Int-Arb Arbitrators
& Mediators

• Int-Arb Arbitrators has a diverse list of members.
• Each member is independent and has a sole focus of sitting only as an arbitrator or mediator.
• None of our members are attached to a law firm or barristers’ chambers – eradicating conflicts and allowing you counsel of your choice.
• Unlike anywhere else, our dedicated management team make recommendations that are completely transparent.
• We talk through and have detailed conversations to understand the requirements of the dispute, guiding partners through to trainees with the process of appointment.
• The Int-Arb management team works closely with each member, to ensure they run an efficient practice.
• We understand each of our members’ skillsets and areas of expertise to ensure that we only propose the right arbitrator with sufficient capacity, relevant experience and expertise required for the dispute.
• If we do not have a suitable arbitrator/mediator available, we go the extra mile to assist you, recommending someone from our extensive network.
• Clients receive our unparalleled attention, providing you, the client with an efficient and smooth running experience.
• Our arbitrator members are experienced in substantial international disputes under all of the major arbitral institutional rules in a variety of seats. Each is able to accept appointments as chair, sole or party appointed arbitrator, or mediator.

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Each of our members has a diverse background and can speak various languages fluently and/or proficiently in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German and Italian.

We want to be your first point of call when looking to appoint an arbitrator, mediator or dispute board member. If you would like to make an enquiry, please contact us.

During this unprecedented time, Int Arb Arbitrators and Mediators are adept at conducting arbitrations, mediations, meetings and dispute boards virtually to ensure dispute resolution continues.

If you would like to find out more about our members availability and capabilities or to discuss the logistics of your dispute please contact the management team.

Arbitration

Our arbitrator members are internationally recognised with experience in substantial disputes under all of the key institutional rules including ICC, ICDR, LCIA, ISCID, SIAC, DIAC, HKIAC, CAS, UNCITRAL, WIPO and AdHoc in variety of seats in ranging from London, New York, Paris, Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong and Geneva and in other regions across Middle-East, US, Canada, Europe, Latin America and Caribbean.

Int-Arb Arbitrators have expertise in complex investor state, construction and engineering, aviation & aerospace, corporate and commercial disputes including maritime, technology and cyber, telecommunications, banking, transport, IP, M&A, Insurance and re-insurance, mining, energy, oil & gas.

Each arbitrator can accept sole, party-appointed and chair appointments.

Arbitrators

David Cairns

Short bio

Appointments

ICSID, ICC, AAA, LCIA, WIPO, Court of Arbitration (Madrid), Court of Arbitration for Sport, UNCITRAL, AdHoc

Key Practice Areas

• Investor State
• Commercial
• Construction & Infrastructure
• Intellectual Property
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Joint Ventures

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Calvin Hamilton

Short bio

Appointments

ICC, ICDR, LCIA, Court of Arbitration (Madrid), Zurich Chamber of Commerce, UNCITRAL

Key Practice Areas

• Investor State
• Corporate & Commercial
• Shareholder Disputes
• Joint Venture & Sale of Goods
• Energy & Natural resources
• Procurement
• Technology
• Manufacturing & Distribution
• Construction & Infrastructure
• Banking & Finance

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John Judge

Short bio

Appointments

ICC, LCIA, ICDR, SIAC, BCICAC, AdHoc

Key Practice Areas

• Investor State
• Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure
• Insurance
• Mining, Energy, Oil & Gas
• IT & Telecommunications
• Banking & Finance
• Transport

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Janet Walker

Short bio

Appointments

ICC, HKIAC, ICDR, DIAC, SIAC, KCAB, AdHoc

Key Practice Areas

• Construction
• Heavy Equipment
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Shareholder Disputes
• Intellectual Property
• Environment
• Finance
• Employment

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Adrian
Cole

Advisory Board Member

Wolf von Kumberg

Short bio

Appointments

AAA, ICDR, ICC, LCIA, AIAC & AdHoc

Key Practice Areas

• Aviation & Aerospace
• Cyber
• Engineering
• Technology
• Maritime
• Investor State
• Insurance & Reinsurance

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Russell Thirgood

Short bio

Key Practice Areas

• Construction & Infrastructure
• Energy & Natural Resources
• Commercial

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Mediation

Int-Arb Mediators has a leading reputation within the international dispute resolution arena and sit on CEDR, AIAC, WIPO, SCCA and the AAA/ICDR panels.

Disputes experience has largely been cross-border covering Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, New York, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Washington, Toronto, Frankfurt and London, across UK and throughout Europe.

Our expertise lies in aviation and aerospace, commercial and contractual claims particularly in construction, fraud, pharmaceuticals, energy, technology, cyber IP, media as well as professional negligence, family trust and local authority PFI and large-scale project disputes.

Mediators

Jane Player

Short bio

Key Practice Areas

• Corporate and Contractual disputes
• Intellectual Property
• IT & Telecommunications
• Media & Entertainment
• Professional Negligence
• Banking & Finance
• Insurance

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Wolf von Kumberg

Short bio

Appointments

AAA, ICDR, ICC, LCIA, AIAC & AdHoc

Key Practice Areas

• Aviation & Aerospace
• Cyber
• Engineering
• Technology
• Maritime
• Investor State
• Insurance & Reinsurance

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Dispute Boards

These boards are used in construction, aerospace and technology sectors where long term commitments and relationships are at the forefront. Any conflicts arising can be dealt with expeditiously and cost effectively, ensuring projects are delivered and relationships continue. Please contact us for further information.

Please contact Managing Director, Sam Carter to discuss Int-Arb Arbitrators terms and conditions.

If you would like to add your event to our industry calendar, please let us know.

Note: all information has been taken from public domains.

Int-Arb Arbitrators are delighted to announce new member Russell Thirgood. Read the full press statement here.

Int Arb Arbitrators & Mediators are speaking at the ICC Arbitration & ADR – Technical Webinar Series

Time 8.50am

Date 23 April 2020

Register here

See Janet’s profile here.

See Wolf’s profile here.

Owen Lawrence, CEO, International Arbitration Centre (IAC), is providing a demonstration of IAC Online, a virtual arbitration platform.

Prepare Yourselves, the Storm in Disputes is Coming – Wolf von Kumberg

Wolf von Kumberg writes about virtual arbitration in the current crisis.

See Wolf’s profile here.

Press release – 1 April 2020

Int Arb Arbitrators & Mediators launches its first international outpost in Washington D.C adding leading mediator and arbitrator, Wolf von Kumberg to its roster of independent members.

See Wolf’s profile here.

Virtual Hearings: An Arbitrator’s Perspective by Professor Janet Walker

Read the PDF here

See Janet’s profile here.

ASA Arbitration Practice Seminar – 26-28 June 2020

Janet Walker will be in attendance as a moderator.

Location: Frankfurt, Germany

https://www.arbitration-ch.org/en/asa/asa-arbitration-practice-seminar/index.html

See Janet’s profile here.

GAR Live Atlanta – 14 September 2020

Janet Walker sitting as one of three co-chairs.

Location: Atlanta Centre for Mediation and Arbitration at Georgia State University College of Law.

http://gar.live/atlanta2019

See Janet’s profile here.

Past Events

Int-Arb Arbitrators is now officially open and announce the arrival of their first members. Read the full press statement here.

Signs of Spring Breakfast Briefing – In collaboration with ArbitralWomen and The ERA Pledge – 26 February 2020

How is the conversation on diversity evolving in international arbitration? Professor Walker will be addressing some of the positive developments.

Date: 26 February 2020
Location: International Arbitration Centre, 190 Fleet Street, London, EC4A 2AG

See the event flyer here.

See Janet’s profile here.

IACL – 27 March 2020

Janet Walker to provide Key Note to fellows at Stellenbosch Meeting

http://www.icl-assoc.com/events/event-details.html?id=16

See Janet’s profile here.

ICLA Symposium – 20th February 2020

Discuss Topic: ‘Risk’ Keynote address by Janet Walker Osgoode Law School

Location: Wollhaf Konferenz und Bankettcenter, Stuttgart Airport Terminal 1 Level 4

http://www.icl-assoc.com/events/event-details.html?id=16

See Janet’s profile here.

International Arbitration Supper Club: Keynote Speaker John Judge addressing “Challenges in today’s arbitration market: what can be done on both sides of the Pond?”

Date: 3 February 2020

Location: Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, 35^th Floor – 1290 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY, 10104-3300

See John’s profile here.

6^th Annual Bahamas Arbitration and Investment Summit – Caribbean, Latin America and Other Emerging Markets 2020: A clear vision for your future.

Calvin Hamilton will be covering the Topic: “Diversity in Arbitration – Race and Gender: Is it a black and white issue?”

Date: Friday 31 January 2020

Location: Warwick Paradise Island, Nassau, Bahamas.

Time: 8am – 5pm Local Time

For further information please contact Calvin’s Management Team at arbitrators@int-arb.com or +44 (0) 203 928 7281

See Calvin’s profile here.

Expanding Arbitration in your Practice: An Open Roundtable Discussion – 17 February 2020

Calvin A. Hamilton will be in attendance as panel member.

Location: BL&P Training Room, Garrison Hill, St Michael, Barbados

See Calvin’s profile here.