Independent Arbitrator

Doak Bishop is an independent arbitrator with decades of experience resolving complex domestic and international disputes. His work spans a large variety of commercial disputes including energy, construction, mining, and technology, as well as foreign investment cases.

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“Doak Bishop is held in high esteem for his expert handling of commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. He is particularly regarded for his prowess in disputes concerning the construction, energy, and oil and gas sectors as both advocate and arbitrator.”

(Chambers Guide to the USA – International Arbitration)

Professional Background

Before becoming a full-time arbitrator, Mr. Bishop spent more than 20 years in commercial litigation and 25 years in international arbitration.

Recognition

Arbitration Practice

Mr. Bishop has been active in arbitration since joining the American Arbitration Association commercial panel in 1983, and regularly serves as sole arbitrator, chairman, and party-appointed arbitrator in domestic and international proceedings.

His practice spans institutionally administered and ad hoc arbitrations under a wide range of arbitral rules, and he is frequently appointed in complex disputes.

Representative Experience

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Energy – Oil, Gas, LNG, and Renewable Energy

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Foreign Investment and Treaty Claims

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Construction and Mining

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Technology

Panels and Certifications

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AAA Commercial and Large Complex Case Panels

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AAA Energy, Construction, and International Panels

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Technology Panel of the Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center (SVAMC)

Certification in AI, Digital Innovation, and Technology Dispute Resolution (TechCred certification by the ABA International Law Section and NYU Law School).
Experience

Leadership

In parallel to his roles as arbitrator and counsel, Mr. Bishop has held senior leadership roles in arbitral institutions, contributing to governance, standards development, and the advancement of best practices in international arbitration.

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Chairman, Institute of Transnational Arbitration (ITA)

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Director, International Council of Commercial Arbitration (ICCA)

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Director, American Society of International Law (ASIL)

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Director, American Arbitration Association (AAA)

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Member, LCIA and SIAC Courts of Arbitration

Thought Leadership

Thought Leadership

Mr. Bishop is a respected author, educator and frequent speaker in international arbitration, having taught courses in international commercial arbitration and foreign investment disputes at leading law schools, and published major books widely used by arbitral practitioners and academics.

He frequently speaks at international conferences on various topics such as foreign investment disputes, energy disputes, arbitral decision-making and advocacy, ethics, and the impact on arbitration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.

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