Laura C. Abrahamson, Esq., FCIArb

About

With over 25 years of experience, this neutral has managed high-stakes international and domestic disputes. Her background includes serving as a senior executive at a Fortune 500 company where she oversaw a multibillion-dollar litigation portfolio. She has extensive expertise in construction, energy, and commercial law, having led major legal departments and handled complex arbitrations across various global jurisdictions.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Construction Energy & Environment Entertainment & Media Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance International & Cross-Border

Professional Experience

JAMS (Arbitrator

Mediator

and Special Master)

AECOM (Senior Vice President

Deputy General Counsel

and Global Head of Litigation)

Occidental Petroleum (Senior Counsel

International Litigation and Arbitration)

White & Case (Associate)

Publications Leadership

Speaker on international arbitration seat selection for JAMS podcasts
Contributor to Mondaq News on legal developments
Author of articles for the ABA Forum on Construction Law
Presenter at California Lawyers Association events
Leadership role within the California International Arbitration Council
Author of insights regarding complex construction dispute resolution

Positioning Takeaways

A seasoned dispute resolution professional with a unique perspective from leading litigation for a Fortune 500 company.

License & Certifications

State Bar of California
Fellow
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb)

Education

J.D.

UCLA School of Law

B.A.

University of California, Berkeley

Distinction

Combines deep in-house executive experience from a global infrastructure firm with extensive expertise in international commercial arbitration.

Reputation

She is recognized for her pragmatic approach to resolving complex, high-value disputes and is highly regarded for her deep understanding of the construction and energy sectors.

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