With over two decades of judicial service, this neutral previously served as an Associate Justice of the Appellate Division, First Department, and as a Justice of the New York State Supreme Court. His extensive background includes presiding over complex commercial litigation, international business disputes, and high-stakes tort matters. He has handled thousands of cases involving diverse legal issues ranging from contract disputes and insurance coverage to employment discrimination and intellectual property.
A distinguished former appellate and commercial division justice who brings deep institutional knowledge of New York law to private dispute resolution.
He was the first South Asian American to serve as an Associate Justice on the Appellate Division, First Department in New York.
He is widely regarded by legal professionals for his analytical depth, fair temperament, and ability to facilitate resolutions in highly contentious multi-party disputes. Counsel frequently note his thorough preparation and his practical approach to settling complex commercial matters.