Application Information - International Centre for Dispute Resolution International Panel of ARBITRATORS AND MEDIATORS
Introduction:
Thank you for your interest in the ICDR International Panel of Arbitrators and Mediators. The ICDR is the international division of the American Arbitration Association, the world's leading provider of private dispute avoidance, conflict management and dispute resolution services. The ICDR Panel is composed of specialists in international dispute resolution from around the world. This geographically diverse group is made up of highly regarded professionals from the business and legal communities.
Openings on our Panel are extremely limited, and are based primarily on caseload needs, national diversity and user preferences. Consequently, even candidates with strong credentials may not be added to our Panel. Both internal (ICDR Executive Staff) and external review committees screen candidates for their case management skills, substantive expertise, commitment, ethics, training, and suitability to the caseload. Panel members are required to have achieved academic and professional honors that mark them as leaders in their respective fields.
Qualifications:
Applicants for membership on the ICDR Panel of Arbitrators and Mediators must meet or exceed the following requirements:
1. QUALIFICATIONS
a. Minimum of 15 years of senior-level business or professional experience.
b. Educational degree(s) and/or professional license(s) appropriate to your field of expertise.
c. Honors, awards and citations indicating leadership in your field.
d. Training and substantial experience in arbitration, mediation and/or other forms of out-of- court dispute resolution.
e. Membership in a professional association(s).
f. Other relevant experience or accomplishments (e.g. published articles).
2. NEUTRALITY
a. Freedom from bias and prejudice.
b. Ability to evaluate and apply legal, business or trade principles.
3. JUDICIAL CAPACITY
a. Ability to manage the hearing process.
b. Thorough and impartial evaluation of testimony and other evidence.
4. REPUTATION
a. Held in the highest regard by peers for integrity, fairness and good judgment.
b. Dedicated to upholding the AAA Code of Ethics for Arbitrators and/or Standards of Conduct for Mediators.
5. COMMITMENT TO ADR PROCESS
a.Willingness to devote time and effort when selected to serve.
b.Willingness to participate in continuing education programs pursuant to ICDR Guidelines.
6. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION*
Request letters of recommendation from at least three active professionals in your field. Letters should not be requested from current employers or organizations you currently serve as an officer, director or trustee. Each letter should address the following:
a. Nature and duration of the relationship with the applicant
b. Why the applicant would be qualified to serve on the ICDR Panel
Recommended sources for letters:
1. Current ICDR Panel member
2. Current or former jurist
3. An attorney who served as your opposing counsel
4. Former employer or client
* Letters of recommendation must be sent directly to the contacts below from the writers, in sealed envelopes.
7. PERSONAL LETTER
Submit a letter explaining why you should be admitted to the ICDR International Panel of Arbitrators and Mediators. Please note that as a general rule only experienced international arbitrators and mediators will be considered. Your letter should also acknowledge your willingness to commit yourself to serving the needs of disputants, as well as a further commitment to attend the "best practices" seminars which form the cornerstone of the ICDR's international administrative system.
Curriculum Vitae
Submit a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae. Please be sure that your experience in dispute resolution is adequately detailed.
How to apply:
The ICDR's International Panel of Arbitrators and Mediators is reviewed on an annual basis in December. Notifications regarding applications for Panel membership are mailed in January and February of the subsequent year. Application letters, curriculum vitae and letters of recommendation should be sent to the following persons:
Arbitrators and Mediators from either Europe or Africa:
E-mail or regular mail
Mandy Sawier
Business Development Liaison
International Centre for Dispute Resolution
14 Merrion Square
Dublin 2
IRELAND
T: +353 1 676 1500
F: +353 1 676 1501
E: SawierM@adr.org
Arbitrators and Mediators from all other countries:
Quincy Smith
Assistant to Luis M. Martinez
Vice President
International Centre for Dispute Resolution -
The International Division of the American Arbitration Association
1633 Broadway
New York, N.Y. 10019-6708
USA
T: +01-212-484-3258
F: +01-212-246-7274
Once the ICDR has received a complete set of the initial required documentation confirmation e-mail will be sent acknowledging receipt.
Upon the completion of the review all applicants will be notified of the ICDR's determination. Upon acceptance, the ICDR will ask approved candidates to complete the ICDR standard application form. The form will be utilized to create the ICDR's standard curriculum vitae, which will thereafter be used in the process of selecting arbitrators and mediators