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Robert B. Davidson, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
New York, NY, United States

About

Robert B. Davidson serves as a full-time neutral in private practice, bringing extensive expertise as an arbitrator and mediator. Before entering private practice, he spent over 30 years at Baker & McKenzie, where he chaired the firm's litigation department. His practice has involved handling over 100 major arbitrations and numerous mediations across diverse sectors including commercial contracts, intellectual property, and international trade. He has presided over cases involving amounts in controversy exceeding $1 billion and has significant experience in both domestic and cross-border disputes.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Construction Corporate & Finance Dispute Resolution Employment & Labor Entertainment & Media Insurance Intellectual Property International & Cross-Border Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Executive Director
JAMS Arbitration Practice
Partner and Chair of Litigation Department
Baker & McKenzie
Full-time Arbitrator and Mediator
JAMS

Publications Leadership

  • Author of various articles on international arbitration and mediation in the New York Law Journal
  • Frequent speaker at global ADR conferences including GAR and Lexology events
  • Contributor to Bloomberg Law on dispute resolution trends
  • Leadership roles within the JAMS International team
  • Host and participant in JAMS podcasts regarding arbitration seats and selection

Positioning Takeaways

A seasoned legal professional with a strong background in international commercial litigation and a reputation for handling high-value, complex disputes.

License & Certifications

  • Admitted to the Bar
  • New York
  • Admitted to the Bar
  • California

Education

J.D.
Columbia University School of Law
1972
B.S.
Wharton School of Finance and Commerce, University of Pennsylvania
1967

Distinction

Recognized as one of the world's leading international arbitrators with a background as a litigation department chair at a major global law firm.

Reputation

He is highly regarded by legal professionals for his deep technical knowledge in complex commercial matters and his fair, efficient management of high-stakes arbitration proceedings.