Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Eversheds Sutherland attorneys serve as arbitrators and advocates in international and domestic arbitration proceedings, mediation and non-traditional ADR.

Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) has become less and less alternative as an increasing number of contracts require mediation and/or arbitration before or instead of traditional litigation. Our attorneys have served as arbitrators or advocates in proceedings administered by the AAA/ICDR; the ICC; the Finland, Milan, Paris, Stockholm and Zürich Chambers of Commerce; the Inter-American Commercial Arbitration Commission; the Singapore International Arbitration Centre; and WIPO, as well as in ad hoc arbitration proceedings, mediation and non-traditional ADR such as mediation-arbitration and baseball arbitration. In addition, Eversheds Sutherland was instrumental in the development of the Atlanta International Arbitration Society, ATLAS.

Construction and financial services are two industries in which arbitration and mediation are most frequently used to bring disputes quickly and efficiently to resolution. Eversheds Sutherland lawyers have decades of experience in these industries and understand these arbitration processes as well as the businesses that use them.

Eversheds Sutherland lawyers are also experienced in international commercial arbitration, having served as arbitrators or advocates in proceedings involving the United States, Latin America, Asia and Europe. Eversheds Sutherland is a founding member of the Atlanta International Arbitration Society, and an Eversheds Sutherland lawyer sits on the Society’s Board of Directors.

Why Eversheds Sutherland

Versatility. Our lawyers understand our clients’ businesses and help clients resolve disputes, in court or otherwise. Our attorneys engage in every variety of ADR: arbitration, mediation, early neutral evaluation, mini-trials and summary jury trial—focusing in every case on how best to reach each client’s goals and objectives.

Ahead of the curve. In any expanding field of law, our attorneys inevitably position themselves on the forefront of developments, and our ADR practice is no different. We were instrumental in the development of the Atlanta International Arbitration Society, ATLAS, and our attorneys engage in non-traditional ADR processes such as mediation-arbitration and baseball arbitration in addition to more common ADR processes.

International arbitration experience. The growth in ADR's popularity stems in no small part from the complexities of doing business across international boundaries. Our lawyers have a proven track record appearing before such international panels as the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA).

Industry knowledge. Our attorneys know the specific industry challenges facing our clients and rely on that knowledge to find suitable venues and procedures for ADR actions. Whether it is construction or finance, energy or professional liability, Eversheds Sutherland's attorneys know the path that leads to a satisfactory ADR result.

Experience as arbitrators. Many of our ADR attorneys serve as members of arbitration panels. This enables them to see the process from the other side of the table and provides them with additional insight into the ADR processes from which our clients benefit.

Nuts and Bolts

We have successfully employed alternative dispute resolution techniques in a wide range of international and industry-specific disputes, including:

• Accountants’ and professional liability
• Business torts
• Bankruptcy and creditors’ rights
• Commodities
• Construction contracts
• Employment and labor
• Energy
• Environmental, insurance, toxic tort and Superfund
• Financial services
• Franchise and dealer matters
• Insurance coverage
• Intellectual property
• Merger and acquisition agreements
• Product liability
• Real estate
• Securities
• Shipping

We have engaged in all types of ADR including:

• Arbitration
• Mediation
• Early neutral evaluation
• Mini-trials
• Summary jury trials

Our attorneys have appeared before numerous arbitration panels and several serve on:

• American Arbitration Association (AAA)
• Panel of Commercial and Construction Arbitrators
• CPR International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution

We represent clients in proceedings administered by:

1. International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)
2. the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
3. the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)

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§  “Diversity” section:

o   The firm’s emphasis on diversity is reflected in numerous ways throughout the firm, such as the manner in which we recruit lawyers and other employees, our work-life policies and our professional service efforts. We have been recognized for our achievements in diversity.  More importantly, we understand the significant role a diverse community plays in the firm's growth and development.

§  “Our Awards and Recognitions” section:

o   Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP continues to be recognized for its efforts to promote diversity in the workplace and in the legal profession. In 2016 we were named a “Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality,” having earned a perfect 100 score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index, and we also were ranked a Top 100 Firm for Minority Attorneys by Law360. In addition, the firm was awarded the Gold Standard Certification for the fifth consecutive year by the Women in Law Empowerment Forum.

§  “Our Commitment” section:

o   Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP is committed to promoting diversity within the firm and in the legal profession.  We believe that diverse skills, knowledge and viewpoints make us a stronger, more productive law firm.  We hire and promote qualified lawyers and other professionals regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.  We understand that diversity enhances our value to clients by allowing us to staff our client teams with professionals who possess broad experiences and a spectrum of perspectives.

o   Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP has a cross-office Diversity Committee with responsibility for supporting and enhancing our firm culture.  Our committee has helped coordinate and lead a number of efforts to advance diversity within our firm and the community. Affinity groups at the firm serve as support networks for attorneys of color; women lawyers; and gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender attorneys.

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