Alison Ross

London

Editor at Global Arbitration Review (GAR)

Editor, Global Arbitration Review

Articles

Black turns to Newmans Row

1 week ago | globalarbitrationreview.com | Alison Ross

After practising as counsel and arbitrator for over 45 years at the London Bar, and making a name for himself in Dubai among other jurisdictions, Michael Black KC has turned to Newmans Row in London to manage his practice as a full time arbitrator. To read more Subscribe to Global Arbitration Review Register for limited access Register for free to receive GAR’s daily briefing and access to GAR 100.
P&ID v Nigeria lawyer denied leave to appeal

2 weeks ago | globalarbitrationreview.com | Alison Ross

The Court of Appeal in London has refused to allow Seamus Andrew, the lawyer who helped offshore company P&ID win a US$11 billion arbitration against Nigeria that was overturned on grounds of fraud and corruption, to appeal adverse findings made against him in the set-aside proceedings. To read more Subscribe to Global Arbitration Review Register for limited access Register for free to receive GAR’s daily briefing and access to GAR 100.
The Importance of Solitude

2 weeks ago | medium.com | Alison Ross

What to do when the noise gets too loud. Fight, flight, freeze, fawn. The most basic responses to danger. In the modern world, our dangers are not so much large, cat-like predators or running from a herd of giant buffalo. Instead, it’s the constant battery of the news cycle, the uncertainty of the future of our country, and the battle of rising prices and deflating wages. It’s overwhelming for every single one of us. Prioritize yourself.
Life Gets in the Way

2 weeks ago | medium.com | Alison Ross

Why AARON (35) LANDSCAPER hasn’t gotten the attention he deserves. It’s been weeks since I’ve touched our lonely little script. A few major things in my life have gotten in the way. Some good things, some high stress things, and both have left me with limited creative energy at the end of the day. I made a decision to use what creative energy I had left for a different project that means the world to me. Therefore, Aaron had to sit on the shelf for a little bit.
Chinese arbitrator and professor joins Newmans Row

3 weeks ago | globalarbitrationreview.com | Alison Ross

Lei Chen, who is a Chinese arbitrator and professor, member of the international commercial expert committee of the Chinese Supreme People's Court and chair of international arbitration and Chinese law at Durham University, has joined Newmans Row in London. To read more Subscribe to Global Arbitration Review Register for limited access Register for free to receive GAR’s daily briefing and access to GAR 100.
Benson done with Gibson Dunn

1 month ago | globalarbitrationreview.com | Alison Ross

Cyrus Benson has retired as long term co-chair of the international arbitration practice at Gibson Dunn & Crutcher to join 4 New Square Chambers in London, where he will operate principally as an arbitrator. To read more Subscribe to Global Arbitration Review Register for limited access Register for free to receive GAR’s daily briefing and access to GAR 100.
Viñuales lecture looks at theories of liability for climate harm

1 month ago | globalarbitrationreview.com | Alison Ross

Credit: Shutterstock/Alexisaj Jorge Viñuales discussed “the conceptualisation of liability for climate harm” in the latest 3 Verulam Buildings and National University of Singapore Arbitration Lecture, suggesting that investor-state proceedings could be a vehicle to try and establish liability. To read more Subscribe to Global Arbitration Review Register for limited access Register for free to receive GAR’s daily briefing and access to GAR 100.
Silence is our friend, argues Banifatemi

1 month ago | globalarbitrationreview.com | Alison Ross

To read more Subscribe to Global Arbitration Review Register for limited access Register for free to receive GAR’s daily briefing and access to GAR 100. Register now Subscribe to unlock unlimited access Get news, unique commentary, expert analysis and essential resources from the Global Arbitration Review experts. Subscribe now Already have access? Login below
The Raveonettes Surf the Rave in Their Brilliant Return » PopMatters

1 month ago | popmatters.com | Alison Ross

Pe'ahi II Beat Dies Records Few bands can kick my synesthesia into high gear like the Raveonettes. Their sound is coated in glorious contradictions: Shoegaze static spilling forth from the guitars, keyboards twinkling like bright, blinding stars, booming bass and drums, rapturous harmonies that allude to the Everly Brothers and girl groups and evoke nostalgia for a time you may never have inhabited, but suddenly feel immersed in. The luscious layers flood the senses.
Landau joins Temple Chambers in Hong Kong

1 month ago | globalarbitrationreview.com | Alison Ross

Leading international arbitration silk Toby Landau KC has joined Temple Chambers in Hong Kong as an arbitrator member. To read more Subscribe to Global Arbitration Review Register for limited access Register for free to receive GAR’s daily briefing and access to GAR 100. Register now Subscribe to unlock unlimited access Get news, unique commentary, expert analysis and essential resources from the Global Arbitration Review experts. Subscribe now Already have access? Login below