Who is who in ADR?

- Presiding Arbitrator (or Chair): The neutral appointed to lead the arbitral panel,often holding procedural authority and the tie-breaking vote.- Arbitral Tribunal: The collective body of arbitrators (typically three) responsiblefor hearing the case and issuing the final award.- Party-Appointed Arbitrator: An arbitrator nominated directly by one of thedisputing sides (who is still required to be impartial).- Institutional Counsel: Staff lawyers at an arbitral institution (like the ICC) whoscrutinize the final award for formal errors before it is released.- Tribunal Secretary: A junior lawyer or assistant who manages the administrativeand logistical tasks of the arbitral tribunal, under the Chair's direction.- Amicus Curiae: Literally "friend of the court," a non-party allowed to submit expertcommentary on a legal or factual point.- Sole Arbitrator: A single neutral individual appointed to hear and decide a case,common in less complex disputes.- Claimant: Party starting arbitration.- Respondent: Party the claim is against.Need Classes? Legal English innovation has several classes weekly, focusing on commercial law and other areas to help you communicate better with your clients.+57 320-315-4781 Follow us on Instagram!Friends on Facebook? Like us on Linked In?