Arbitrators

Commodities/Shipping/Shipbuilding

• Chair of LCIA arbitration concerning the alleged repudiation of a contract to sell 750,000 barrels of crude oil to Pakistani buyers
• Arbitrator in LCIA arbitration relating to an alleged long-term arrangement for the purchase of coal from Australia where the claim exceeds $100 million
• Arbitrator in a SIAC arbitration in respect of claims arising out of 3 alleged contracts for the sale and purchase of gasoil
• Chairman of an ICC Tribunal where the claim involved complex legal issues in the law of marine insurance
• Member of an arbitration tribunal determining claims arising out a collision between vessels in Port Klang, Malaysia.
• Party appointed arbitrator in long running dispute between South American Buyers and Chinese builders of two rigs. Allegations of misrepresentation inducing the conclusion of shipbuilding contracts.

Insurance/Reinsurance

• Arbitrator in an ICC arbitration arising out of the avoidance of an insurance in respect of the loss of a satellite on the grounds of non-disclosure and/or misrepresentation.
• Arbitrator in an LCIA arbitration in a respect of a claim under a War Risks Insurance Policy for the loss of fuel to the Taliban in Afghanistan in August
• Considerable experience in Bermuda Form disputes e.g., breast implants, asbestosis, masks, and respirators involving ACE, XL and mutuals such as
• Considerable experience of Business interruption claims arising from COVID-19 Pandemic, both disease clauses, prevention of access cover and aggregation.

• Arbitrator in an LCIA arbitration where claim under a D&O insurance policy is resisted on the ground that payment of the claim would be in breach of US
• Arbitrator in LCIA arbitration brought by a law firm against an insurer arising out of a cyber attack
• Sole arbitrator in a claim by 2 solicitors accused of dishonesty by professional indemnity insurers.
• LCIA arbitration concerning claim under a political risks insurance policy in respect of the disappearance of oil in Kenya.
• Chairman of tribunal in respect of dispute between US insurer and Bermudian reinsurer involving complex issues of the law of the State of Washington.
• Sole arbitrator in dispute where a professional indemnity insurer sought to refuse an indemnity to the insureds on the grounds of dishonesty.
• Sole arbitrator in dispute where professional indemnity insurers sought to avoid cover for IFA in respect of liability for collapsed fund on grounds of misrepresentation/non-disclosure.
• Party Appointed Arbitrator in dispute where the discretion of a P&I board of directors was challenged.
• Chairman of arbitration panel hearing a major political risks insurance dispute concerning avoidance of contracts reinsuring confiscation policies.

Joint Venture/Contractual Disputes

• Party appointed arbitrator in major ICC arbitration relating to termination of drug licensing agreement for alleged material breach
• Arbitrator in LCIA arbitration for breach of warranty arising from a failed investment to finance the enforcement of an arbitration award.
• Arbitrator in ICC arbitration concerning a joint venture between a state entity and private investors concerning an investment in a luxury jeweler and the purchase of diamonds from an African state.
• Arbitrator in ICC arbitration concerning mining services contract in an African State. Arbitrator in an ICC arbitration arising out of the supply of software for a credit card operation in an African country.
• Sole arbitrator in an ICC arbitration seated in Tel Aviv concerning claims for commission and wrongful termination by an Israeli agent against European
• Arbitrator in 2 LCIA arbitrations arising out of a joint venture in respect of a copper mine.
• Party appointed Arbitrator under UNCITRAL rules in respect of dispute arising from collapse of joint venture in Eastern Europe.
• Chairman of SIAC Tribunal in respect of dispute between an Indian licensee and an Italian licensor.

Mining/Oil

• Arbitrator in an ICC arbitration concerning claims between a mine owner and contractor in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
• Arbitrator in a Swiss Chamber arbitration in Zurich in relation to the failed sinking of shafts for a phosphate mine in Russia where there were allegations of fraud and misrepresentation.
• Arbitrator in 2 LCIA arbitrations arising out of a joint venture in respect of a copper mine.
• Party Appointed Arbitrator in UNCITRAL arbitration (Zurich seat but held in London) where oil company claimed against Eastern European state for alleged wrongful termination of concession.
• Party appointed arbitrator in LCIA arbitration concerning disputes under a Joint Operating Agreement.

Company/Commercial

• Chairman of an LCIA tribunal in respect disputes arising from the takeover of a chain of coffee bars in Moscow and St Petersburg.
• Sole arbitrator in major LCIA expedited arbitration in respect of a claim for breach of confidence arising out of takeover of major airport.
• Chairman of an LCIA tribunal where claims for rent in respect of a Russian logistics park were resisted on the grounds of illegality.

Banking

• Arbitrator in LCIA arbitration brought by banks against guarantors to recover in excess of $240 million.
• LCIA arbitration in Zurich concerning a claim for a share of commission arising for financial services provided to a Libyan Bank post Gaddafi

Fraud/Corruption

• Arbitrator in an ICC arbitration which involve allegations of fraud and bribery in connection with the acquisition of capital equipment by a state owned entity.
• Arbitrator in ICC arbitration concerning a joint venture between a state entity and private investors concerning an investment in a luxury jeweller
• Swiss Chamber Arbitration in Zurich considering a claim in fraud arising out of the abortive sinking of a shaft for a phosphate mine in Russia.
• LCIA arbitration in Geneva concerning a claim for a share of commission arising for financial services provided to a Libyan Bank post Gaddafi
• Sole arbitrator in a claim by 2 solicitors accused of dishonesty by professional indemnity insurers.

Jeffrey Gruder KC is consistently recommended as a leading counsel by both the Legal 500 and Chambers Directory.

Chambers & Partners UK Bar 2025, Insurance

“Jeffrey is an established policy champion, taking a lot of the leading test cases on behalf of the policy holders.”

“He’s never flustered, takes it all into his stride and is always responsive.”

“Jeffrey is at the top of his game.”

Chambers & Partners UK Bar 2025, International Arbitration

“He can see the wood from the trees and keep hearings moving forward.”

“He’s a man of such gravity and such respect.”

The Legal 500 UK Bar 2025, Commercial Litigation

“Jeffrey is excellence personified – calm, hugely knowledgeable and incredibly user-friendly.”

Chambers & Partners UK Bar

“Jeffrey always provides clear advice; you can go to him for an opinion and get a concrete answer.” “He is a very strong silk who does strong, specialist work in shipping.” “Jeffrey is a very calm and confident old-school silk. He knows his area inside out – a very smooth operator and hugely experienced.” “Jeffrey Gruder is intellectually very agile, on top of issues and easy to work with.” “Jeffrey has deep expertise in this area. His written advice is impeccable, and it’s delivered with the gravitas that comes only from practical experience of how a court is likely to approach a given case.” “Jeffrey is a first-rate arbitrator – extremely knowledgeable, collegial and a pleasure to work with.”

“A first-rate mind.”

“His advocacy is superb.”

“He’s very bright and his written work is excellent.”

“He’s highly intelligent and very capable. He is very good and hard-working.”

“He is absolutely first class in terms of his written advisory work, and he is a safe pair of hands on complex contractual matters.” “Jeffrey has lots of experience.” “He responds quickly with easily digestible advice.’

“Incredibly experienced. He’s seen it all before. He’s all over the law in this area.” “Clever, commercial in his approach and quick to respond.”

The Legal 500 UK Bar

‘Extremely user-friendly. Top of his field with unparalleled knowledge, Jeffrey is a pleasure to work with and a true team player.’

“His judgement is always 100% accurate and he instills complete confidence in his clients.”

“Unrivalled in giving very prompt and accurate advice on complex legal issues, including those of huge significance to clients.”

“Gives real confidence not only because of his experience, but because he is willing to get involved in the detail of complex arguments.”

“A great silk who has an incredible in-depth knowledge of arbitration law and practice.” “He is an excellent lawyer with a very good grasp of the case.”

“A calming and reassuring presence both in hearings and in preparation. He brings unruffled insight to difficult situations.”

“Erudite and technically strong. He has a wealth of experience.”

“Knows the law inside out and has a wealth of experience.” “A go-to silk for high-value or difficult matters.”

“A very incisive silk with incredible insight and excellent client skills.”

 “He makes the most complex of cases seem easy; a rare gift in the market.”

1997:  Silk
1977:  Call: Middle Temple
2007: Bencher of the Middle Temple

1976: MA (Law) (First Class with Distinction), Trinity Hall, Cambridge University

• DIAC Arbitrator List
• London Court of international Arbitration
• Panel of Arbitrators of Singapore International Arbitration Centre
• Panel of Arbitrators of Kuala Lumpur Regional Centre for Arbitration
• Insurance and Reinsurance Arbitration Society (ARIAS) (UK)
• London Maritime Arbitrators Association
• Emirates Maritime Arbitration Centre
• Commercial Bar Association
• Chancery Bar Association
• Abu Dhabi Global Market Arbitration Centre

Megan Parker

Arbitration Practice Manager

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Daniel Nichols

Arbitration Practice Assistant

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