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The SCCA Arbitrator Roster

 

The SCCA Arbitrator Roster is composed of highly qualified and accomplished professionals from the legal and business communities. Our arbitrators have subject-matter expertise in a particular field and understand the essence of the dispute and the intricacies a given industry brings with it. They also understand the importance of resolving disputes swiftly and efficiently, while preserving due process leading in a fair and just outcome. In addition, they attend ongoing educational events and are committed to honor the SCCA’s Code of Ethics for Arbitrators.

 

How do I apply?

 

The SCCA accepts applications throughout the year. Applications must be submitted using the SCCA Online Application Form (please be prepared to upload any required documents). The SCCA does not charge any application fees.

 

The SCCA reviews applications on an ongoing basis and follows up with Candidates if any relevant information or documents are missing. In case minimum requirements are not satisfied, the SCCA will invited the Candidate to apply again once these are met.

 

Applications that meet the minimum requirements will be reviewed by the SCCA on a quarterly basis as follows:

 

•    The status for applications received between November 20, 2023, and February 18, 2024, will be announced on March 28, 2024.
•    The status for applications received between February 19 to May 26, 2024, will be announced on July 7, 2024.
•    The status for applications received between May 27 to August 27, 2024, will be announced on October 06, 2024.
•    The status for applications received between August 28 to November 21, 2024, will be announced on December 29, 2024.

 

In case the Candidate has been approved for membership, he/she will be notified and requested to pay SAR 2,000 in annual membership fees. 

 

What are the minimum requirements?

 

Candidates must meet one of the following mandatory minimum requirements (subject to change and annual review):

  1. Arbitrated 5 cases (at least 1 institutional case; at least 2 awards in the last 5 years); or
  2. Certified as CIArb Chartered Arbitrator (C.Arb); or
  3. Certified as CIArb Fellow (FCIArb); or
  4. Certified as CIArb Member (MCIArb) + arbitrated 3 cases (1 award in last 3 years).

 

In addition, Candidates must be in good standing, have not been found guilty by a court or disciplinary tribunal of misconduct, and be held in the highest regard by peers for integrity.

 

Note: The SCCA and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) offer various courses throughout the year in Saudi Arabia in both Arabic and English. Courses are geared towards obtaining one of the prestigious CIArb membership grades as Fellow (FCIArb) or as Member (MCIArb) to qualify for roster application. More information on the offered courses is available at scca.academy. We also invite Candidates who demonstrate strong credentials and have an appropriate level of experience as arbitrator (see no. 1 above).

 

Please note that meeting the minimum requirements does not lead to automatic admission. A review process will follow that evaluates a Candidate’s substantial experience in ADR with at least 5 years of full-time arbitration experience, in particularly as arbitrator, but also as counsel, expert witness, or otherwise.

 

What should I upload when applying?

 

Candidates should upload the following documents:

  • Resume stating experience, education and training in adequate detail (an English version of the resume is preferred);
  • A copy of your Passport or Identification Card;
  • Any CIArb certificates reflecting the current membership status and rank;
  • Any other academic records or certificates that demonstrate the level of arbitration experience.

 

Candidates are invited to upload the following documents:

  • Any honors, awards, and publications indicating leadership in the field of expertise;
  • Membership in professional associations;
  • A cover letter that exhibits the level of experience as arbitrator or other relevant arbitration experience (to the extent not already reflected in the resume);
  • Up to 3 letters of recommendation from accredited and renowned arbitrators.

 

Membership Rights and Obligations

 

  • Members shall honor and uphold the SCCA’s Code of Ethics for Arbitrators;
  • Members shall devote sufficient time and efforts when selected to serve in cases administered under the auspice of the SCCA;
  • Members are committed to participate in continuing legal education programs;
  • Members enjoy certain discounts and priority seating at SCCA events;
  • Members receive SCCA publications;
  • The SCCA reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to admit or refuse the admission of any Candidate and to remove at will any Member from the SCCA Arbitrator Roster at any time;
  • SCCA Roster Membership is provisional for one year and shall be renewable automatically, subject to payment of the annual membership fee, unless the Member is notified that his/her membership will not be renewed;
  • Unless advised otherwise four weeks in advance, the annual membership fee of SAR 2,000;
  • The SCCA reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to revise or waive the annual membership fee for any or all of its members.

 

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