Peter is a premier practitioner who regularly sits on complex arbitrations. He is located in Switzerland and is regularly engaged for energy and M&A disputes.

  4. Albert Jan van den Berg
    Hanotiau & Van den Berg | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  5. Alexis Mourre
    MCL Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  6. Bernard Hanotiau
    Hanotiau & Van den Berg | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  7. Gabrielle Kaufmann-Kohler
    Lévy Kaufmann-Kohler | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  8. Ian Glick KC
    One Essex Court | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  9. Jean E Kalicki
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  10. John Beechey
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  11. John M Townsend
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  12. Juan Fernández-Armesto
    Armesto & Asociados | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  13. Judith Gill KC
    Gill Arbitration Services | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  14. Laurent Lévy
    Lévy Kaufmann-Kohler | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  15. Lucy Reed
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  16. Neil Kaplan
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
  17. Pierre Mayer
    Mayer Greenberg | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. Carole Malinvaud
    2
    Carole Malinvaud
    Gide Loyrette Nouel
    Gide Loyrette Nouel | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 23 Years Ranked

    Carole Malinvaud comes recommended for her abilities in construction and energy disputes. She works on cases across Europe and francophone Africa.

  2. 2
    Chiann Bao
    Chiann Bao | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    Chiann Bao is respected for her abilities in handling matters under SIAC, LCIA and VIAC rules. She also acts as a mediator.

  3. Claus von Wobeser
    2
    Claus von Wobeser
    Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC
    Von Wobeser y Sierra, SC | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 25 Years Ranked
    Claus von Wobeser is an esteemed practitioner who maintains a strong global profile. He is adept at handling complex commercial disputes.
  4. Edna R Sussman
    2
    Edna R Sussman
    Sussman ADR LLC | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 10 Years Ranked

    Edna Sussman is lauded for her strong skills as an arbitrator. She has robust experience of complex disputes, including energy and finance claims.

  5. Eric Schwartz
    2
    Eric Schwartz
    Schwartz Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 24 Years Ranked
    Eric Schwartz is located in New York and best known for handling cases in North America and Europe. He often handles energy, IP and IT disputes.
  6. 2
    John Fellas
    Fellas Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 17 Years Ranked

    John Fellas is a respected arbitrator who often handles cases under ICC and LCIA rules. He is based in New York.

  7. Lawrence Schaner
    2
    Lawrence Schaner
    Schaner Dispute Resolution LLC | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 13 Years Ranked

    Lawrence Schaner is based in Chicago. He has a wealth of experience acting as an arbitrator under ICC and ICDR rules.

  8. Luca G Radicati di Brozolo
    2
    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
    2025 | Band 2 | 19 Years Ranked

    Luca Radicati di Brozolo noted for his capabilities in commercial and investor-state arbitrations. He regularly appears in cases under LCIA, SIAC and ICSID rules.

  9. 2
    Zachary Douglas KC
    3 Verulam Buildings | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2 | 18 Years Ranked

    Zachary Douglas KC regularly handles cases governed by ICC and LCIA rules. He is fluent in French and Russian.

  10. Brigitte Stern
    Université de Paris I (Panthéon-Sorbonne) | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  11. Eduardo Zuleta
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  12. Elliot E Polebaum
    Polebaum Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  13. Gary Born
    WilmerHale | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  14. Georg von Segesser
    von Segesser Law Offices | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  15. Juliet Blanch
    Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  16. L Yves Fortier, PC, CC, OQ KC
    Cabinet Yves Fortier | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  17. Lawrence Boo
    The Arbitration Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  18. Loretta Malintoppi
    39 Essex Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  19. Michael Hwang SC
    Michael Hwang SC | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  20. Michael Pryles
    Michael Charles Pryles | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  21. Toby Landau KC
    Duxton Hill Chambers (Singapore Group Practice) | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  22. William W Park
    William W Park - Sole Practitioner | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
  23. Yves Derains
    Derains & Gharavi | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 2
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Band 3

  1. Aníbal Martin Sabater
    3
    Aníbal Martin Sabater
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP
    Chaffetz Lindsey LLP | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 15 Years Ranked

    Anibal Martin Sabater is a noted arbitrator based in New York. He is best known for his work in the Latin America region.

  2. Antonio Hierro
    3
    Antonio Hierro
    Hierro Estudio Legal | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 23 Years Ranked

    Antonio Hierro is a highly-regarded arbitrator based in Madrid. He is particularly well known for his work on arbitrations in the LatAm region.

  3. Benjamin Hughes
    3
    Benjamin Hughes
    Hughes Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked

    Benjamin Hughes is a respected practitioner who is highlighted for his work in Asia. He is experienced in handling cases under SIAC and HKIAC rules.

    Key sectors
    Business and Professional Services|Energy and Utilities|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Property, Construction and Infrastructure|Transport
  4. Carlos González-Bueno
    3
    Carlos González-Bueno
    González-Bueno SLP | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 9 Years Ranked

    Carlos González-Bueno is based in Madrid. He regularly acts as an arbitrator in proceedings held under ICC and ICDR rules.

  5. 3
    D. Brian King
    DBKing Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 1 Years Ranked

    Brian King is a sole practitioner who is based in New York. He is an esteemed arbitrator who`s expertise covers energy, construction and life sciences, among other areas.

  6. David Arias
    3
    David Arias
    Arias SLP
    Arias SLP | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 21 Years Ranked

    David Arias is a noted practitioner who regularly chairs cases across Europe, Asia and the USA. He is fluent in English, Spanish and French and experienced in disputes held under ICC, ICDIS and LCIA rules, among others.

  7. Eduardo Silva Romero
    3
    Eduardo Silva Romero
    Wordstone Dispute Resolution
    Wordstone Dispute Resolution | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 20 Years Ranked

    Eduardo Silva Romero is an experienced arbitrator based in Paris. 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)
  8. Michael W Bühler
    3
    Michael W Bühler
    Bühler Arbitration
    Bühler Arbitration | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3 | 24 Years Ranked

    Michael Bühler is a respected arbitrator who is experienced in proceedings under ICC and DIAC rules, among others. He is based in Paris.

  9. Bernardo M Cremades Sanz-Pastor
    B Cremades y Asociados | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3
  10. Georges Affaki
    AFFAKI | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3
  11. Guido Santiago Tawil
    Guido Tawil - Sole Practitioner | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3
  12. Henri C Alvarez KC
    Henri Alvarez, K.C. - sole practitioner | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3
  13. Klaus Reichert
    Brick Court Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3
  14. Lord Hoffmann KC
    Brick Court Chambers | International Arbitration: Most In Demand Arbitrators
    2025 | Band 3