INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATOR - Harshavardhan Sancheti

Independent International Arbitrator for Commercial Disputes

Arbitration is widely used in international business because it allows parties to resolve disputes in a neutral forum with flexibility and confidentiality. The International Arbitrator accepts appointments as a member of an arbitral tribunal or as a sole arbitrator for commercial and trade disputes.
The practice focuses on disputes related to international trade, contracts, commercial partnerships, and cross-border business transactions. Companies involved in global trade often require an arbitrator who understands both legal frameworks and industry practices.
As an international arbitrator in international disputes, the arbitrator may also assist in matters where parties from different jurisdictions require a neutral forum for dispute resolution.
 

Accepting Appointment as Sole Arbitrator or Tribunal Member

The International Arbitrator is available for appointment in different arbitration roles depending on the structure of the tribunal.

Accepting Appointment as Sole Arbitrator

In some arbitration agreements, the parties appoint a single neutral arbitrator to hear the dispute and deliver the final award. Acting as a sole arbitrator ensures efficiency and quicker decision-making, particularly in commercial and trade disputes.

Accepting Appointment as Member of an Arbitral Tribunal

In more complex matters, arbitration tribunals are often composed of three members. In such cases, the arbitrator may serve as a member of an arbitral tribunal, contributing independent analysis and decision-making as part of the panel.
Appointments may be made by parties, legal representatives, or arbitration institutions depending on the arbitration rules involved.
 

International Arbitrator Services across the globe

The International Arbitrator provides arbitration services for disputes involving parties located in different jurisdictions. Services are commonly provided in cases connected to the United States, the United Kingdom, and India.

International Arbitration Services in the United States

Businesses and law firms may appoint the arbitrator for disputes involving commercial agreements connected with the United States. The arbitrator may serve in cases where parties require an Indian commercial and trade disputes arbitrator in USA or an English arbitrator in USA for international arbitration proceedings.
Appointments may also involve acting as a member of arbitral tribunal USA cases, particularly when the dispute involves international trade or cross-border business transactions.

International Arbitration Services in London and the United Kingdom

London is one of the most important centres for international arbitration. Businesses may seek the appointment of an Indian commercial and trade disputes arbitrator in London or a USA commercial and trade disputes arbitrator in London when disputes involve global trade or international commercial contracts.
The arbitrator is available for arbitration proceedings connected to the UK where a neutral and independent decision maker is required.

International Arbitration Services in India

India is a major hub for international business and cross-border trade. In arbitration matters connected with India, the arbitrator may serve as an English arbitrator in India or an American arbitrator in India where international expertise is required.
Appointments may involve acting as an experienced American arbitrator in India or an experienced English arbitrator in India in matters related to international commercial disputes.

International Arbitration Services in Other Countries

International Arbitration Services in Other Countries Beyond the United Kingdom, United States and India, the arbitrator brings extensive experience across a diverse range of international jurisdictions, including proceedings connected with Hungary, Geneva, Singapore, Panama and Nigeria. His work encompasses complex, high-value disputes involving multinational corporations and  sovereign entities across sectors such as energy, infrastructure, mining, and technology. Having acted under leading arbitral frameworks including ICC, ICSID, UNCITRAL, ICDR, LCIA and SIAC he has developed a nuanced understanding of cross-border dispute resolution across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. This wide- ranging international exposure enables him to provide a sophisticated, globally informed perspective, making him particularly well-suited to serve as an arbitrator in matters requiring neutrality, cultural sensitivity, and deep familiarity with transnational legal and commercial practices.