Arbitration Experience

More than four decades of experience in domestic and international arbitration.

Since joining the American Arbitration Association panel in 1983, he has served as arbitrator in approximately 100 arbitrations and as counsel in well over 200 arbitrations. His practice includes complex commercial, energy, construction, technology, and foreign investment disputes administered under the rules of leading arbitral institutions worldwide.

Scope of Arbitral Work

Mr. Bishop regularly serves as sole arbitrator, chairman, and party-appointed arbitrator in both domestic and international cases.

His experience spans institutionally administered and ad hoc proceedings.

Arbitral Institutions and Rules

Mr. Bishop has experience with a broad range of arbitral institutions and procedural frameworks, including both commercial and investment-related arbitrations. This breadth of experience enables him to manage proceedings efficiently, flexibly and pragmatically to fit the needs of the parties’ case.

Institutions and Rules Experience

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American Arbitration Association (AAA) and International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR)

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International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID)

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International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)
Court of Arbitration

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London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)

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Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC)

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SCC Arbitration Institute (Stockholm)

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UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules

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CPR Arbitration

Case Management and Approach

Mr. Bishop is well known for a practical approach to arbitration in accordance with the parties’ expectations, with a strong focus on procedural efficiency and thoughtful case management. His background as both arbitrator and counsel provides a strong grounding in proper procedure and contributes to clear, well-reasoned awards.

International Perspective

Mr. Bishop’s arbitral practice is international in scope, with experience in proceedings seated in multiple jurisdictions and involving parties from around the world.